b Loosen the diagonally opposite screw completely.
c Return to the first screw and loosen it completely.
d Repeat the procedure for the remaining two screws.
3
Lift the heat sink away from the system.
Figure 38. Removing the heat sink
Next step
1
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Removing the processor
Prerequisites
WARNING:
The processor will be hot to touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow the processor to
cool before removing it.
CAUTION:
The processor is held in its socket under strong pressure. Be aware that the release lever can spring up suddenly if
not firmly held.
NOTE:
Only remove the processor if you are replacing the processor or system board. This procedure is not required when
replacing a heat sink module.
1
Follow the safety guidelines listed in
2
Follow the procedure that is listed in
Before working inside your system
3
Steps
1
Release the socket lever by pushing the lever down and out from under the tab on the processor shield.
2
Lift the lever upward until the processor shield lifts.
CAUTION:
The processor socket pins are fragile and can be permanently damaged. Be careful not to bend the pins in the
processor socket when removing the processor out of the socket.
3
Lift the processor out of the socket.
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Installing and removing system components
