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Dell™ XPS™ L401X Service Manual
Replacing the Processor Module
Removing the Processor Module
1.
Follow the instructions in
.
2.
Remove the battery (see
3.
Remove the memory module(s) (see
4.
Remove the Mini-Card(s) (see
).
5.
Remove the hard drive (see
6.
.
7.
Remove the palm-rest assembly (see
Removing the Palm-Rest Assembly
8.
Remove the keyboard (see
).
9.
Remove the display assembly (see
).
10.
to
.
11.
Turn the top-cover assembly over.
12.
Remove the processor fan and heat-sink assembly (see
Removing the Processor Fan and Heat-Sink Assembly
).
13.
To loosen the ZIF socket, use a small, flat-blade screwdriver and rotate the ZIF-socket cam screw counterclockwise until it comes to the cam stop.
WARNING:
Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
CAUTION:
Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™
is not covered by your warranty.
CAUTION:
To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal
surface (such as a connector on your computer).
CAUTION:
To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see
computer.
CAUTION:
To prevent intermittent contact between the ZIF-socket cam screw and the processor when removing or replacing the processor, press
to apply slight pressure to the centre of the processor while turning the cam screw.
CAUTION:
To avoid damage to the processor, hold the screwdriver so that it is perpendicular to the processor when turning the cam screw.
