NOTE:
You can update the system BIOS by using the Dell Lifecycle Controller.
NOTE:
To ensure proper system cooling, you must install a processor blank in any empty processor socket.
1
Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2
Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3
Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
4
Remove the cooling shroud.
NOTE:
If required, close the expansion card latch on the cooling shroud to release the full length card.
5
If applicable, disconnect the power or data cables from expansion card (s).
6
If required, remove the expansion card riser.
7
Remove the heat sink.
WARNING:
The processor is 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 grasped.
Steps
1
Release the
open first
socket lever near the unlock icon
by pushing the lever down and out from under the tab.
2
Release the
close first
socket release lever near the lock icon
by pushing the lever down and out from under the tab. Lift the lever
90 degrees upward.
3
Lower the
open first
socket-release lever to lift the processor shield.
4
Hold the tab on the processor shield and lift the processor shield until the
open first
socket-release lever lifts up.
CAUTION:
The socket pins are fragile and can be permanently damaged. Be careful not to bend the pins in the socket
when removing the processor out of the socket.
5
Lift the processor out of the socket and leave the
open first
socket-release lever up.
NOTE:
If you are permanently removing the processor, you must install a socket protective cap in the vacant socket to
protect the socket pins and keep the socket free of dust.
NOTE:
After removing the processor, place it in an anti-static container for reuse, return, or temporary storage. Do not
touch the bottom of the processor. Touch only the side edges of the processor.
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