Processor, Removing the processor, Installing the processor – Dell OptiPlex 760 User Manual
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Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual
Processor
Removing the Processor
1.
Follow the procedures in
Working on Your Computer
.
2.
Remove the computer cover (see
Removing the Computer Cover
).
3.
Remove the heat sink assembly (see
Removing the Heat Sink Assembly
).
4.
Open the processor cover by sliding the release lever from under the center cover latch on the socket. Then pull the lever back to release the processor.
5.
Gently remove the processor from the socket.
Leave the release lever extended in the release position so that the socket is ready for the new processor.
Installing the Processor
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:
To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of
your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis.
CAUTION:
Unless a new heat sink is required for the new processor, reuse the original heat sink assembly when you replace the processor.
1
center cover latch
2
processor cover
3
processor
4
socket
5
release lever
CAUTION:
When replacing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects to fall on the pins in the socket.
CAUTION:
Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the back of the computer.
CAUTION:
When replacing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects to fall on the pins in the socket.