Processor, Removing the processor – Dell OptiPlex 160L User Manual
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Processor
Dell™ OptiPlex™ 160L User's Guide
Removing the Processor
1.
Shut down the computer through the Start menu.
2.
Ensure that your computer and attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut
down your computer, turn them off now.
3.
Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.
4.
Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to ground the system board.
5.
Remove the computer cover
.
6.
Disconnect the cooling fan power cable from the FAN connector on the system board (see "
System Board Components
").
7.
Disconnect the power cable from the 12VPOWER connector on the system board.
8.
Pull up and rotate the airflow shroud.
9.
Remove the heat sink:
a.
Press the tab on the green securing clip to remove the clip from the retention base.
CAUTION:
Before you begin this procedure, follow the
safety instructions
.
NOTICE:
To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it from the network wall jack.
CAUTION:
To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before you open the cover.
NOTICE:
Before touching anything inside your computer, ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as the metal at the back of the
computer. While you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to dissipate any static electricity that could harm internal components.
CAUTION:
The heat sink can get very hot during normal operation. Be sure that the heat sink has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.