Dell Vostro 1710 (Early 2008) - Manual (Page 28)

NOTICE: When removing the processor module, pull the module straight up. Be careful not to bend the
pins on the processor module.
7. Lift the processor module from the ZIF socket.
Replacing the Processor Module
CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your
computer.
NOTICE: Do not touch the processor die. Press and hold the processor down on the substrate on which the
die is mounted while turning the cam screw to prevent intermittent contact between the cam screw and
processor.
NOTICE: Ensure that the cam lock is in the fully open position before seating the processor module.
Seating the processor module properly in the ZIF socket does not require force. A processor module that is
not properly seated can result in an intermittent connection or permanent damage to the microprocessor
and ZIF socket.
NOTE: If you are installing a new processor, you will receive a new thermal-cooling assembly which will include an
affixed thermal pad, or you will receive a new thermal pad along with a tech sheet to illustrate proper installation.
This procedure assumes that you have completed the removal procedure Removing the Processor Module .
1. Align the pin-1 corner of the processor module with the pin-1 corner of the ZIF socket, then insert the processor
module.
NOTE: The pin-1 corner of the processor module has a triangle that aligns with the triangle on the pin-1 corner
of the ZIF socket.
When the processor module is properly seated, all four corners are aligned at the same height. If one or more corners
of the module are higher than the others, the module is not seated properly.
1 ZIF-socket cam screw 2 ZIF socket
3 pin-1 corner
NOTICE: To avoid damage to the processor, hold the screwdriver so that it is perpendicular to the
processor when turning the cam screw.
2. Tighten the ZIF socket by turning the cam screw clockwise to secure the processor module to the system board.
3. Replace the processor thermal-cooling assembly (see Replacing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly ).
4. Replace the fan (see Replacing the Fan ).