Dell XPS 730 (Late 2008) - Manual (Page 75)

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Replacing 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: Do not perform the following steps unless you are familiar with
hardware removal and replacement. Performing these steps incorrectly could
damage your system board. For technical service, see the
Setup Guide.
1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 13.
2 Remove the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on
page 17).
WARNING: Despite having a plastic shield, the heat sink assembly may be very
hot during normal operation. Be sure that it has had sufficient time to cool before
you touch it.
3 Disconnect the power cables from the ATX_POWER and ATX_CPU
connectors (see "System Board Components" on page 8) on the system
board.
4 Remove the processor fan and heat sink assembly from the computer (see
"Replacing the Processor Fan Assembly" on page 79).
NOTE: Unless a new heat sink is required for the new processor, reuse the
original heat sink assembly when you replace the processor.
5 Press and push the release lever down and out to release it from the tab
that secures it.
6 Open the processor cover, if applicable.