Processor, Replacing the processor – Dell OptiPlex GX280 User Manual
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Processor
Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX280 Systems User's Guide
CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide.
NOTICE:
Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the back of the computer.
Replacing the Processor
1. Follow the procedures in "
2. Disconnect the cooling fan power cable from the FAN connector on the
.
3. Disconnect the power cable from the 12VPOWER connector on the
.
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.
4. Remove the heat sink/blower assembly:
a. Press the tab on the green securing clip to remove the clip from the retention base.
NOTE:
Your computer's heat sink may differ in appearance than illustrated below, but is removed and reinstalled in the
same manner.
1 securing clip
2 tab
3 retention base