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Removing and Installing Parts: Dell XPS 700 Service Manual
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Processor
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide.
NOTICE: 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 Dell Hardware Warranty
Support Policy (U.S. Only).
Removing the Processor
1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin .
2. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover ).
3. Disconnect the power cables from the POWER1 and POWER2 connectors (see System Board Components ) on the system
board.
4. Remove the airflow shroud (see Removing the Processor Airflow Shroud ).
5. Push down and out on the socket release lever.
6. Lift the socket release lever and open the processor cover.
1 processor cover 2 processor 3 socket
4 socket release lever
7. 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.