Acer POWER 8400 Personal Computer User Manual


 
Chapter 4
Upgrading the System
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Upgrading the CPU
Removing the CPU
Note: Observe the ESD precautions on page 73 when installing or
removing a system component.
Before you can replace or upgrade your processor, you need
to remove the previously installed processor on the system
board.
Follow these steps to remove the CPU:
1.
On the system board, locate the CPU mounted on the
socket.
2.
Detach the fan/heatsink cable connectors.
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