Reference Guide 6-11
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Upgrading the
Pentium Processor
The 166 MHz Pentium processor can be upgraded to a 200
MHz or 233 MHz processor. The 200 MHz processor can be
upgraded to a 233 MHz processor.
CAUTION:
Installing the processor upgrade incorrectly may cause
damage to the processor board. Compaq recommends that you
have a Compaq authorized reseller or service provider install the
processor upgrade. If you plan to install it yourself, read all the
instructions carefully before you begin.
To replace the installed processor with a processor upgrade,
complete the following steps:
!
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot
surfaces, allow the internal system components to cool before
touching.
CAUTION:
When replacing a Pentium processor, you must release
the heatsink retaining clip before you pull the ZIF socket handle.
This clip engages the processor socket to hold the heatsink in
place.
1. Remove the riser brace.
2. Remove the heatsink retaining clip
1
by pressing down on
the clip’s extended tab until it releases from the safety
catch.
3. Lift the heatsink
2
off the processor.
4. Release the original processor from the socket by pulling
the handle on the ZIF socket out and upward
4
.
5. Lift the processor
5
out of the socket.
Removing the Pentium Processor