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The ZIF socket has a lever-type handle that secures and releases the microprocessor from the ZIF socket
7. Pull the socket lever up straight up until the microprocessor is released.
Microprocessor Removal
8. Remove the microprocessor from the socket.
Leave the release lever extended in the release position so that the socket is ready for the new microprocessor.
Installing the Microprocessor
1. If the release lever on the ZIF socket is not extended to the release position, move it to that position.
2. Align pin-1 (the beveled corner) of the microprocessor package and pin-1 of the socket.
Microprocessor Installation
NOTICE: Be careful not to bend any of the pins when you remove the microprocessor package from the ZIF socket. Bending the package pins can
permanently damage the microprocessor.
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ZIF socket lever
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microprocessor
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ZIF socket
NOTICE: You must position the microprocessor package correctly in the socket to avoid permanent damage to the microprocessor and the computer.
NOTE: Pin 1 of the microprocessor is indicated by a small triangle in one corner of the microprocessor. Pin 1 of the socket is indicated by a small triangle
in one corner of the socket.