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Replacing the Processor
1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
2. Unpackthenewprocessor,beingcarefulnottotouchtheundersideoftheprocessor.
3. If the release lever on the socket is not fully extended, move it to that position.
4. Orient the alignment notches on the processor with the alignment tabs on the socket.
5. Align the pin-1 corners of the processor and socket.
Set the processor lightly in the socket and ensure that the processor is positioned correctly.
6. When the processor is fully seated in the socket, close the processor cover.
7. Pivot the release lever down and place it under the tab on the processor cover.
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processor
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socket
CAUTION: Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface at the back of the computer.
CAUTION: When replacing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects to fall on the pins in the socket.
CAUTION: You must position the processor correctly in the socket to avoid permanent damage to the processor and the computer when you turn
on the computer.
CAUTION: To avoid damage, ensure that the processor aligns properly with the socket, and do not use excessive force when you install the
processor.
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socket
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processor
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alignment tabs (2)
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alignment notches (2)
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processor pin-1 indicator
CAUTION: Ensure that the processor cover notch is positioned underneath the alignment post.