Dell DCCY Personal Computer User Manual


 
246 Small Form Factor Computer
NOTICE: Be careful not to bend any of the pins when you unpack the processor. Bending the pins can permanently
damage the processor.
2
Unpack the new processor, being careful not to bend any of the processor pins.
NOTE: 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.
3
If the release lever on the socket is not fully extended, move it to that position.
4
Align the pin-1 corners of the processor and socket.
NOTICE: To avoid damage, ensure that the processor aligns properly with the socket, and do not use excessive
force when you install the processor.
5
Set the processor lightly in the socket and ensure that the processor is positioned correctly.
6
While lightly pressing down on the processor, rotate the release lever back toward the system board
until it snaps into place, securing the processor.
7
Clean the thermal grease from the bottom of the heat sink.
NOTICE: Ensure that you apply new thermal grease. New thermal grease is critical for ensuring adequate thermal
bonding, which is a requirement for optimal processor operation.
8
Apply the new thermal grease to the top of the processor.
1 socket and processor pin-1
indicator
2 processor 3 release lever
4 processor socket
1
3
4
2