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Removal and replacement procedures 65
15.
Remove the processor from the processor retaining bracket.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the processor, do not touch the bottom of the processor,
especially the contact area.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the system board:
• Do not touch the processor socket contacts.
• Always install the processor socket cover after removing the processor from the socket.
• Do not tilt or slide the processor when lowering the processor into the socket.
CAUTION: Removal of the processor or heatsink renders the thermal layer between the
processor and heatsink useless. Clean the component with the provided alcohol swab, then add
thermal grease.
16. Loosen the four system board thumbscrews.
17. Using the system board tray handles, slide the tray forward, and then remove the failed system board.