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12. Carefully lift the processor from the socket (3).
CAUTION: Do NOT handle the pins in the processor socket. These pins are very fragile and
handling them could cause irreparable damage. Once pins are damaged it may be necessary to
replace the system board.
CAUTION: The heat sink must be installed within 24 hours of installing the processor to
prevent damage to the processor’s solder connections.
To install a new processor:
1. Place the processor in its socket and close the retainer.
2. Secure the locking lever.
If reusing the existing heat sink, go to step 3.
If using a new heat sink, go to step 6.
3. If reusing the existing heat sink, clean the bottom of the heat sink with the alcohol pad provided
in the spares kit.
4. Apply the thermal material provided in the spares kit to the top of the processor and install the
heat sink atop the processor.
5. If using a new heat sink, remove the protective covering from the bottom of the heat sink and
place it in position atop the processor.
Bluetooth module
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (see Preparing to disassemble the HP TouchSmart PC
on page 11).
2. Place the computer face down on a soft, flat surface.
3. Remove the hard drive/memory cover (see
Hard drive/memory cover on page 12).
4. Remove the stand (see
Stand on page 15).
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