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11. Carefully lift the processor from the socket (2).
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. Make sure the gold triangle on the processor is aligned with the
triangle on the socket.
2.
If installing an Intel processor, close the retainer.
3.
Secure the locking lever.
If reusing the existing heat sink, go to step 4.
If using a new heat sink, go to step 7.
4.
If reusing the existing heat sink, clean the bottom of the heat sink with the alcohol pad provided in
the spares kit.
5.
Apply the thermal grease provided in the spares kit to the top of the processor and install the heat
sink atop the processor.
6.
Go to step 8.
7.
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.
8.
Secure the heat sink to the system board, and then attach the heat sink control cable to the system
board, if applicable.
78 Chapter 5 Removal and Replacement Procedures Minitower (MT) Chassis