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Description Spare part number
AMD A10-5800B, 3.8 GHz, 4-MB L2 cache (100-W), HD 7660D 703598-001
AMD A8-5500B, 3.2 GHz, 4-MB L2 cache (65-W), HD 7560D 703601-001
AMD A6-5400B, 3.6 GHz, 4-MB L2 cache (65-W), HD 7540D 703600-001
AMD A4-5300B, 3.4 GHz, 4-MB L2 cache (65-W), HD 7480D 703599-001
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Preparation for Disassembly on page 92).
2. Remove the access panel (
Access Panel on page 93).
3. Remove the fan duct (
Fan duct on page 122).
4. Remove the front fan assembly (
Front Fan Assembly on page 123).
5. Remove the heat sink (
Heat sink on page 129).
6. Rotate the locking lever to its full open position (1).
7. 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.
The heat sink must be installed within 24 hours of installing the processor to prevent damage to
the processor’s solder connections.
Figure 7-46 Removing the processor
To replace the processor, reverse the removal procedures.
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