Notes:
a. Your microprocessor and socket might look different than the one illustrated.
b. Note the orientation of the microprocessor in the socket. Look for the small triangle on one corner of
the microprocessor. This is important when reinstalling the microprocessor on the new system board.
c. Do not drop anything onto the microprocessor socket while it is exposed. The socket pins must be
kept as clean as possible.
15.Holding the microprocessor with your ngers, position the microprocessor so that the small triangle 1 on
one corner is aligned with the corresponding triangle on the socket on the new system board.
16.Make sure that the small handle is in the raised position.
17.Lower the microprocessor straight down into the system board socket of the new system board.
18.Lower the small handle to secure the microprocessor in the socket.
19.Position the heat sink on the microprocessor socket and then position the clamp on the plastic retention
bracket. Pivot the handle to clamp the heat sink to the plastic retention bracket.
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