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Microprocessor – Dell OptiPlex GX240 User Manual

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D I M M R e m o v a l

Microprocessor

NOTE:

Dell recommends

that only a technically
knowledgeable person
perform the following
procedure.

CAUTION:

To avoid the possibility of electric shock, turn off the

computer and any devices, disconnect them from their electrical
outlets, and then wait 10 to 20 seconds before you open the
computer cover. Also, before you upgrade the microprocessor, see
the other precautions in “

CAUTION: Safety Instructions

.”

1

Turn off the computer and devices, disconnect them from their
electrical outlets, wait 10 to 20 seconds, and then

open the computer

cover

.

CAUTION:

The microprocessor cooling fan/heat-sink assembly can

get extremely hot. Be sure the assembly has had sufficient time to
cool before you touch it.

2

Disconnect the fan cable from the

system board

.

3

Disconnect the 12-volt power cable from the

system board

.

1

securing clips (2)

2

socket

1

2