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Removing the cpu – Acer 5241 User Manual

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Chapter 3

Removing the CPU

IMPORTANT: The pins on the underside of the CPU are very delicate. If they are damaged, the CPU may

malfunction. Place the CPU on a clean, dry surface when it is not installed.

1. See “Removing the Thermal Module” on page 72.
2. Using a flat-bladed screw driver, rotate the CPU locking screw 180° counter-clockwise as shown.

3. Lift the CPU clear of the socket as shown.