Dell Vostro 2510 (Early 2009) - Manual (Page 28)

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Processor Module
Dell™ Vostro™ 2510
Service Manual
Removing the Processor Module
Replacing the Processor Module
Removing the Processor Module
CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your
computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at
www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
1. Follow the instructions in Before Working on Your Computer .
2. Loosen the two screws that secure the memory cover. (See Removing a Memory Module for an illustration of the
memory cover.)
3. Slide the cover out of the compartment and set it aside.
4. Remove the fan (see Removing the Fan ).
5. Remove the processor thermal-cooling assembly (see Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly ).
NOTICE: To avoid damage to the processor, hold the screwdriver so that it is perpendicular to the processor when
turning the cam screw.
6. To loosen the ZIF socket, use a small, flat-blade screwdriver and rotate the ZIF-socket cam screw counterclockwise
until it comes to the cam stop.
1 ZIF-socket cam screw 2 ZIF socket