Dell DX6000 User Manual

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Installing System Components

6 Align the notches in the processor with the socket keys on the ZIF

7 Install the processor in the socket. Keep the processor level

(See Figure 3-27) and insert it straight down into the socket. Allow the

processor to float on the pins, allowing the processor shield to hold it

in place.

8 Verify that the processor is properly aligned and seated.
9 Close the processor shield. See Figure 3-27.

10 Rotate the socket-release lever down until it snaps into place. See Figure 3-27.
11 Install the heat sink.

NOTE:

Your kit may contain a replacement heat sink if you are installing a

processor that consumes additional power. The new heat sink may not appear

different than the original one; however, it has improved thermal dissipation

specifications and must be used.

Using a clean lint-free cloth, remove the thermal grease from the heat

sink.

CAUTION:

Applying too much thermal grease can result in excess grease coming

in contact with and contaminating the processor socket.
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Open the grease applicator included with your processor kit and apply

all of the thermal grease in the applicator to the center of the topside

of the new processor.

Place the heat sink on the processor. See Figure 3-26.

Close the heat-sink release levers or replace the screws at the corners

of the heat sink. See Figure 3-26.

13 Close the system. See "Closing the System" on page 83.
14 Reconnect your system and peripherals to their electrical outlets, and turn

on the system.

15 Press to enter the System Setup program, and check that the

processor information matches the new system configuration.