Processor, Removing the processor – Dell Inspiron 545s (Early 2009) User Manual
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Processor
Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual
Removing the Processor
1.
Follow the procedures in
Before You Begin
.
2.
Remove the computer cover (see
Removing the Computer Cover
).
3.
Remove the processor fan and heat sink assembly from the computer (see
Removing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly
).
4.
Press and push the release lever down and out to release it from the tab that secures it.
5.
Open the processor cover, if applicable.
Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s
Inspiron 546s
WARNING:
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.
WARNING:
To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
WARNING:
Do not operate your equipment with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)
removed.
CAUTION:
Do not perform the following steps unless you are familiar with hardware removal and replacement. Performing these steps
incorrectly could damage your system board. For technical service, see the Setup Guide.
CAUTION:
Despite having a plastic shield, the processor fan and heat sink assembly may be very hot during normal operation. Be sure that it has
had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.
NOTE:
Unless a new heat sink is required for the new processor, reuse the original heat sink assembly when you replace the processor.
1 processor cover 2 processor
3 socket
4 release lever