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Installing the microprocessor – Dell OptiPlex GX240 User Manual

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M i c r o p r o c e s s o r R e m o v a l

Installing the Microprocessor

NOTICE:

Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the

back of the computer.

NOTICE:

Be careful not to bend any of the pins when you unpack the

microprocessor. Bending the pins can permanently damage the microprocessor.

1

Unpack the new microprocessor.
If any of the pins on the microprocessor appear to be bent, see

Getting Help

” for instructions on obtaining technical assistance.

2

Align the pin-1 corner of the microprocessor with the pin-1 corner of

the socket.

NOTE:

You must identify the pin-1 corner to correctly position the

microprocessor.

1

release lever

2

microprocessor

3

ZIF socket

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