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Replacing the processor chip – Epson Endeavor 468C User Manual

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Replacing the Processor Chip

If you need to remove the existing microprocessor chip to

replace it with a math coprocessor or OverDrive chip, follow

these steps:

1. Use the illustration on page 4-3 to locate the processor socket

on the system board.

Caution

Make sure you ground yourself by touching the metal

surface on the inside of the computer’s back panel before

you touch the processor chip. Then remain as stationary

as possible while you install it. Do not touch the pins on

the processor chip. Handle the processor only by the

edges of its case.

2. If you use a chip puller, position the puller between the

processor chip and the socket.

You can also use a small, flat-edged screwdriver instead of a

chip puller. Carefully wedge the tip of the screwdriver

between the processor chip and the socket. Gently turn the

screwdriver until the chip begins to separate from the

socket. Move the screwdriver to another side of the

processor chip and again turn it until the chip separates

from the socket. Keep doing this until you can lift the

processor chip straight up from the socket.

3. Gently pull the processsor chip straight up and set it aside.

4. Remove the replacement chip from its package and inspect

the pins. If they are bent, do not install the processor chip.

Return the chip to the place of purchase and ask for a

replacement.

Installing and Removing Options

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