If any of the pins on the microprocessor appears to be bent, see "Contacting Dell" in your Owner's Manual for instructions on obtaining technical
assistance.
2. Align the pin-1 corner of the microprocessor with the pin-1 corner of the socket.
3. If the release lever on the socket is not fully extended, move it to that position now.
4. With the pin-1 corners of the microprocessor and socket aligned, align the pins on the microprocessor with the holes in the socket.
5. Set the microprocessor lightly in the socket and ensure that all pins are headed into the correct holes. Because your computer uses a ZIF socket, there
is no need to use force (which could bend the pins if the microprocessor is misaligned). When the microprocessor is positioned correctly, press it with
minimal pressure to seat it.
6. When the microprocessor is fully seated in the socket, pivot the release lever back toward the socket until it snaps into place, securing the
microprocessor.
7. Remove the film covering the thermal material on the bottom of the heat sink.
8. Lower the heat sink to the microprocessor so that the heat sink fits in the retention base.
9. For each of the replacement securing clips, fit the end of the clip that does not have the latch over the tab on the retention base. Then, press down on
the clip's latch to secure the clip to the retention base (see the figure).
10. Lower the heat-sink shroud.
11. Replace the computer cover.
12. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
If you are installing a microprocessor replacement kit from Dell, return the original heat sink assembly and microprocessor package to Dell in the same package
in which your replacement kit was sent. Your microprocessor replacement kit should include a replacement microprocessor heat sink and one replacement
securing clip.
Replacing the System Board
Removing the System Board
