Acer Altos G701 Acer Altos G701 User's Guide - Page 56
Upgrading the CPU, To remove a CPU with heatsink
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46 3 Upgrading the system Upgrading the CPU This section includes instructions for removing and installing a CPU. To remove a CPU with heatsink Before you can install a new CPU in a socket, remove first any previously installed CPU from that socket. Important: Before removing a CPU from the mainboard, make sure to create a backup file of all important data. 1 Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation procedures described on page 31. 2 Locate the CPU socket on the mainboard. 3 To detach the CPU from its socket, follow the steps below: (1) Depress then lift up the retainer lever up to a 90° angle. (2) Pull out the CPU from the socket. Warning! The heatsink becomes very hot when the system is on. NEVER touch the heatsink with any metal or with your hands.