Compaq Deskpro 2000 Compaq Deskpro 2000 Series of Personal Computers Pentium P - Page 158

5. Press in on the processor module release latches 1 until they lock in the released position. 6. Pull the processor module away from the socket 2. Figure 6-15. Removing the Microprocessor from the Pentium II System Board  For the location of the processor on the Pentium II system board, see Chapter 7. 7. Lift the processor module to remove it from the guide rails and the machine. To install the Pentium II processor, complete the following steps: 1. Ensure that the release latches are locked in the released position. 2. Set the Pentium II processor on the guide rails. 3. Slide the processor along the rails until it is firmly seated in the connector. CAUTION: Do not use the connector pins or pin guard 3 as a handle. Even with the guard in place, the pins could bend causing shorts that will damage the processor. 4. Pull out on the release latches until they snap into place. 5. Replace the riser brace. 6. Replace any cables that were removed. 7. Replace the system unit cover. 6-16 Removal and Replacement Procedures - Minitower