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Processor Upgrade Installation Guide - memory

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You can upgrade your processor to take advantage of future options in speed and functionality. Each processor and its associated cache memory are contained in a pin-grid array (PGA) package that is installed in a ZIF socket on the system board. Replacing the Processor CAUTION: See your System Information Guide for complete information about safety precautions, working inside the computer, and protecting against electrostatic discharge. CAUTION: The processor and heat sink can get very hot during normal operation. Ensure that they have had sufficient time to cool before you touch them. 1 Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet. 2 Press the power button to ground the system board. 3 If you have installed a padlock through the padlock ring on the back panel, remove the padlock. 4 Lay the system on its side as shown in Figure 1-1. NOTICE: Ensure that sufficient space exists to accommodate the open cover-at least 30 cm (1 ft) of desktop space. 5 Open the system by pushing the buttons on both ends and lifting the cover open. See Figure 1-1. Processor Upgrade Installation Guide 1-1

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Processor Upgrade Installation Guide
1-1
You can upgrade your processor to take advantage of future options in speed and
functionality. Each processor and its associated cache memory are contained in a pin-grid
array (PGA) package that is installed in a ZIF socket on the system board.
Replacing the Processor
CAUTION: See your
System Information Guide
for complete information about
safety precautions, working inside the computer, and protecting against
electrostatic discharge.
CAUTION: The processor and heat sink can get very hot during normal operation.
Ensure that they have had sufficient time to cool before you touch them.
1
Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the
electrical outlet.
2
Press the power button to ground the system board.
3
If you have installed a padlock through the padlock ring on the back panel, remove
the padlock.
4
Lay the system on its side as shown in Figure 1-1.
NOTICE:
Ensure that sufficient space exists to accommodate the open cover—at least 30 cm
(1 ft) of desktop space.
5
Open the system by pushing the buttons on both ends and lifting the cover open.
See Figure 1-1.