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Figure 50. Removing and Installing the Heat Sink
1. heat sink 2. captive screws (4)
3. processor shield 4. standoffs (4)
CAUTION: The processor is held in its socket under strong pressure. Be aware that the release lever can
spring up suddenly if not firmly grasped.
11. Position your thumb firmly over the processor socket-release lever and release the lever from the locked position
by pushing down and out from under the tab. Rotate the lever 90 degrees upwards.
12. Rotate the processor shield upward and out of the way.
CAUTION: The socket pins are fragile and can be permanently damaged. Be careful not to bend the pins in
the socket when removing the processor out of the socket.
13. Lift the processor out of the socket and leave the release lever up so that the socket is ready for the new
processor.
NOTE: If you are permanently removing the processor, you must install a socket protective cap in the vacant
socket to protect the socket pins and keep the socket free of dust.
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