Dell Inspiron 1425 Service Manual

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Contents

Processor Module 9121Processor ModuleWARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety informationthat shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information,see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on yourcomputer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered byyour warranty.CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wristgrounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as aconnector on your computer).CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery(see "Removing the Battery" on page 15) before working inside the computer.CAUTION: Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pinsand contacts.Removing the Processor Module1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.2 Follow the instructions from step 2 to step 15 in "Removing the SystemBoard" on page 77.3 Remove the thermal cooling assembly (see "Removing the ThermalCooling Assembly" on page 89).4 To loosen the ZIF socket, use a small, flat-blade screwdriver and rotate theZIF-socket cam screw counterclockwise until it comes to the cam stop.CAUTION: To ensure maximum cooling for the processor, do not touch the heattransfer areas on the processor thermal-cooling assembly. The oils in your skincan reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal pads.CAUTION: When removing the processor module, pull the module straight up. Becareful not to bend the pins on the processor module.5 Lift the processor module from the ZIF socket.