7. Remove the processor from the socket.Leave the release lever extended in the release position so that the socket is ready for the new processor.Installing the Processor1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.2. Unpack the new processor, being careful not to bend any of the processor pins.3. If the release lever on the socket is not fully extended, move it to that position.4. Orient the front and rear alignment-notches on the processor with the front and rear alignment-notches on the socket.5. Align the pin-1 corner of the processor and socket.1 center cover latch 2 processor cover3 processor 4 socket5 release leverNOTICE: Be careful not to bend any of the pins when you remove the processor. Bending the pins can permanently damage the processor.NOTICE: After removing the processor, be careful not to get any thermal grease on the processor pins. Thermal grease on the pins can permanentlydamage the processor.NOTICE: Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the back of the computer.NOTICE: Be careful not to bend any of the pins when you unpack the processor. Bending the pins can permanently damage the processor.NOTICE: You must position the processor correctly in the socket to avoid permanent damage to the processor and the computer when you turn on thecomputer.
