134 Installing System Components5 Press down and out on the ejectors on each end of the socket until thememory module pops out of the socket. See Figure 3-30.CAUTION: Handle each memory module only by the card edges, ensuring not totouch the components on the module.6 Reinstall the cooling shroud.7 Close the system. See "Closing the System."8 Reconnect your system and peripherals to their electrical outlets, and turnon the system.ProcessorsRemoving a ProcessorWARNING: Only trained service technicians are authorized to remove the systemcover and access any of the components inside the system. Before you begin thisprocedure, review the safety instructions that came with the system.1 Prior to upgrading your system, download the latest system BIOS versionfrom support.dell.com and follow the instructions included in thecompressed download file to install the update on your system.2 Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnectthe system from the electrical outlet.3 Open the system. See "Opening the System."4 Remove the cooling shroud. See "Removing the Cooling Shroud."WARNING: The heat sink and processor are hot to the touch for some time afterthe system has been powered down. Allow the heat sink and processor to coolbefore handling them.CAUTION: Never remove the heat sink from a processor unless you intend toremove the processor. The heat sink is necessary to maintain proper thermalconditions.5 Release one of the heat-sink release levers. See Figure 3-31.6 Wait 30 seconds for the heat sink to loosen from the processor.7 Release the other heat-sink release lever.8 Gently lift the heat sink off of the processor and set the heat sink asideupside down (thermal grease side facing up).
