Back to Contents PageReplacing the ProcessorDell™ XPS™ 625 Service Manual1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.2. Remove the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).3. Disconnect the power cables from the POWER1 and 12V_ATXP connectors (see System Board Components) on the system board.4. Remove the processor heat sink (see Replacing the Processor Heat Sink).5. Push down and out on the socket release lever and lift it up.6. Remove the processor from the socket.Leave the release lever extended in the release position so that the socket is ready for the processor to be replaced.7. To replace the processor, align the pin-1 corner of the processor and socket.WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety bestpractices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.CAUTION: Do not perform the following steps unless you are familiar with hardware removal and replacement. Performing these stepsincorrectly could damage your system board. For technical service, see the Setup Guide.1 processor 2 socket release lever3 socket1 release lever 2 processor3 socket 4 processor pin-1 indicator