Removing the processorWARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safetyinformation that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in Beforeworking inside your computer. After working inside your computer, followthe instructions in After working inside your computer. For more safety bestpractices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.Prerequisites1 Remove the right-side cover.2 Follow the procedure from step 1 to step 2 in “Removing the power-supply unit”.3 Remove the processor fan and heat-sink assembly.4 Remove the blower and heat-sink assembly. (if installed)Procedure1 Press the processor release-lever down and then pull it outwards to release itfrom the securing tab.2 Extend the processor release-lever completely to open the processor cover.101
