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Microprocessor Module

Dell™ Inspiron™ 2600 and 2650

  Removing the Microprocessor Module

  Replacing the Microprocessor Module

  Flashing the BIOS

Removing the Microprocessor Module

NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed battery.

NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.

NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" before performing the following procedure.

NOTICE: Do not touch the processor die. Press and hold the microprocessor down on the substrate on which the die is mounted while turning the cam screw to prevent intermittent contact between the cam screw and microprocessor.

NOTICE: To avoid damage to the microprocessor, hold the screwdriver so that it is perpendicular to the microprocessor when turning the cam screw.

1	screwdriver (perpendicular to microprocessor)
2	pin-1 corner
3	processor die (do not touch)
4	ZIF socket
5	ZIF-socket cam screw

1. Remove the keyboard.
   
   

NOTICE: You must remove the display assembly before you remove the palm rest; the display hinges pass through the back of the palm rest.

2. Remove the EMI shield.
   
   

NOTICE: To ensure maximum cooling for the microprocessor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly. The oils in your skin reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal pads.

3. Remove the microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly.
   
   

NOTICE: When removing the microprocessor module, pull the module straight up. Be careful not to bend the pins on the microprocessor module.

4. To loosen the ZIF socket, use a small, flat-blade screwdriver and rotate the ZIF-socket cam screw counterclockwise until it comes to the cam stop.
   
   

The ZIF-socket cam screw secures the microprocessor to the system board. Take note of the arrow on the ZIF-socket cam screw.

5. Use a microprocessor extraction tool to remove the microprocessor module.
   
   

Replacing the Microprocessor Module

NOTICE: Ensure that the cam lock is in the fully open position before seating the microprocessor module. Seating the microprocessor module properly in the ZIF socket does not require force.

NOTICE: A microprocessor module that is not properly seated can result in an intermittent connection, or permanent damage to the microprocessor and ZIF socket.

1. Align the pin-1 corner of the microprocessor module with the pin-1 corner of the ZIF socket, and insert the microprocessor module.
   
   

NOTICE: You must position the microprocessor module correctly in the ZIF socket to avoid permanent damage to the module and the socket.

HINT: The pin-1 corner of the microprocessor module has a triangle that aligns with the triangle on the pin-1 corner of the ZIF socket.

When the microprocessor module is correctly seated, all four corners are aligned at the same height. If one or more corners of the module are higher than the others, the module is not seated correctly.

NOTICE: Hold the microprocessor down while turning the cam screw to prevent intermittent contact between the cam screw and microprocessor.

2. Tighten the ZIF socket by turning the cam screw clockwise to secure the microprocessor module to the system board.
   
   
3. Update the BIOS using a flash BIOS update program floppy disk or CD. 
   
   

Flashing the BIOS

1. Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the battery is installed properly.
   
   
2. Turn on the computer.
   
   

Follow the instructions that appear on the screen. The computer continues to boot and updates the new BIOS. When the flash update is complete, the computer will automatically reboot.

3. Press during POST to enter the system setup program.
   
   
4. Press to reset the computer defaults.
   
   
5. Press to save configuration changes and exit the system setup program.
   
   
6. Remove the flash BIOS update floppy disk or CD from the drive and restart the computer.
   
   

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