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Processor

Dell™ XPS™ 630i Service Manual

  Removing the Processor

  Installing the Processor

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

NOTICE: Do not perform the following steps unless you are familiar with hardware removal and replacement. Performing these steps incorrectly could damage your system board. For technical service, see "Contacting Dell" in your Owner's Manual.

Removing the Processor

1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
   
   
2. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).
   
   
3. Disconnect the power cables from the POWER and 12V_ATXP connectors (see System Board Components) on the system board.
   
   
4. Remove the processor heatsink (see Removing the Processor Heatsink).
   
   
5. Push down and out on the socket release lever.
   
   
6. Lift the socket release lever and open the processor cover.
   
   

1	processor cover	2	processor
3	socket	4	socket release lever

7. 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.

Installing the Processor

NOTICE: Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the back of the computer.

NOTICE: You must position the processor correctly in the socket to avoid permanent damage to the processor and the computer when you turn on the computer.

NOTE: If the socket release lever is not fully extended, extend it before you install the processor.

1. Align the pin-1 corner of the processor and socket.
   
   

1	processor cover	2	processor
3	socket	4	socket release lever
5	socket pin-1 indicator

NOTICE: Socket pins are delicate. To avoid damage, ensure that the processor is aligned properly with the socket, and do not use excessive force when you install the processor. Be careful not to touch or bend the pins on the system board.

2. Set the processor lightly in the socket and ensure that the processor is aligned in the socket. When the processor is positioned correctly, apply minimal pressure to seat it.
   
   
3. When the processor is fully seated in the socket, close the processor cover.
   
   
4. Pivot the socket release lever back toward the socket and snap it into place to secure the processor.
   
   
5. Replace the processor heatsink (see Installing the Processor Heatsink).
   
   
6. Reconnect the power cables to the POWER and 12V_ATXP connectors (see System Board Components) on the system board.
   
   
7. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).
   
   

NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device and then plug it into the computer.

8. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.
   
   

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