DELL NX046 User Manual

Adding and Replacing Parts

Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the back of 

the computer.

When replacing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the 

socket or allow any objects to fall on the pins in the socket.

1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 151.
2 Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on 

3 Rotate the hard-drive carrier out of the computer (see "Rotating the Hard 

4 Rotate the processor access door to its open position.
5 If you are replacing a processor, remove the processor (see "Removing the 

6 Unpack the new processor, being careful not to touch the underside of the 

processor.

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.

7 Open the processor cover by sliding the release lever from under the center 

cover latch on the socket. Ensure that the release lever is fully extended.