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Processor Module (For Inspiron 15-N5050/15-N5040 Only)
Dell Inspiron M5040/15-N5040/15-N5050 Owner's Manual
Removing the Processor Module
Replacing the Processor Module
Removing the Processor Module
1.
Follow the instructions in
Before You Begin
.
2.
Remove the battery. See
Removing the Battery
.
3.
Follow the instructions from
step 3
to
step 8
in
Removing the Palm-Rest Assembly
.
4.
Remove the thermal cooling assembly. See
Removing the Thermal Cooling Assembly
.
5.
To loosen the ZIF socket, use a small, flat-blade screwdriver and rotate the ZIF-socket cam screw counterclockwise until it comes to stop.
6.
Lift the processor module from the ZIF socket.
WARNING:
Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
CAUTION:
Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is
not covered by your warranty.
CAUTION:
To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal
surface (such as a connector on your computer).
CAUTION:
To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery, see
Removing the Battery
, before working inside the computer.
CAUTION:
Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts.
CAUTION:
To ensure maximum cooling for the processor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the processor thermal-cooling assembly. The
oils in your skin can reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal pads.
CAUTION:
When removing the processor module, pull the module straight up. Be careful not to bend the pins on the processor module.
1
processor module
2
ZIF socket
3
ZIF-socket cam screw
