8. Lift the microprocessor straight up and out of the microprocessor socket.Notes:• Your microprocessor and socket might look different from the one illustrated.• Touch only the edges of the microprocessor. Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom.• Do not drop anything onto the microprocessor socket while it is exposed. The socket pins must bekept as clean as possible.Figure110. Removing the microprocessor9. Ensure that the small handle is in the raised position and the microprocessor retainer is fully open.10. Remove the protective cover that protects the gold contacts of the new microprocessor.166 ThinkCentre M73 Hardware Maintenance Manual
