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    Processor Replacement

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by Android, Sep 3, 2010.

  1. Android

    Android Notebook Consultant

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    Hey Guys,

    I'm currently replacing the processor in my M17x, I have taken the old one out and the new one sits in quite nicely. However, when I got to turn the screw to lock it in it will only go about 2/3 of the way before putting up some serious resistance. With no processor in it is very easy to turn. Anyone know what may be causing this?
     
    Android, Sep 3, 2010
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  2. DR650SE

    DR650SE The Whiskey Barracuda

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    It's locking the CPU in place. It's normal. Just as long as you don't break anything.
     
    DR650SE, Sep 3, 2010
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    How can I know if it will break anything though. This seems like more resistance than there should be - perhaps I need to be brave though! Either that or I could test it with the old processor and see what the resistance is like.
     
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    yeah, test with the old one. it shouldn't be very difficult, just a slight resistance.
    are you sure you put it right in the place, it should be correctly aligned.
     
    mfractal, Sep 3, 2010
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    All sorted now, I was being too cautious. It didn't really require that much force to lock in, just a bit more welly than I was expecting. Locked in now and working nicely :)

    Cheers guys!
     
    Android, Sep 4, 2010
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