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    How do you remove a CPU

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Gotei 13, Oct 27, 2008.

  1. Gotei 13

    Gotei 13 Notebook Evangelist

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    Just as the title says how do you remove a CPU? What do you use to remove the CPU out of its socket? bare hand? clippers?
     
    Gotei 13, Oct 27, 2008
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  2. dtwn

    dtwn C'thulhu fhtagn

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    Are you asking as to how to handle the CPU once you've removed the heatsink or whatever else was in the way?

    If so, unscrew any CPU screws, and ground yourself first, then remove it. Make sure the laptop is unplugged and the battery has been removed.
     
    dtwn, Oct 27, 2008
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  3. ATG

    ATG 2x4 Super Moderator

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    I use bare hand. Once it's "unlocked" you just lift it. Don't know if this is the "right" way though :)
     
    ATG, Oct 27, 2008
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  4. Hep!

    Hep! sees beauty in everything

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    It's the right way :)
     
    Hep!, Oct 27, 2008
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  5. mystery905

    mystery905 Notebook Deity

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    Depending on your notebook, the harder part would be actually getting to the CPU.
     
    mystery905, Oct 27, 2008
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