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Processor and heat sink replacement

See these topics to learn how to remove and install a processor and heat sink.

Attention
Before reusing a processor, make sure that to use Lenovo proven alcohol cleaning pad and thermal grease.
  • Remove the processor and heat sink
    This task has instructions for removing an assembled processor and heat sink, known as a processor-heat-sink module (PHM). This task requires a Torx T30 driver. This procedure must be executed by a trained technician.
  • Separate the processor from carrier and heat sink
    This task has instructions for separating a processor and its carrier from an assembled processor and heat sink, known as a processor-heat-sink module (PHM). This procedure must be executed by a trained technician.
  • Install a processor and heat sink
    This task has instructions for installing an assembled processor and heat sink, known as a processor-heat-sink module (PHM). This task requires a Torx T30 driver. This procedure must be executed by a trained technician.