Introduction

Intel Core i5 4200M Haswell Processor (CPU) Replacement

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    • Slide the latch on the right to the unlocked position.

    • Slide the latch on the left to the unlocked position.

    • Remove the battery pack from the slot.

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    • With your #0 Philips screwdriver remove the 2 screws from the bottom panel.

    • Now you can remove the bottom cover.

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    • Using a Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the four captive screws securing the heatsink to the motherboard.

    • Remove the heatsink.

    • The processor and its retention mechanism is now visible.

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    • Unlock the processor using a small Torx screwdriver by turning the lock 180 degrees counterclockwise

    • Make sure the locking latch is pointing in the opposite direction.

    • You can now carefully remove the processor from its socket.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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