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2. First determine what kind of CPU socket you have to determine which CPU to purchase This can be easily found out by running a program called CPU-Z. DETERMINE CPU

3. Then purchase your CPU heat sink combo. CPU AND HEAT SINK

4. Next is to remove your old heat sink by unplugging the fan power cord. Then either unclip or unscrew your old heat sink. OLD HEAT SINK REMOVAL

5. REMOVE HEAT SINK

6. After heat sink is off you will need to release the socket lever and CPU cover. RELEASE SOCKET LEVER

7. REMOVE CPU CHIP

8. Insert new CPU chip VERY CAREFULLY not to damage any of the pins on the bottom. INSERT NEW CPU

9. CLOSE CPU HOUSING

10. If you receive a new heat sink then you will notice that it comes preinstalled with thermal paste. If using old heat sink then new thermal paste must be applied or CPU will overheat. NEW HEAT SINK

11. Last thing to do is reinstall your heat sink and plug the fan power cord back into the motherboard and enjoy your new CPU! HEAT SINK REINSTALL

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