Dell Optiplex 745 Small Form Factor Processor Replacement

ID: 100311

Description: In this guide, we will show you how to take out...

Steps:

1. Pull the tab and the lid will pop up.

2. Grab the lid and pull it up and off.

3. The processor is located inside the heat sink (indicated by the marker).

4. Unscrew the 9.5 mm screws from heatsink on both sides using the Phillips #2 screwdriver.
5. If the processor is glued on to the heat sink, gently scrape off the glue and detach it from the device.

6. Push the small lever downwards, then sideways and upwards, in order to release it from the hook.
7. Remove the processor from its casing.