Processor – AMD models
Description
AMD A10-8750B (3.6-GHz) processor
AMD A8-8650B (3.2-GHz) processor
AMD A6-8550B (3.7-GHz) processor
AMD A4-8350B (3.5-GHz) processor
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (see Preparing to disassemble the computer on page 31).
2. Remove the rear port cover (see Rear port cover on page 31).
3. Remove the stand (see Attaching and removing a stand on page 32).
4. Remove the access panel (see Access panel on page 37).
5. Remove the system board shield (see System board (EMI) shield on page 48).
6. Remove the heat sink (see Heat sink on page 59).
7. Rotate the locking lever to its full open position (1), and then carefully lift the processor from the socket
(2).
CAUTION: Do NOT handle the pins in the processor socket. These pins are very fragile and handling
them could cause irreparable damage. Once pins are damaged it may be necessary to replace the
system board.
NOTE: After installing a new processor onto the system board, always update the system ROM to ensure
that the latest version of the BIOS is being used on the computer. The latest system BIOS can be found on the
Web at: http://www.hp.com.
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