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In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to install and replace the CPU Processor on your Dell Vostro 500 (PP29L) laptop. These installation instructions have be made into 5 easy to follow printable steps. We have also create a video tutorial that shows you how to install your Dell Vostro 500 (PP29L) CPU Processor.
Before you begin
Please take the time read the following safety guidelines when working on static sensitive electrical components.
Dell repair manual service precautions
Tools needed for this laptop repair
- 1 x small phillips head screw driver
- 1 x small plastic scribe
Vostro 500 CPU CPU
Vostro 500 CPU Processor
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Video tutorial repair manual
Installation and Removal Instructions
Dell Vostro 500 (PP29L) CPU Processor
Step 1
- Remove the battery.
Step 2
- Access Door
- Unscrew the 8 screws holding the Access Door Cover.
- Remove the cover, starting from right to left.
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Step 3
- Loosen the 5 retaining screws on the heat sink.
- Remove the heat sink from the motherboard.
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Step 4
- Using a small flat head screw driver, turn the CPU processor’s locking screw counterclockwise, approximately 180 degrees, to unlock the CPU.
- Lift out the CPU processor.
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Step 5
- Installation note 1: Make sure to replace thermal compound or thermal pads on the CPU and heatsink.
- Installation note 2: Tighten the heatsink screws in the order listed on the heatsink.
- **This image is used only as an example.**
