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Dell Inspiron 1545 Computer Processing Unit Replacement

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Dell Inspiron 1545 Computer Processing Unit Replacement

Introduction

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This guide will be utilized mainly if your CPU has gone bad and your laptop is essentially nonfunctional.

What you need

Parts

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    1. Dell Inspiron 1545 Computer Processing Unit Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1
      • Before attempting to remove the battery ensure that the laptop is disconnected from all power sources and turned off.

      • Turn the laptop over to its back.

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    2. Dell Inspiron 1545 Computer Processing Unit Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
      • Slide the release latch while simultaneously pulling backwards on the battery.

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    3. Dell Inspiron 1545 Computer Processing Unit Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1
      • Slide the battery out of the battery bay.

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    1. Dell Inspiron 1545 Computer Processing Unit Replacement, Base Cover: step 4, image 1 of 1
      • Unscrew the four screws (3mm Phillips #1) that hold the base cover in place.

      • The top 3 screws are "captive" (held in by a retaining ring) and will not come out.

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    2. Dell Inspiron 1545 Computer Processing Unit Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 2 Dell Inspiron 1545 Computer Processing Unit Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 2
      • Carefully lift the base cover vertically away from the laptop.

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    1. Dell Inspiron 1545 Computer Processing Unit Replacement, CPU Heat Sink: step 6, image 1 of 1
      • Loosen the 5 screws (4mm, Phillips #1) that secure the CPU Heat Sink to the motherboard.

      • These screws are held in place by a washer so you should not be able to completely remove the screws.

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    2. Dell Inspiron 1545 Computer Processing Unit Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1
      • Pull up on the Heat Sink unit to remove it.

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    1. Dell Inspiron 1545 Computer Processing Unit Replacement, Computer Processing Unit: step 8, image 1 of 1
      • Using a flathead screwdriver, rotate the locking mechanism counterclockwise to the unlocked position.

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    2. Dell Inspiron 1545 Computer Processing Unit Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1
      • The CPU is very fragile and has thin pins.

      • Remove the CPU by pulling straight upward and away from the laptop.

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Conclusion

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

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