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Power Mac G4 M5183 Processor Replacement

Introduction

How to remove the processor from the logic board.

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  1. Power Mac G4 M5183 Processor Replacement, Opening PowerMac G4 M5183 Case: step 1, image 1 of 2 Power Mac G4 M5183 Processor Replacement, Opening PowerMac G4 M5183 Case: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Pull on outer latch.

    • Lower door until it is level with your work surface.

    • Before working on the computer make sure it is not plugged into a power supply, then touch a metal object. This discharges static electricity, which could damage the computer.

  2. Power Mac G4 M5183 Processor Replacement, Heat Sink: step 2, image 1 of 2 Power Mac G4 M5183 Processor Replacement, Heat Sink: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Use the spudger to pry the clips horizontally off of the heat sink.

    • Fully remove the clips by lifting upwards.

  4. Power Mac G4 M5183 Processor Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the heat sink by pulling upwards, off of the logic board.

  5. Power Mac G4 M5183 Processor Replacement, Processor: step 4, image 1 of 2 Power Mac G4 M5183 Processor Replacement, Processor: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the 3 screws attaching the processor to the logic board using the Phillips #2 screwdriver.

    • Remove processor by pulling vertically upwards.

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