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charleshx · July 17th, 2008, 01:18 AM

I wish to transfer my Intel Pentium 4 1.7 Ghz CPU from a Dell Dimension 8200 mobo to a Dell Dimension 8300 mobo.
I need some advises: What is the simplest and safest way to remove the CPU form the old mobo. Can I just pull it off, or must I pry it off, if so, how can I do it without damaging it (like bending the pins etc.) ?
In installing: how do I align it to the new socket, how much pressure to insert is advisable? If any pins are bent, how to straighten them out?
Do I need a heat sink paste? If so, where can I get just a one time application? How to apply it?
Any advise to carry out the transfer will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

July 17th, 2008, 01:18 AM	#1 (permalink)
charleshx Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 2	Transfering CPU to other Mobo I wish to transfer my Intel Pentium 4 1.7 Ghz CPU from a Dell Dimension 8200 mobo to a Dell Dimension 8300 mobo. I need some advises: What is the simplest and safest way to remove the CPU form the old mobo. Can I just pull it off, or must I pry it off, if so, how can I do it without damaging it (like bending the pins etc.) ? In installing: how do I align it to the new socket, how much pressure to insert is advisable? If any pins are bent, how to straighten them out? Do I need a heat sink paste? If so, where can I get just a one time application? How to apply it? Any advise to carry out the transfer will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.