Replace your eMachines desktop's processor chip.
Your eMachines desktop's processor is the main chip on your motherboard responsible for carrying out the commands of computer's software. All software has specific hardware requirements. If your computer's processor does not meet those requirements, your software may run slowly, or not at all. Replacing the processor in your eMachines computer does require some disassembly. However, the disassembly is minimal compared to many desktop computers.
Instructions
1. Turn off your eMachines desktop using its operating system. Disconnect the power cable, and any external devices. Allow 10 to 20 minutes for your computer to cool down before taking it apart.
2. Position the computer tower so the back panel is facing towards you. Place the computer tower horizontally on its left side.
3. Remove the Phillips-head screws from the upper and lower right corners on the back panel. These screws secure the right access panel in place.
4. Grasp the molded grip on the side access panel, and pull it away from the computer until its internal contents are completely revealed. Remove the side panel from the computer.
5. Remove the four Phillips-head screws securing the processor fan to the center of the motherboard. Disconnect the fan's power cable from the motherboard. Lift the cooling fan assembly off of the processor chip, and out of the laptop.
6. Turn the processor chip's flat-head locking screw in the counterclockwise direction one-half turn to disconnect the processor from its socket. Lift the processor out of the socket, and out of the computer.
7. Reverse this procedure to install the new processor. Apply a thin coat of thermal grease to the new processor's surface before replacing the cooling fan assembly. If you don't, the processor will fry as soon as you power on the computer.
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