The Athlon 64 3200 is a standard Socket 754 processor type.
AMD's Athlon 64 3200 processor is a Socket 754 processor designed to work with 64-bit operating systems like Windows Vista or Windows 7. Though it's capable of delivering great performance and earned positive reviews when it was released, there comes a time when every processor needs to be replaced. While most people typically replace a computer all at once, a little time and effort is all that is needed to replace one processor with another.
Instructions
1. Use your Phillips screwdriver to loosen and remove the screws from the back of your computer case and slide the case open.
2. Disconnect the power supply to the processor fan by gently pulling the wire away from the motherboard.
3. Press down on the latch on the side of your processor fan in order to unlock it for removal. Gently lift the fan (and heat sink, if it is not attached) away from the processor.
4. Lift the locking slide lever to the side of the processor by first gently pulling it out and then up. The processor will move slightly as you lift the lever.
5. Gently grab the processor by the edges and lift it out of the slot. Place it aside on a static-free surface.
6. Take your new processor and gently place it in position above the slots. It should almost fall into place on its own with little or no pressure from you.
7. Apply a small, pea-sized drop of the thermal material to the die at the center of the back of your new processor. Not too much, as it will spread when the heat sink presses against it.
8. Slide the locking lever for your processor back down to the secure position and press it inward to lock it.
9. Put your heat sink (and fan if they are a single unit) back on top of the processor and latch them in place.
10. Reattach the power lead from the CPU fan to the motherboard. Close your case and start your system.
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