Problem Removing AMD Socket A With Metal Clips

How do you release the metal retention clips from the processor socket
for an Athlon XP 2100+? One side has a large metal hanging edge and the
two metal clips look like they slide up into the side with the larger
metal piece. Any assistance is greatly appreciated. Thanks.

wrote:
> How do you release the metal retention clips from the processor socket
> for an Athlon XP 2100+? One side has a large metal hanging edge and the
> two metal clips look like they slide up into the side with the larger
> metal piece. Any assistance is greatly appreciated. Thanks.
>

Does yours look like something pictured here ?

"Socket A AMD Processor and Heatsink Installation Guide"
http://www.amd.com/us-en/assets/cont...docs/23986.pdf

Paul

use a scewdriver and I believe you push down and out using only enough
pressure so the screwdriver doesn't slip and stab a hole in your mother
board.

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No, it does not match the guide on the AMD site.


Paul wrote:
> wrote:
> > How do you release the metal retention clips from the processor socket
> > for an Athlon XP 2100+? One side has a large metal hanging edge and the
> > two metal clips look like they slide up into the side with the larger
> > metal piece. Any assistance is greatly appreciated. Thanks.
> >
>
> Does yours look like something pictured here ?
>
> "Socket A AMD Processor and Heatsink Installation Guide"
> http://www.amd.com/us-en/assets/cont...docs/23986.pdf
>
> Paul