I've replaced several 68LC040's with a full RC040 on Quadra 605s with no problem. You can buy a dedicated CPU extractor but I've found that a *careful* removal with a jewelers screwdriver and/or plastic tweaker works just as well. You really should have a static strap as well.
On Sun, Nov 1, 2009 at 6:23 PM, Gorka L Martinez Mezo <[email protected]> wrote: > > I have a Performa 631 with the standard 68LC40 processor (no heatsink). The > CPU is socketed but I have never tried to extract it. > > Could the 68LC40 be replaced straight away with a full 68040 as fitted to > the Quadra 630? Do I need any special tools to remove the original CPU? > > Thanks! > > Gorka > > > > > --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ You received this message because you are a member of the Vintage Macs group. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/vintagemacs.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to [email protected] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vintage-macs Support for older Macs: http://lowendmac.com/services/ -~----------~----~----~----~------~----~------~--~---
