Did you flip the processor socket latch open?
It is a AMD 905E quad core stuck in a Gigabyte MB. I originally bought this to save on electricity. Since I got a little heavier into playing games. Its a 2.5 gh and I think its a little weak. I plan to Update the HD5670 video card as well. The power supply is 550w which should be fine.
Just one problem I decided to change the stock thermal compound. When doing so I found the processor is stuck in the socket. I tried to pry it out and tried to pull it out with the fan & heat sink attached. No go, I guess if I have to it will be a new MB, processor, and video card. I do not want to damage what I have, might keep it or sell it. So any good ideas on how to remove it? thanks

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