Replacing The Processor Heat-Sink; Procedure; Post-Requisites - Dell Inspiron 3050 Service Manual

Replacing the processor heat-
sink
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety
information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in
Before working inside your
computer, follow the instructions in
computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory
Compliance home page at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
CAUTION: For maximum cooling of the processor, do not touch the
heat transfer areas on the heat sink. The oils in your skin can reduce
the heat transfer capability of the thermal grease.

Procedure

CAUTION: Incorrect alignment of the heat sink may damage the
system board and processor.
NOTE: The original thermal grease can be reused if the original
processor and heat sink are reinstalled together. If either the processor
or the heat sink is replaced, use the thermal grease provided in the kit to
make sure that thermal conductivity is achieved.
1 Align the captive screws on the processor heat-sink with the screw holes
on the system board.
2 Tighten the captive screws that secure the processor heat-sink to the
system board.

Post-requisites

1 Replace the processor
2 Replace the base
computer. After working inside your
fan.
cover.
After working inside your
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