Replacing The Heat Sink; Procedure; Post-Requisites - Dell XPS 9380 Service Manual

WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the
steps in Before working inside your
your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at
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CAUTION: Incorrect alignment of the heat sink can damage the system board and processor.
NOTE: If either the system board or the heat sink is replaced, use the thermal pad/paste provided in the kit to ensure that
thermal conductivity is achieved.

Procedure

1 Align the screw holes on the heat sink with the screw holes on the system board.
2 Replace the four screws (M2x3) that secure the heat sink to the system board in sequential order (as indicated on the heat sink).

Post-requisites

Replace the base cover.
computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in

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