Processor Fan And Heat-Sink Assembly; Removing The Processor Fan And Heat-Sink Assembly (65 W) - Dell XPS 8950 Service Manual

Steps
1. Place the voltage-regulator heat sink on the system board.
2. Align the captive screws on the voltage-regulator heat sink to the screw holes on the system board.
3. Tighten the four captive screws that secure the voltage-regulator heat stink to the system board.
4. Place the computer in an upright position.
Next steps
1. Install the left-side cover.
2. Follow the procedure in

Processor fan and heat-sink assembly

Removing the processor fan and heat-sink assembly (65 W)

Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in
2. Remove the left-side
About this task
NOTE: The heat sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sufficient time for the heat sink to cool before you
touch it.
NOTE: 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.
NOTE: This procedure only applies for computers shipped with a 65 W processor.
The following image(s) indicate the location of the processor fan and heat-sink assembly (65 W) and provides a visual
representation of the removal procedure.
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