Installing The Heat-Sink Assembly - Dell Precision 7865 Tower Service Manual

About this task
The following images indicate the location of the heat-sink assembly and provide a visual representation of the removal
procedure.
Steps
1. Using a Torx T20 screwdriver, in reverse sequential order (4->3->2->1), loosen the four captive screws that secure the
heat-sink assembly to the system board.
2. Lift the heat-sink assembly from the system board.

Installing the heat-sink assembly

Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
NOTE: If either the processor or the heat sink is replaced, use the thermal grease that is provided in the kit to ensure that
thermal conductivity is achieved.
About this task
The following images indicate the location of the heat-sink assembly and provides a visual representation of the installation
procedure.
Removing and installing components 59