Heatsink Assembly; Removing The Heatsink Assembly - Dell Vostro 3681 Service Manual

Steps
1. Slide the power-supply unit into the chassis until the securing tab snaps into position.
2. Replace the three screws (#6-32) that secure the power-supply unit to the chassis.
3. Route the power cable through the routing guides on the chassis and connect the power cables to their respective
connectors on the system board.
Next steps
1. Install the HDD/ODD
2. Install the front bezel.
3. Install the side cover.
4. Follow the procedure in

Heatsink assembly

Removing the heatsink assembly

Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in
WARNING: The heat sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sufficient time for the heat sink to
cool before you touch it.
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.
2. Remove the side cover.
About this task
The following images indicate the location of the processor fan and 65 W heat-sink assembly and provide a visual representation
of the removal procedure.
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