Removing The Heat Sink (From Computers With A Discrete Graphics Card) - Dell P117F003 Service Manual

Steps
1. Align the captive screws on the heat sink to the screw holes on the system board.
2. In sequential order (1>2>3>4>5>6>7), tighten the seven captive screws that secure the heat sink to the system board.
Next steps
1. Install the base cover.
2. Follow the procedure in
Removing the heat sink (from computers with a discrete graphics
card)
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in
NOTE: Ensure that your computer is in Service Mode. For more information see, step 6 in
computer.
2. Remove the base cover.
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.
The following image(s) indicate the location of the heat sink and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.
After working inside your
Before working inside your
computer.
computer.
Before working inside your
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