Heat sink
Heat sink appearance varies based on processor type and graphics memory.
To remove the heat sink:
1.
Prepare the computer for disassembly (see
2.
Remove the rear port cover (see
3.
Remove the stand (see
4.
Remove the access panel (see
5.
Remove the system board shield (see
6.
Remove the Torx screw on the left part of the heat sink (1).
7.
In the order indicated on the heat sink, loosen the silver captive Torx screws (2).
CAUTION:
downward forces on the processor. This is especially important as the pins on the socket are very fragile
and any damage to them may require replacing the system board.
Rear port cover on page
Attaching and removing a stand on page
Access panel on page
Remove heat sink retaining screws in diagonally opposite pairs (as in an X) to even the
Preparing to disassemble the computer on page
31).
37).
System board (EMI) shield on page
32).
48).
31).
Heat sink
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