Replacing the heat sink
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety
information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in
working inside your
the instructions in
practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at
regulatory_compliance.
CAUTION: Incorrect alignment of the heat sink can damage the system
board and processor.
NOTE: If either the system board or the heat sink is replaced, use the
thermal pad provided in the kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is
achieved.
Procedure
Place the heat sink on a clean and flat surface.
Post-requisites
1
Replace the
processor
2
Replace the
right-side
computer. After working inside your computer, follow
After working inside your
fan.
cover.
computer. For more safety best
www.dell.com/
Before
81