Removing The Heat Sink; Prerequisites; Procedure - Dell Inspiron 5580 Service Manual

WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the
steps in Before working inside your
your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at
regulatory_compliance.
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.

Prerequisites

Remove the base cover.

Procedure

1 Peel the tape off the heat sink.
2 In sequential order (as indicated on the heat sink), loosen the seven captive screws that secure the heat sink to the system board.
3 Lift the heat sink off the system board.
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Removing the heat sink

computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in
Removing the heat sink
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After working inside