Removing The Heat Sink; Prerequisites; Procedure - Dell Inspiron 5584 Service Manual

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WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the
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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.
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Prerequisites

1 Remove the base cover.
2 Remove the fan.
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Procedure

NOTE: Depending on the configuration ordered, the number of captive screws on the heat sink may vary:
• Computers with discrete graphics: 7 captive screws
• Computers without discrete graphics: 4 captive screws
1 In sequential order (1->2->3->4->...), loosen the captive screws that secure the heat sink to the system board.
2 Lift the heat sink off the system board.
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