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NOTE:
Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow
the steps in
Before working inside your
working inside your
computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at
www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
CAUTION:
Incorrect alignment of the heat sink can damage the system board and processor.
NOTE:
The original thermal grease can be reused if the original system board and heat sink are reinstalled together. 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.
Topics:
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Procedure
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Post-requisites
Procedure
1. Align the captive screws on the heat sink with the screw holes on the system board.
2. In sequential order (as indicated on the heat sink), tighten the captive screws that secure the heat sink to the system board.
3. Replace the screw that secures the heat sink to the display-assembly base.
Post-requisites
1. Replace the
system-board
2. Replace the
back
cover.
3. Replace the stand.
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Replacing the heat sink
computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in
shield.
Replacing the heat sink
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