Removing The Heat Sink; Prerequisites; Procedure - Dell Inspiron 13-7370 Service Manual

Removing the heat sink

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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

Procedure

1 In sequential order (indicated on the heat-sink), loosen the four captive screws
that secure the heat sink to the system board.
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