Installing The Heat Sink - Dell POWEREDGE C6105 Hardware Owner's Manual

Figure 3-7. Removing and Installing the Heat Sink
1 screw (4)

Installing the Heat Sink

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You
should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your
product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and
support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not
covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with
the product.
1 Using a clean lint-free cloth, remove the thermal grease from the heat
sink.
2
Apply new thermal grease evenly to the center of the top of the new
processor.
CAUTION: Using excess thermal grease can cause grease to contact the
processor shield, which can cause contamination of the processor socket.
3 Place the heat sink on the processor. See Figure 3-7.
4
Using a Phillips screwdriver, tighten the four heat-sink retention screws.
2 heat sink
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