Removing The Heat Sink; Installing The Heat Sink-65 W Configuration - Dell OptiPlex 3000 Micro Service Manual

Removing the heat sink

Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in
2. Remove the side cover.
3. Remove the fan assembly.
About this task
The following images indicate the location of the heat sink and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.
Steps
1. Loosen the three captive screws that secure the heat sink to the system.
NOTE: Loosen the screw in the sequential order (1,2,3) as printed on the heat sink.
2. Lift the heat-sink away from the system board.

Installing the heat sink-65 W configuration

Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the heat sink and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.
30 Removing and installing components
before working inside your computer.