Installing The Heat Sink (Discrete) - Dell Inspiron 16 7630 Service Manual

NOTE: The heat sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sufficient time for the heat sink to cool before you
touch it.
NOTE: 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.
NOTE: This procedure applies only to computers shipped with a discrete graphics processor.
Steps
1. In reverse sequential order (7 > 6 > 5 > 4 > 3 > 2 > 1) loosen the seven captive screws that secure the heat sink to the
system board.
2. Lift the heat sink from the system board.

Installing the heat sink (discrete)

Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation process.
About this task
NOTE: This procedure applies only to computers shipped with a discrete graphics processor.
The following image(s) indicate the location of the heat sink (discrete) and provides a visual representation of the installation
procedure.
40 Removing and installing components