Installing The Heat Sink - Dell XPS 17 9730 Service Manual

Steps
1. Remove the seven screws (M2.5x5) in reverse sequential order (7 > 6 > 5 > 4 > 3 > 2 > 1) as indicated by the numbers on
the heat sink.
2. Lift the heat sink off the system board.

Installing the heat sink

Prerequisites
CAUTION: Incorrect alignment of the heat sink can damage the system board and the processor.
NOTE: If either the system board or the heat sink is replaced, use the thermal pad or thermal paste provided in the kit to
ensure that there is thermal conductivity.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the heat sink and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.
26 Removing and installing components