Heat Sink; Removing The Heat-Sink Assembly - Dell Precision 5860 Tower Service Manual

Steps
1. Align the notch on the solid-state drive with the tab on the solid-state drive connector.
2. Insert the solid-state drive at a 45-degree angle into the slot on the system board.
NOTE: When replacing a M.2 2280 solid-state drive to a M.2 2230 solid-state drive, ensure to move the standoff nut to
the M.2 2230 solid-state drive slot position.
3. Replace the single (M2x3.5) screw to secure the solid-state drive to the system board.
NOTE: If the computer has two solid-state drives installed, repeat Steps 2-3 for the second solid-state drive.
4. Align and place the M.2 heat-sink over the solid-state drive.
5. Tighten the four captive screws to secure the M.2 heat-sink to the system board.
Next steps
1. Install the PCIe holder.
2. Install the side cover.
3. Follow the procedure in

Heat sink

Removing the heat-sink assembly

Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in
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.
2. Remove the side cover.
3. Remove the air shroud.
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