Removing The Processor Heat-Sink; Prerequisites; Procedure - Dell Inspiron 3662 Service Manual

Removing the processor heat-
sink
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety
information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in
working inside your
the instructions in
practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at
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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.

Prerequisites

1 Remove the computer
2 Remove the front
3 Remove the processor

Procedure

1 In sequential order (as indicated on the heat sink), loosen the captive screws
that secure the heat sink to the system board.
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