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Post-requisites
1. Replace the battery.
2. Replace the
base
cover.
Heat sink
Removing the heat sink
NOTE:
Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow
the steps in
Before working inside your
working inside your
computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at
regulatory_compliance.
NOTE:
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.
Prerequisites
1. Remove the
base
cover.
2. Remove the fan.
computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in
Removing and installing components
After
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