Removing A Processor - Dell HHB Owner's Manual

3. Repeat the procedure for the remaining two screws.
4. Remove the heat sink.
NOTE: Set the heat sink upside down on the work surface to avoid contaminating the thermal grease.
Figure 33. Removing a heat sink
1. retention screw (4)
3. processor socket
Next steps
1. Replace the heat sink(s) and processor(s).
2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related tasks
Before working inside your system
After working inside your system
Removing the cooling shroud
Installing a heat sink
Installing a processor
Related reference
Safety instructions

Removing a processor

Prerequisites
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and
simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and
support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow
the safety instructions that came with the product.
CAUTION: Never remove the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to remove the processor. The heat sink is
necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions.
NOTE: The processor and heat sink can become extremely hot. Be sure that the processor has had sufficient time to
cool before handling.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in safety instructions section.
84 Installing and removing blade components
2. heat sink
4. heat sink retention socket (4)