Dell OptiPlex 330 User Manual page 248

3 Carefully disconnect and move any cables that are routed over the heat
sink assembly.
4 Loosen the captive screw on each side of the heat sink assembly.
CAUTION:
very hot during normal operation. Be sure that it has had sufficient time to cool
before you touch it.
NOTICE:
sink. Do not use excessive force to separate the heat sink assembly from the
processor to avoid damaging the processor.
5 Rotate the heat sink assembly upward, and remove the assembly from the
computer.
1 heat sink assembly
NOTICE:
original heat sink assembly when you replace the processor.
6 Open the processor cover by sliding the release lever from under the center
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Despite having a plastic shield, the heat sink assembly may become
A strong thermal grease bond may exist between the processor and heat
Unless a new heat sink is required for the new processor, reuse the
2 captive screw housing (2)
1
2