Replacing The Processor Heat-Sink; Procedure; Postrequsites - Alienware M17x R4 Owner's Manual

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WARNING:
information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in
"Before You Begin" on page 9. For additional safety best practices
information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/
regulatory_compliance.
CAUTION:
damage the processor.
NOTE:
The original thermal grease can be reused if the original processor heat-sink
is reinstalled. If the processor heat-sink is replaced, use the thermal grease provided
in the kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved.

Procedure

1 Slide the processor heat-sink in place.
2 Align the captive screws on the processor heat-sink with the screw holes on the
system board and tighten the screws in sequential order (indicated on the processor
heat-sink).

Postrequsites

1 Replace the processor heat-sink fan. See "Replacing the Processor Heat-Sink Fan" on
page 31.
2 Replace the compartment door. See "Replacing the Compartment Door" on page 15.
3 Replace the battery pack. See "Replacing the Battery Pack" on page 13.
4 Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11.
Replacing the Processor
Heat-Sink
Before working inside your computer, read the safety
Incorrect alignment of the processor heat-sink can

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