Replacing The Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly - Dell XPS M140 Service Manual

1 microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly

Replacing the Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly

CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide.
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically
touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer.
1. Follow the instructions in
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3. Align the four captive screws on the new microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly with the screw holes on the
system board.
4. Tighten the four captive screws in the order that they are numbered to secure the microprocessor thermal-cooling
assembly to the system board.
5. Replace the microprocessor module cover.
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Preparing to Work Inside the Computer
Removing the Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling
2 captive screws (4)
Assembly.