Replacing
the
Processor
Heat-Sink |
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Replacing the Processor Heat-Sink
WARNING:
Before working inside your computer, read the safety
information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in
"Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices
information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at
dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
CAUTION:
Incorrect alignment of the processor heat-sink can
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
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).
Postrequisites
1
Replace the display assembly. See "Replacing the Display Assembly" on page 60.
2
Follow the instructions from step 3 to step 6 in Replacing the Palm Rest.
3
Replace the optical drive. See "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 24.
4
Replace the hard drive(s). See “Replacing the Hard Drive(s)” on page 28.
5
Replace the battery pack. See "Replacing the Battery Pack" on page 17.
6
Replace the fans cover. See "Replacing the Fans Cover" on page 30.
7
Replace the base cover. See "Replacing the Base Cover" on page 15.
8
Replace any card or blank that you removed from the Media-Card Reader.
9
Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 13.
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