Owners Manual

Figure 33. Removing a heat sink
1. retention screw (4) 2. heat sink
3. processor socket 4. heat sink retention socket (4)
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 references
Safety instructions on page 52
Related tasks
Before working inside your system on page 52
After working inside your system on page 53
Removing the cooling shroud on page 58
Installing a heat sink on page 91
Installing a processor on page 90
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.
2. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
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