Owners Manual

2. Remove the screw diagonally opposite the screw you first removed.
3. Repeat the procedure for the remaining two screws.
Figure 32. Removing the heat sink
1. retention screw (4) 2. heat sink
3. processor socket 4. heat sink retention socket (4)
Next steps
1. Remove the processor.
2. Install the heat sink.
3. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related References
Safety instructions on page 51
Related tasks
Before working inside your system on page 51
Removing the cooling shroud on page 58
Removing a processor on page 89
After working inside your system on page 52
Removing a processor
Prerequisites
WARNING:
The processor is hot to touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow the processor
to cool before removing it.
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 are shipped with your product.
CAUTION: The processor is held in its socket under strong pressure. Be aware that the release lever can spring up
suddenly if not firmly grasped.
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