Setup Guide

Replacing the heat-sink assembly

NOTE: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the

steps in Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working

inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/

regulatory_compliance.

CAUTION: Incorrect alignment of the heat sink can damage the system board and processor.

NOTE: If either the system board or the fan and heat-sink assembly is replaced, use the thermal pad/paste provided in the

kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved.

Procedure

1. Align the screw holes on the heat-sink assembly with the screw holes on the system board.

2. Replace the five screws (M2x3) that secure the heat-sink assembly to the system board.

NOTE: Depending on the configuration ordered, some configurations may have four screws (M2x3).

Post-requisites

1. Replace the battery (half-length) or the battery (full-length).

2. Replace the base cover.

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