5. Install the solid-state drive 2.
6. Install the solid-state drive 1.
7. Install the rear cover
8. Install the battery.
9. Install the base cover.
10. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Heat sink
Removing the heat sink
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
CAUTION: For maximum cooling of the processor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the heat sink. The
oils in your skin can reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal grease.
NOTE: The heat sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sufficient time for the heat sink to cool before you
touch it.
2. Remove the base cover.
3. Remove the battery.
4. Remove the rear cover.
5. Remove the solid-state drive 1.
6. Remove the solid-state drive 2.
7. Remove the wireless card.
8. Remove the memory module.
9. Remove the right fan.
10. Remove the left fan.
11. Remove the system board.
NOTE: System board can be removed with the heat sink, I/O board, and USB board attached.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the heat sink and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.
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Removing and installing components