Removing the heat sink
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.
NOTE: The heat sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sufficient time for the heat sink to cool before you
touch it.
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.
Prerequisites
1. Remove the optical drive.
2. Remove the base cover.
3. Remove the fan.
Procedure
1. In sequential order (as indicated on the heat sink), loosen the four captive screws that secure the heat sink to the system
board.
2. Remove the three (M2x3) screws that secure the heat sink to the system board.
3. Lift the heat sink off the system board.
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