Heat sink (discrete graphics)
Removing the heat sink (discrete graphics)
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the base cover.
About this task
NOTE: The heat sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sufficient time for the heat sink to cool before you
touch it.
NOTE: 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.
The following image indicates the location of the heat sink and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.
NOTE: This heatsink is installed on the system that supports the following processors:
● Intel Celeron
● Intel Pentium Gold
● 11
th
Generation Intel Core i3/i5/i7
Steps
1. Remove the three screws (M2x3) that secure the heatsink to the system board.
2. In reverse sequential order (4>3>2>1) loosen the four screws (M2x5.2) that secure the heat sink to the system board.
3. Lift the heat sink from the system board.
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