NOTE: This is a Field Replaceable Unit (FRU). Removal and installation procedures should be performed only by Dell certied
service technicians.
1 Ensure that you follow the Safety instructions.
2 Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
3 Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.
4 Remove the cooling shroud.
5 Install the processor.
Steps
1 If you are using an existing heat sink, remove the thermal grease from the heat sink by using a clean lint free cloth.
2 Use the thermal grease syringe included with your processor kit to apply the grease in a thin spiral on the top of the processor as
shown in the following gure.
CAUTION: Applying too much thermal grease can result in excess grease coming in contact with and contaminating the
processor socket.
NOTE: The thermal grease syringe is intended for one-time use only. Dispose of the syringe after you use it.
Figure 67. Applying thermal grease on the top of the processor
1
processor 2 thermal grease
3 thermal grease syringe
3 Place the heat sink onto the processor.
NOTE
: Ensure that the arrow on the heat sink is facing the back of the chassis.
4 Tighten one of the four screws to secure the heat sink to the system board.
5 Tighten the screw diagonally opposite to the rst screw you tightened.
NOTE
: Do not overtighten the heat sink retention screws when installing the heat sink. To prevent overtightening, tighten
the retention screw until resistance is felt. The screw tension must not be more than 6 in-lb (6.9 kg-cm).
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