Identifier GUID-3AE08A92-614C-4411-90FB-8693F1DE2634
Status Released
Removing the heat sink
WARNING: 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.
WARNING: The heat sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sucient 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.
Identifier GUID-5F2ABC88-378B-409F-A96C-FD67E59ADF27
Status Released
Prerequisites
1 Remove the base cover.
2 Remove the graphics-card fan.
3 Remove the processor fan.
Identifier GUID-4B1C0B3B-BA4E-411D-ACA1-C014601B51F8
Status Released
Procedure
1 In the reverse sequential order (7>6>5>4>3>2>1) marked on the heat sink, loosen the seven captive screws that secure the heat sink
to the system board.
2 Lift the heat sink o the system board and palm-rest assembly.
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