Dell Inspiron 15 AMD - Removing the Processor Heat Sink; Replacing the Processor Heat Sink

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 Processor Heat Sink
Dell™Inspiron™1546ServiceManual
Removing the Processor Heat Sink
Replacing the Processor Heat Sink
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Removing the Processor Heat Sink
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1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
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2. Remove the battery (see Removing the Battery).
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3. Remove the module cover (see Removing the Module Cover).
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4. Remove the memory module(s) (see Removing the Memory Module(s)).
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5. Remove the Mini-Card (see Removing the Mini-Card).
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6. In sequential order (indicated on the processor heat sink) loosen the five captive screws that secure the processor heat sink to the system board.
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7. Pry out the processor heat sink with a plastic scribe.
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8. Lift the processor heat sink off the computer base.
Replacing the Processor Heat Sink
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
WARNING: If you remove the processor heat sink from the computer when the heat sink is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the processor
heat sink.
CAUTION: Onlyacertifiedservicetechnicianshouldperformrepairsonyourcomputer.DamageduetoservicingthatisnotauthorizedbyDell™
is not covered by your warranty.
CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal
surface (such as a connector on your computer).
CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the
computer.
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captive screws (5)
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processor heat sink