Dell Inspiron 23 - Removing the Processor Heat-Sink; Prerequisites

Removing the Processor 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 dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Prerequisites
1 Remove the stand assembly.
2 Remove the back cover.
3 Remove the system-board shield.
4 Remove the VESA-mount bracket.
Procedure
1 Loosen the captive screws that secure the processor heat-sink to the
system board.
2 Remove the screw that secures the processor heat-sink to the display-
panel base.
3 Peel off the Mylar from the processor heat-sink and fan.
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