Dell Inspiron XPS - Removing the Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly

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Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly
Dell™Inspiron™XPSandInspiron9100ServiceManual
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Removing the Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly
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1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."
2. Remove the left, right, and center hinge covers.
3. Remove the keyboard.
4. Remove the display assembly.
5. Remove the keyboard bracket.
6. Remove the video card.
7. Loosen in consecutive order the four captive screws, labeled "1" through "4," that secure the microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly to the system
board.
8. Lift up the microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly and remove it from the system board.
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Installing the Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly
1. Evenly apply thermal grease to the top surface of the microprocessor.
2. Place the microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly over the microprocessor.
3. Tighten the four captive screws, labeled "1" through "4," in consecutive order.
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CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual.
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such
as the back panel) on the computer.
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you begin working inside the computer.
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microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly
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captive screws (4)