Dell P32E - Replacing the heat-sink assembly

Replacing the heat-sink assembly
NOTE: 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.
CAUTION: Incorrect alignment of the heat sink can damage the system board and processor.
NOTE: The original thermal grease can be reused if the original system board and fan are reinstalled together. If either the
system board or the fan is replaced, use the thermal pad provided in the kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved.
Topics:
• Procedure
• Post-requisites
Procedure
1. Align the screw holes on the heat-sink assembly with the screw holes on the system board.
2. Replace the screws that secure the heat-sink assembly to the system board.
3. In sequential order, as indicated on the heat-sink assembly, tighten the captive screws that secure the heat-sink assembly to
the system board.
4. Connect the fan cable to the system board.
Post-requisites
1. Replace the system-board assembly.
2. Replace the battery.
3. Replace the base cover.
4. Replace the optical drive.
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