Alienware AURORA D0IM, Service Manual

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CHAPTER 10: PROCESSOR
Replace the processor liquid-cooling assembly (see “Replacing the Processor 10.
Liquid-Cooling Assembly” on page 49).
CAUTION: Ensure that the processor liquid-cooling assembly is correctly
seated and secure.
Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 11. 11).
Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn 12.
them on.
When the processor is fully seated in the socket, close the processor cover. 6.
Ensure that the tab on the processor cover is positioned underneath the
center cover latch on the socket.
Pivot the socket release lever back towards the socket, and snap it into place
7.
to secure the processor.
Clean the thermal grease from the bottom of the processor liquid-cooling
8.
assembly.
CAUTION: Ensure that you apply new thermal grease. New thermal
grease is critical for ensuring adequate thermal bonding, which is a
requirement for optimal processor operation.
Apply the new thermal grease to the top of the processor. 9.