Service Reference Guide, dc5100
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Removal and Replacement Procedures— Small Form Factor (SFF) Chassis
7.13 Heatsink
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (
Section 7.1, “Preparation for Disassembly”
).
2. Remove the computer cover (
3. Remove the fan shroud. Refer to
4. Disconnect the fan control cable from the system board.
5. Loosen the four captive screws
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that secure the heatsink to the system board tray.
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CAUTION:
Heatsink retaining screws should be removed in diagonally opposite pairs (as in an X) to
even the downward forces on the processor. This is especially important as the pins on the socket are very
fragile and any damage to them may require replacing the system board.
6. Lift the heatsink from atop the processor
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and set is on its side to keep from contaminating
the work area with thermal grease.
When reinstalling an existing heatsink, make sure that its bottom has been cleaned with an
alcohol wipe and fresh thermal grease has been applied to the top of the processor. New heatsinks
come from the factory with fresh thermal grease already applied.
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CAUTION:
Heatsink retaining screws should be tightened in diagonally opposite pairs (as in an X) to
evenly seat the heatsink on the processor. This is especially important as the pins on the socket are very
fragile and any damage to them may require replacing the system board.
