Allow some time (approximately 30 seconds) for the heat sink to loosen from the processor.
b Loosen the screw that is diagonally opposite the screw that you first loosened.
c Repeat the procedure for the remaining screws.
Figure 53. Removing the heat sink (up to 135 W)
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captive screw (4)
2 heat sink
3 processor socket
4 screw hole (4)
Next step
Remove the processor.
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Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Removing the cooling shroud
Removing a processor
Removing a processor
Prerequisites
WARNING:
The processor is hot to touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow the processor to cool
before removing it.
CAUTION:
Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple
repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team.
Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that are shipped with your product.
CAUTION:
The processor is held in its socket under strong pressure. Be aware that the release lever can spring up suddenly if
not firmly grasped.
NOTE:
This is a Field Replaceable Unit (FRU). Removal and installation procedures should be performed only by Dell certified
service technicians.
NOTE:
To ensure proper system cooling, you must install a processor blank in any empty processor socket.
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Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
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