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Installing the heat sink
CAUTION:
The information in this section is intended for authorized service technicians only.
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
About this task
NOTE:
If either the system board or the heat sink is replaced, use the thermal grease that is provided in the kit to ensure
that thermal conductivity is achieved.
The following image indicates the location of the heat sink and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.
Figure 25. Installing the heat sink
Steps
1. Place the heat sink in the slot on the system board.
2. Align the screw holes on the heat sink to the screw holes on the system board.
3. Tighten the four captive screws that secure the heat sink to the system board.
NOTE:
Tighten the four captive screws in the sequential order indicated on the heat sink [1 → 2 → 3 → 4].
Next steps
1. Install the
base
cover.
2. Follow the procedure in
After working inside your
computer.
Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
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