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Replacing the processor heat-sink, Procedure, Postrequisites – Dell Inspiron One 2020 (Early 2012) User Manual

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Replacing the Processor Heat-Sink

CAUTION: Incorrect alignment of the processor heat-sink can cause damage to

the system board and processor.

Procedure

1

Clean the thermal grease from the bottom of the processor heat-sink and

reapply it.

NOTE: The original thermal grease can be reused if the original processor and

processor heat-sink are reinstalled together. If either the processor or the
processor heat-sink is replaced, use the thermal grease provided in the kit to
ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved.

2

Align the captive screws on the processor heat-sink with the screw holes on the
system board.

3

In sequential order (indicated on the processor heat-sink), tighten the

captive screws that secure the processor heat-sink to the system board.

Postrequisites

1

Replace the system-board shield. See "Replacing the System-Board Shield" on
page 36.

2

Replace the back cover. See "Replacing the Back Cover" on page 20.

3

Replace the stand. See "Replacing the Stand" on page 18.

4

Replace the stand cover. See "Replacing the Stand Cover" on page 16.

5

Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 13.

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