Microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly – Dell Inspiron XPS User Manual
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Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly
Dell™ Inspiron™ XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual
Removing the Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly
1.
Follow the instructions in "
Preparing to Work Inside the Computer
."
2.
Remove the left, right, and center
hinge covers
.
3.
Remove the
keyboard
.
4.
Remove the
display assembly
.
5.
Remove the
keyboard bracket
.
6.
Remove the
video card
.
7.
Loosen in consecutive order the four captive screws, labeled "1" through "4," that secure the microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly to the system
board.
8.
Lift up the microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly and remove it from the system board.
Installing the Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly
1.
Evenly apply thermal grease to the top surface of the microprocessor.
2.
Place the microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly over the microprocessor.
3.
Tighten the four captive screws, labeled "1" through "4," in consecutive order.
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CAUTION:
Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual.
NOTICE:
To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such
as the back panel) on the computer.
NOTICE:
To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you begin working inside the computer.
1 microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly
2 captive screws (4)