Dell Alienware 15 R2 Service Manual - Page 122
Replacing the heat-sink assembly, Procedure, Post-requisites
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Replacing the heat-sink assembly WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Incorrect alignment of the heat sink can damage the system board and processor. NOTE: The original thermal grease can be reused if the original system board and fan are reinstalled together. If either the system board or the fan is replaced, use the thermal pad provided in the kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved. Procedure 1 Align the screw holes on the heat-sink assembly with the screw holes on the system board. 2 In sequential order (indicated on the heat-sink assembly), tighten the captive screws that secure the heat-sink assembly to the system board. Post-requisites 1 Follow the procedure from step 3 to step 11 in "Replacing the system board". 2 Replace the display assembly. 3 Replace the hinge covers. 4 Follow the procedure from step 5 to step 11 in "Replacing the palm rest". 5 Replace the wireless card. 6 Replace the solid-state drives. 7 Replace the memory modules. 8 Replace the base panel. 122