Dell Alienware m15 Ryzen Edition R5 Service Manual - Page 59
Installing the heat-sink assembly, Steps, Prerequisites, About this task
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Steps 1. Disconnect the left and right fan cables from the system board. 2. Turn the system-board assembly over. 3. Remove the six screws (M2x4) that secure the heat-sink assembly to the system board. 4. Lift the heat-sink assembly off the system board. Installing the heat-sink assembly Prerequisites If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure. About this task The following image indicates the location of the heat-sink assembly and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure. CAUTION: Incorrect alignment of the heat sink can damage the system board and processor. 59
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Steps
1.
Disconnect the left and right fan cables from the system board.
2.
Turn the system-board assembly over.
3.
Remove the six screws (M2x4) that secure the heat-sink assembly to the system board.
4.
Lift the heat-sink assembly off the system board.
Installing the heat-sink assembly
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the heat-sink assembly and provides a visual representation of the installation
procedure.
CAUTION: Incorrect alignment of the heat sink can damage the system board and processor.
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