Dell OptiPlex 7090 Tower Service Manual - Page 56

Installing the VR heat sink

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WARNING: The heat sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sufficient time for the heat sink to cool before you touch it. CAUTION: For maximum cooling of the processor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the heat sink. The oils in your skin can reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal grease. 2. Remove the side cover. About this task The following image indicates the location of the VR heat sink and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure. Steps 1. Loosen the two captive screws that secure the VR heat sink to the system board. 2. Lift the VR heat sink off the system board. Installing the VR heat sink 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 VR heat sink and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure. 56 Removing and installing components

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WARNING:
The heat sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sufficient time for the heat sink to
cool before you touch it.
CAUTION:
For maximum cooling of the processor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the heat sink. The
oils in your skin can reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal grease.
2.
Remove the
side cover
.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the VR heat sink and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.
Steps
1.
Loosen the two captive screws that secure the VR heat sink to the system board.
2.
Lift the VR heat sink off the system board.
Installing the VR heat sink
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 VR heat sink and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.
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Removing and installing components