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Installing the heat sink, Steps, Prerequisites, About this task, Next steps

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Steps 1. In reverse sequential order (4>3>2>1) as indicated on the heat sink, loosen the four captive screws that secure the heat sink to the system board. 2. Lift the heat sink off the system board. Installing the heat sink Prerequisites If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation process. About this task NOTE: Incorrect alignment of the heat sink can damage the system board and processor. NOTE: If either the system board or the heat sink is replaced, use the thermal grease that is provided in the kit to ensure that that thermal conductivity is achieved. The following images indicate the location of the heat sink and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure. Figure 33. Installing the heat sink Steps 1. Align the screw holes of the heat sink with the screw holes of the system board. 2. In sequential order (1>2>3>4) as indicated on the heat sink, tighten the four captive screws that secure the heat sink to the system board. Next steps 1. Install the base cover. 2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer. 50 Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)

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Steps
1.
In reverse sequential order (4>3>2>1) as indicated on the heat sink, loosen the four captive screws that secure the heat sink
to the system board.
2.
Lift the heat sink off the system board.
Installing the heat sink
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation process.
About this task
NOTE:
Incorrect alignment of the heat sink can damage the system board and processor.
NOTE:
If either the system board or the heat sink is replaced, use the thermal grease that is provided in the kit to ensure
that that thermal conductivity is achieved.
The following images indicate the location of the heat sink and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.
Figure 33. Installing the heat sink
Steps
1.
Align the screw holes of the heat sink with the screw holes of the system board.
2.
In sequential order (1>2>3>4) as indicated on the heat sink, tighten the four captive screws that secure the heat sink to the
system board.
Next steps
1.
Install the
base cover
.
2.
Follow the procedure in
After working inside your computer
.
50
Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)