Dell XPS 17 9720 Service Manual - Page 30
Installing the heat sink (for computers shipped with discrete graphics
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Steps 1. Loosen the seven captive screws in reverse sequential order (7 > 6 > 5 > 4 > 3 > 2 > 1) as indicated by the numbers on the heat sink. 2. Lift the heat sink off the system board. Installing the heat sink (for computers shipped with discrete graphics) Prerequisites CAUTION: Incorrect alignment of the heat sink can damage the system board and the processor. NOTE: If either the system board or the heat sink is replaced, use the thermal pad or thermal paste provided in the kit to ensure that there is thermal conductivity. About this task The following image indicates the location of the heat sink and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure. 30 Removing and installing components
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Steps
1.
Loosen the seven captive screws in reverse sequential order (7 > 6 > 5 > 4 > 3 > 2 > 1) as indicated by the numbers on the
heat sink.
2.
Lift the heat sink off the system board.
Installing the heat sink (for computers shipped with discrete
graphics)
Prerequisites
CAUTION:
Incorrect alignment of the heat sink can damage the system board and the processor.
NOTE:
If either the system board or the heat sink is replaced, use the thermal pad or thermal paste provided in the kit to
ensure that there is thermal conductivity.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the heat sink and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.
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Removing and installing components