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CAUTION: Using excess thermal grease can cause grease to contact the
processor shield, which can cause contamination of the processor socket.
8 Place the heat sink on the processor. See Figure 3-8.
9 Using a Phillips screwdriver, tighten the heat-sink retention screws. See
Figure 3-8.
10 Install the air duct(s). See "Installing the Air Duct" on page 89.
11 Replace the system-board assembly. See "Installing a System-Board
Assembly" on page 88.
12 Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn on the system,
including any attached peripherals.
13 Press <F2> to enter the System Setup program, and check that the
processor information matches the new system configuration. See
"System Setup Options at Boot" on page 26.
Expansion-Card Assembly and Expansion Card
Removing the Expansion Card
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You
should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your
product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and
support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not
covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with
the product.
1 Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and
disconnect the system from its electrical outlet.
2 Remove the system-board assembly. See "Removing a System-Board
Assembly" on page 87.
3 Remove the three screws that secure the expansion-card assembly. See
Figure 3-10.