Filter
Top Products
Desktop Computer 179
Processor
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in
the
Product Information Guide
.
NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from
your body before you touch any of your computer’s electronic components. You can do so by touching an
unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis.
Removing the Processor
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 19.
2
Loosen the captive screw on each side of the heat sink assembly.
CAUTION: Despite having a plastic shield, the heat sink assembly may be very hot during normal operation.
Be sure that it has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.
NOTICE: Before rotating the heat sink assembly upward, twist the assembly side to side to help break the
thermal grease bond between the heat sink and the processor. This is to prevent damage to the processor due
to pulling the processor out of the socket while rotating the heat sink assembly upward.
3
Rotate the heat sink assembly upward, and remove the assembly from the computer.
Lay the heat sink assembly down on its top, with the thermal grease facing upward.