168 Removing and Installing Parts
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Clean the thermal grease from the bottom of the heat sink.
NOTICE: Ensure that you apply new thermal grease. New thermal grease is critical
for ensuring adequate thermal bonding, which is a requirement for optimal
processor operation.
10
Apply the new thermal grease to the top of the processor.
11
Install the processor fan/heat sink assembly (see "Installing the Processor
Fan/Heat Sink Assembly" on page 165).
NOTICE: Ensure that the heat sink assembly is correctly seated and secure.
12
Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on
page 174).
1 processor cover 2 tab 3 processor
4 processor socket 5 center cover latch 6 release lever
7 front alignment-notch 8 processor pin-1 indicator 9 rear alignment notch
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