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Removing the heat sink—Discrete GPU

CAUTION:The information in this removal section is intended for authorized service technicians only.

Prerequisites

  1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
  2. Remove the base cover.

About this task

CAUTION:The heat sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sufficient time for the heat sink to cool before you touch it.
NOTE:For maximum cooling of the processor, do not touch the heat-transfer areas on the heat sink. The oils in your skin can reduce the heat-transfer capability of the thermal grease.
The following images indicate the location of the heat sink on computers that are shipped with discrete GPUs and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.
Figure 1. Removing the heat sink—Discrete GPU (non-Vapor Chamber)
Image: Removing the heat sink—Discrete GPU (non-Vapor Chamber)
Figure 2. Removing the heat sink—Discrete GPU (Vapor Chamber)
Image: Removing the heat sink—Discrete GPU (Vapor Chamber)

Steps

  1. In reverse sequential order (6>5>4>3>2>1), loosen the six captive screws that secure the heat sink to the system board.
  2. Lift the heat sink off the system board.

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