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Inspiron 16 7610 Service Manual for computers with three fans

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Removing the heat sink

Prerequisites

  1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
  2. Enter Service Mode.
  3. Remove the base cover.
  4. Remove the left fan.

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 image(s) indicate the location of the heat sink and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Removing the heat sink

Steps

  1. In reverse sequential order (7>6>5>4>3>2>1) loosen the seven captive screws that secure the heat sink to the system board.
  2. Lift the heat sink from the system board.

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