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OptiPlex 3000 Thin Client Service Manual

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Removing the heat sink

Prerequisites

  1. Follow the procedure in before working inside your computer.
  2. Remove the side cover.

About this task

The following image indicates the location of the heat sink and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Image: Removing the heat sink

Steps

  1. In reverse sequential order (as indicated by the numbers on the heat sink), loosen the four captive screws that secure the heat sink to the system board.
  2. Lift the heat sink off the system board.

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