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OptiPlex 3080 Micro 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.
  3. Remove the fan assembly.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the heat sink and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Image: Removing the heat-sink

Steps

  1. Loosen the three captive screws that secure the heat sink to the system.
    NOTE: Loosen the screw in the sequential order (1,2,3) as printed on the heat sink.
  2. Lift the heat-sink from the system board.

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