OptiPlex 5000 Small Form Factor Service Manual

1. Follow the procedure in before working inside your computer.
   WARNING:The heat sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sufficient time for the heat sink to cool before you touch it.
   CAUTION: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.
2. Remove the side cover.
3. Remove the front bezel.
4. Remove the disk-drive cage.
5. Remove the fan assembly.

The following image indicates the location of the voltage-regulator heat sink and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.