XPS 14 DA14260 Service Manual

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Installing the heat sink

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation process.

About this task

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 video provides an overview of this task.

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

Figure 1. Installing the heat sink
Image: Installing the heat sink

Steps

  1. Align the screw holes on the heat sink with the screw holes on the system board.
  2. In sequential order (1>2>3>4), tighten the four captive screws that secure the heat sink to the system board.

Next steps

  1. Install the Palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
  2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

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