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 Processor Heat Sink

Dell™Inspiron™410ServiceManual

Removing the Processor Heat Sink

Replacing the Processor Heat Sink

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Removing the Processor Heat Sink

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1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.

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2. Remove the top cover (see Removing the Top Cover).

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3. Remove the top bracket (see Removing the Top Bracket).

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4. Remove the optical drive (see Removing the Optical Drive).

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5. Remove the drive bay (see Removing the Drive Bay).

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6. Loosen the four captive screws that secure the processor heat sink to the system board.

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7. Carefully lift the processor heat sink away from the computer.

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8. Lay the processor heat sink down on its top, with the thermal grease facing upward.

Replacing the Processor Heat Sink

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WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best

practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

WARNING: The heat sink may be very hot during normal operation. Be sure that it has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.

CAUTION: Onlyacertifiedservicetechnicianshouldperformrepairsonyourcomputer.DamageduetoservicingthatisnotauthorizedbyDell™

is not covered by your warranty.

CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal

surface (such as a connector on your computer).

CAUTION: Do not perform the following steps unless you are familiar with hardware removal and replacement. Performing these steps

incorrectly could damage your system board. For technical service information, see the Setup Guide.

CAUTION: To ensure maximum cooling for the processor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the processor heat sink. The oils in your skin

can reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal grease.

captive screws (4)

processor heat sink