Dell OptiPlex 7000 Micro Service Manual page 32

Steps
1.
NOTE: The thermal pad is applicable only for computers with 32 GB x 2 configuration, install the thermal pad before
installing the 32 GB x 2 memory module.
Verify if the SODIMM thermal pad is bent or out of shape. If yes, then press the thermal pad to secure it properly to the
system board.
OptiPlex 7000 Micro has SODIMM thermal pad 100% attached on system board. SODIMM thermal pad is not reusable. There
is no residual upon removal of the SODIMM thermal pad from the system board.
NOTE: The thermal pad can create the push up force, when assembling the SODIMM module have to be pressed down
and latched.
2. Partially remove the anti-adhesive paper from the SODIMM thermal pad.
NOTE: Do not touch the adhesive surface of the SODIMM thermal pad.
3. Using a scraper, press the SODIMM thermal pad from left to right edge on the memory module slot.
NOTE: Refer the thermal pad area in the image as reference for assembly positioning.
32 Removing and installing components