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Figure 31. Installing the heat sink—Integrated GPU
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
base
cover.
2. Follow the procedure in
Removing the heat sink—Discrete GPU
CAUTION:
The information in this removal section is intended for authorized service technicians only.
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in
2. Remove the
base
cover.
About this task
CAUTION:
The heat sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sufficient time for the heat sink to cool
before you touch it.
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 images indicate the location of the heat sink on computers that are shipped with discrete GPUs and provides a
visual representation of the removal procedure.
After working inside your
Before working inside your
computer.
computer.
Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
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