Installing a heat sinkPrerequisitesCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should onlyperform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or asdirected by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that isnot authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructionsthat are shipped with your product.NOTE: This is a Field Replaceable Unit (FRU). Removal and installation procedures should beperformed only by Dell certified service technicians.1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.3. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.4. Remove the cooling shroud.5. Install the processor.Steps1. If you are using an existing heat sink, remove the thermal grease from the heat sink by using a cleanlint-free cloth.2. Use the thermal grease syringe included with your processor kit to apply the grease in a thin spiral onthe top of the processor.CAUTION: Applying too much thermal grease can result in excess grease coming in contactwith and contaminating the processor socket.NOTE: The thermal grease syringe is intended for one-time use only. Dispose of the syringeafter you use it.83
