Removing a processorPrerequisitesWARNING: The heat sink and processor are hot to the touch for some time after the system hasbeen powered down. Allow the heat sink and processor to cool before handling them.CAUTION: 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 came with the product.CAUTION: Never remove the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to remove theprocessor. The heat sink is necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions.1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.2. Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver handy.3. Before upgrading your system, download the latest system BIOS version from dell.com/support andfollow the instructions included in the compressed download file to install the update on yoursystem.NOTE: You can update the system BIOS using the Lifecycle Controller. For more informationabout Dell Lifecycle controller, see dell.com/esmmanuals.4. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.5. Remove the cooling shroud.Steps1. Loosen one of the screws that secures the heat sink to the system board.Wait 30 seconds for the heat sink to loosen from the processor.2. Remove the screw diagonally opposite the screw you first removed.3. Repeat the procedure for the remaining two screws.4. Remove the heat sink.93
