Dell 160 Removing the Processor Heatsink Assembly, Replacing the Processor Heatsink Assembly

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Processor Heatsink Assembly

Dell™ OptiPlex™ FX160/160 Service Manual

Removing the Processor Heatsink Assembly

Replacing the Processor Heatsink Assembly

Removing the Processor Heatsink Assembly

1.Perform the procedure in Before Working on Your Computer.

2.Remove the hard drive bracket assembly, if installed (see Removing the Hard Drive Bracket Assembly).

3.Loosen the two captive screws that secure the processor heatsink assembly to the system board.

WARNING: The heatsink can become very hot during normal operation. Allow the heatsink to cool before touching it.

4. Lift the processor heatsink assembly out of the computer.

Replacing the Processor Heatsink Assembly

CAUTION: Apply new thermal grease to the heatsink surface when installing the heatsink assembly onto a different system board. New thermal grease is critical for ensuring adequate thermal bonding, which is necessary for optimal processor performance.

1.If installing the heatsink assembly onto a different system board, clean the thermal interface material or thermal grease from the surface of the heatsink and apply new thermal grease as needed.

2.Align the two captive screws on the processor heatsink assembly with the screw holes on the system board.

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3. Tighten the two captive screws to secure the processor heatsink assembly to the system board.

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Contents Model DC01T September 2008 Rev. A00 Antenna Removing the AntennaReplacing the Antenna Page Working on Your Computer Recommended ToolsBefore Working on Your Computer After Working on Your Computer Cable Guide Removing the Cable GuideReplacing the Cable Guide Coin-Cell Battery Removing the Coin-Cell BatteryReplacing the Coin-Cell Battery Covers Removing the Computer CoverReplacing the Computer Cover Replacing the Side Cover Removing the Side CoverPeg Peg retainer Side cover hooks Side cover hook slots2 Finding Information Hard Drive Assembly Optional Removing the Hard Drive Bracket AssemblyReplacing the Hard Drive Bracket Assembly Replacing the Hard Drive Removing the Hard DriveReplacing the Hard Drive Fan Removing the Hard Drive FanProcessor Heatsink Assembly Removing the Processor Heatsink AssemblyReplacing the Processor Heatsink Assembly Page Obtaining Assistance Technical Support and Customer ServiceDellConnect Online Services Getting HelpMobilesupport@us.dell.com Support@us.dell.com Problems With Your OrderAutoTech Service Automated Order-Status ServiceContacting Dell Before You CallBoard Removing the I/O BoardReplacing the I/O Board Cable guide metal tab Metal clip Memory Removing a Memory ModuleReplacing a Memory Module Page Nvram Module Removing the Nvram ModuleReplacing the Nvram Module Back to Contents Power Supply Removing the Power SupplyReplacing the Power Supply Page Identifying Drivers Reinstalling SoftwareReinstalling Drivers and Utilities DriversClick the Drivers tab→ Roll Back Driver Manually Reinstalling DriversRestoring Your Operating System Re-imaging Operating Systems Installed on NvramStarting System Restore Undoing the Last System Restore Windows Vista OnlyClick Start → Control Panel User Accounts and PasswordsReinstalling Windows XP or Windows Vista Before you BeginClick Administrative Tools → UserManager Click User AccountsClick Control Panel → User Accounts Computer Stand Removing the Computer StandReplacing the Computer Stand System Board Assembly System Board ConnectorsRemoving the System Board Assembly Replacing the System Board Perform the procedure in After Working on Your Computer Bios Setup Utility Options System SetupEntering the Bios Setup Utility Bios Setup Utility ScreensBoot Sequence Setup LockClearing Forgotten Passwords Changing Boot Sequence for Future BootsSelect Specific Boot Device Clearing Cmos Settings Flashing the BiosClick Save this program to disk, and then click OK Back to Contents Back to Contents Diagnostic Light Codes During Post TroubleshootingPower Lights Diagnostic LightsBeep Codes Code Description Suggested Resolution Repetitive Short beepsSystem Messages Replace the battery see Replacing the Coin-Cell BatteryHardware Troubleshooter Dell DiagnosticsWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DrivePage Option Function Dell Diagnostics Main MenuTab Function Solving ProblemsBattery Problems Drive ProblemsAdjust the Windows volume control Optical drive problems optional, externalProblems writing to an optical drive Hard drive problemsClick Start→ Control Panel→ Add or Remove Programs Mail and Internet ProblemsError Messages Click Properties→ Tools→ Check NowComputer stops responding Keyboard ProblemsLockups and Software Problems Computer does not start upSolid blue screen appears Other software problemsProgram crashes repeatedly Program is designed for an earlier Windows operating systemMouse Problems Memory ProblemsNetwork Problems Power ProblemsClick Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Mouse Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Printer Printer ProblemsVerify that the printer is recognized by Windows Double-clickPrinters and FaxesVerify that the scanner is recognized by Microsoft Windows Scanner ProblemsSound and Speaker Problems No sound from speakersNo sound from headphones Video and Monitor ProblemsScreen is blank Screen is difficult to read Dell Technical Update ServiceCheck the monitor power light Check the diagnostic lights See Diagnostic LightsPage Use the Onboard Devices screen to enable Selective USB Selective USBEnabling Selective USB Wireless Card Removing the Wireless CardReplacing the Wireless Card