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Heat Sink
Dell™ Vostro™ 320 Service Manual
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Removing the Heat Sink
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1.Follow the procedures in Before Working Inside Your Computer.
2.Remove the front panel.
3.Remove the internal panel.
4.Remove the I/O cover.
5.Remove the hinged stand.
6.Remove the optical drive.
7.Remove the back cover.
8.Remove the back metal-shield.
9.Remove the
10.Loosen the captive screws that secure the heat sink to the computer.
11.Remove the heat sink from the computer.
NOTE: While installing the heat sink, apply the thermal grease to the smooth back of the installed processor (do not apply the thermal grease to the heat sink).
Replacing the Heat Sink
To replace the heat sink, perform the above steps in reverse order.
