Dell 755 manual Processor

9Pivot the socket release lever back toward the socket, and snap it into place to secure the processor.

10Clean the thermal grease from the bottom of the heat sink.

NOTICE: Ensure that you apply new thermal grease. New thermal grease is critical for ensuring adequate thermal bonding, which is a requirement for optimal processor operation.

11Apply the new thermal grease to the top of the processor.

12Install the heat sink assembly:

a Place the heat sink assembly back onto the heat-sink assembly bracket.

b Rotate the heat sink assembly down towards the computer base and tighten the two captive screws.

NOTICE: Ensure that the heat sink assembly is correctly seated and secure.

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1 heat sink assembly 2 heat-sink assembly bracket 3 captive screw housing (2)

13Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 317).

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