and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
1Prior to upgrading your system, download the latest system BIOS version from support.dell.com.
2Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
3Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 60.
4Remove the cooling shroud. See "Removing the Cooling Shroud" on page 62.
WARNING: The heat sink and processor are hot to touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow the heat sink and processor to cool before handling them.
CAUTION: Never remove the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to remove the processor. The heat sink is necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions.
5Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, loosen one of the
6Wait 30 seconds for the heat sink to loosen from the processor.
7Loosen the other three
8Gently lift the heat sink off of the processor and set the heat sink aside with thermal grease side facing up.
CAUTION: The processor is held in its socket under strong pressure. Be aware that the release lever can spring up suddenly if not firmly grasped.
9Position your thumb firmly over the processor
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