Dell HR675 owner manual 115, Release levers Thermal grease

NOTICE: 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.

5Press down on the ends of the heat sink release levers and pull them outward to release them from the release lever retainers. Swing the levers up to release the heat sink.

Figure 3-27. Installing and Removing the Heat Sink

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1	heatsink	2	release lever retainers (2)
3	release levers (2)	4	thermal grease

6Wait 30 seconds for the heat sink to loosen from the processor.

NOTICE: Lay the heat sink on its side to avoid contaminating the thermal adhesive on the bottom of the heat sink.

7Gently lift the heat sink off of the processor and set the heat sink aside.

NOTICE: The processor is held in its socket under strong pressure. Be aware that the release lever can spring up suddenly if not firmly grasped.

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