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9
Clean 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.
10
Apply the new thermal grease to the top of the processor.
11
Install the processor fan/heat sink assembly (see "Installing the Processor
Fan/Heat Sink Assembly" on page167).
NOTICE: Ensure that the processor fan/heat sink assembly is correctly seated and
secure.
12
Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on
page176).
1processor cover 2tab 3processor
4processor socket 5center cover latch 6release lever
7front alignment-notch 8processor pin-1 indicator 9rear alignment notch
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