Dell XPS 14 (L421X, Mid 2012) - Manual (Page 47)

Removing the Processor Heat-Sink
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information
that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on
page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in
"After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at
dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Prerequisites
1 Follow the instructions from step 1 to step 7 in "Removing the Base Cover" on
page 12.
2 Remove the speakers. See "Removing the Speakers" on page 22.
3 Remove the battery. See "Removing the Battery" on page 25.
Procedure
1 In sequential order (indicated on the processor heat-sink), loosen the
captive screws that secure the processor heat-sink to the system board.
2 Lift the processor heat-sink off the system board.
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2
1 processor heat-sink 2 captive screws (4)
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