Dell DX6000G - Manual (Page 119)

Installing System Components 119
6 Wait 30 seconds for the heat sink to loosen from the processor.
7 Loosen the other heat-sink retention screws.
8 Gently lift the heat sink off of the processor and set the heat sink aside
upside down (thermal grease side facing up).
Figure 3-18. Removing and Installing the Heat Sink
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.
9 Position your thumb firmly over the processor socket-release lever and
release the lever from the locked position by pushing down and pulling out
from under the tab. Rotate the lever 90 degrees upward until the processor
is released from the socket. See Figure 3-19.
1 heat sink retention screws (4) 2 heat sink
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