Dell XPS 700 Jet Black - Manual (Page 117)

Removing and Installing Parts
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Processor Airflow Shroud
CAUTION:
Before you perform this procedure, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information
Guide.
Removing the Processor Airflow Shroud
1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 75.
2 Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 76).
CAUTION:
The processor heat sink can get very hot during normal operation. Be sure that the heat sink has had
sufficient time to cool before you touch it.
3 Loose the two captive screws on the processor airflow shroud, and then rotate the shroud back, away
from the fan.
NOTICE:
The processor heat sink is attached to the processor airflow shroud. When you remove the airflow
shroud, lay it upside down or on its side to avoid damaging the heatsink thermal interface.
4 Lift the processor airflow shroud out of the computer, and then set it aside.
1 processor airflow shroud 2 captive screws (2)
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