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Dell G15 5520 Service Manual

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Installing the fan and heat-sink assembly

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following image indicates the location of the fan and heat-sink assembly and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

CAUTION:Incorrect alignment of the heat sink can damage the system board and processor.
NOTE:If either the system board or the heat sink is replaced, use the thermal pad/paste provided in the kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved.
Image: Installing the fan and heat-sink assembly

Steps

  1. Place the fan and heat-sink assembly on the system board and align the screw holes on the fan and heat-sink assembly with the screw holes on the system board.
  2. Replace the six screws (M2x4) that secure the fan and heat-sink assembly to the system board.
  3. Turn the system board over and align the screw holes on the system board with the screw holes on the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.

Next steps

  1. Install the system board.
  2. Install the memory module.
  3. Install the wireless card.
  4. Install the solid-state drive.
  5. Install the rear cover.
  6. Install the battery.
  7. Install the base cover.
  8. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
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