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Dell G15 5525 Service Manual
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.
Steps
- 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.
- Replace the six screws (M2x4) that secure the fan and heat-sink assembly to the system board.
- 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
- Install the system board.
- Install the memory module.
- Install the wireless card.
- Install the solid-state drive.
- Install the rear cover.
- Install the battery.
- Install the base cover.
- Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
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