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Precision 7680 Service Manual

Installing the heat sink for discrete graphics

Prerequisites

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

About this task

The figure indicates the location of the heat sink and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Installing the heat-sink for discrete graphics

Steps

  1. Align and insert the heat sink into its slot on the computer.
  2. Tighten the eight captive screws to secure the heat sink to the system board.
    NOTE:Tighten the captive screws in the order that is stamped onto the heat sink next to the screws [1 > 2 > 3 > 4 > 5 > 6 > 7 > 8].
  3. Replace the four (M2x5) screws to secure the fans to the system chassis.
  4. Connect the two fan cables to their connectors on the system board.

Next steps

  1. Install the base cover.
  2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

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