Dell Vostro 500 (PP29L) Processor Heat Sink Removal and Installation


In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to install and replace the Processor Heat Sink on your Dell Vostro 500 (PP29L) laptop. These installation instructions have be made into 4 easy to follow printable steps. We have also create a video tutorial that shows you how to install your Dell Vostro 500 (PP29L) Processor Heat Sink.

Before you begin

Please take the time read the following safety guidelines when working on static sensitive electrical components.
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Tools needed for this laptop repair

  • 1 x small phillips head screw driver
  • 1 x small plastic scribe
Vostro 500 CPU Heat Sink

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Vostro 500 Processor Heat Sink

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Installation and Removal Instructions
Dell Vostro 500 (PP29L) Processor Heat Sink

Remove the battery.

Step 1

  • Remove the battery.
Access Door

Step 2

  • Access Door
  • Unscrew the 8 screws holding the Access Door Cover.
  • Remove the cover, starting from right to left.
Access DoorUnscrew the 8 screws holding the Access Door Cover.
Loosen the 5 retaining screws on the heat sink.

Step 3

  • Loosen the 5 retaining screws on the heat sink.
  • Remove the heat sink from the motherboard.
Loosen the 5 retaining screws on the heat sink. Remove the heat sink from the motherboard.
Installation note 1: Make sure to replace thermal compound or thermal pads on the CPU and heatsink.

Step 4

  • Installation note 1: Make sure to replace thermal compound or thermal pads on the CPU and heatsink.
  • Installation note 2: Tighten the heatsink screws in the order listed on the heatsink.
  • **This image is used only as an example.**

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