Heat sink
NOTE: All heat sink spare part kits include thermal material.
Description Spare part number
For use with HP Compaq 6515b computer models 443912-001
For use with HP Compaq 6510b computer models 446920-001
Thermal Material Kit for use in all countries and regions except Japan and Asia/Pacific 413706-001
Thermal Material Kit for use in Japan and Asia/Pacific countries and regions 445853-001
Before removing the heat sink, follow these steps:
1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and
then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4. Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 46).
5. Remove the keyboard (see
Keyboard on page 62).
6. Remove the switch cover (see
Switch cover on page 68).
7. Remove the fan (see
Fan on page 69).
Remove the heat sink:
1. Remove the four Phillips PM2.0×6.0 screws (1) that secure the heat sink to the system board.
2. Release the heat sink (2) by lifting the right side until it disengages from the processor.
NOTE: Due to the adhesive quality of the thermal material located between the heat sink and
processor, it may be necessary to move the heat sink from side to side to detach the heat sink from
the processor.
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