Replacing the processor fan
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information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in
Before working inside your computer
. After working inside your
computer, follow the instructions in
After working inside your
computer
. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory
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Procedure
1
Connect the processor-fan cable to the system board.
2
Align the screw holes on the processor fan with the screw holes on the
system board.
3
Replace the screws that secure the processor fan to the system board.
4
Align the screw holes on the brackets with the screw holes on the system
board.
5
Replace the screws that secure the brackets to the system board.
Post-requisites
Replace the
base cover
.
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