Processor fan and heat-sink assembly
Removing the processor fan and heat-sink assembly
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in
Before working inside your computer
NOTE: The heat sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sufficient time for the heat sink to cool before you
touch it.
CAUTION: For maximum cooling of the processor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the heat sink. The oils in your
skin can reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal grease.
2. Remove the
.
About this task
The following images indicate the location of the processor fan and heat-sink assembly and provide a visual representation of the
removal procedure.
Steps
1. Lay the computer on the right side.
2. Disconnect the processor-fan cable from the system board.
3. In reverse sequential order, loosen the four captive screws that secure the processor fan and heat-sink assembly to the system
board.
4. Lift the processor fan and heat-sink assembly off the system board.
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