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Heat-Sink Fan
Dell™ OptiPlex™ XE Service Manual—
Desktop
Removing the Heat-Sink Fan
1.
Follow the procedures in
Before Working Inside Your Computer
.
2.
Release the 12V power cable from its routing clip.
3.
Disconnect the heat-sink fan cable from its connector on the system board.
4.
Remove the screws that secure the heat-sink fan to the heat sink assembly.
5.
Remove the heat-sink fan from the computer.
Replacing the Heat-Sink Fan
To replace the heat-sink fan, perform the above steps in reverse order.
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WARNING:
Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
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