
Heat sink assembly
1.
Prepare the computer for disassembly (
Preparation for Disassembly on page 25
).
2.
Remove the access panel (
Access Panel on page 26
).
3.
Lay the computer on its side with the rear facing toward you.
4.
Loosen the four captive torx T15 screws
(1)
that secure the heat sink to the system board.
5.
Disconnect the heat sink fan control cable
(2)
from the white system board connector labeled
CPUFAN.
NOTE:
System board appearance may vary.
6.
Lift the heat sink from the processor and set it on its side to keep from contaminating the work
area with thermal grease.
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