166 Removing and Installing Parts
Removing the Processor Fan/Heat Sink Assembly
NOTICE: Do not touch the fan blades when you are removing the processor
fan/heat sink assembly. This could damage the fan.
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 105.
2
Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on
page 107).
3
Disconnect the processor fan cable from the system board (see "Inside
View of Your Computer" on page 109).
4
Carefully move away any cables that are routed over the processor fan/heat
sink assembly.
5
Loosen the four captive screws securing the processor fan/heat sink
assembly and lift it straight up.
CAUTION: Despite having a plastic shield, the heat sink fan assembly may be
very hot during normal operation. Be sure that it has had sufficient time to cool
before you touch it.
NOTE: The processor fan/heat sink assembly in your computer may not look
exactly like the one shown in the illustration above.
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