Installing the processor fan and heat-sink assembly
CAUTION:
The information in this section is intended for authorized service technicians only.
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the processor fan and heat-sink assembly and provides a visual representation of
the installation procedure.
CAUTION:
If either the processor or the fan and heat-sink assembly is replaced, use the thermal grease provided
in the kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved.
Steps
1. Place the processor fan and heat-sink assembly on the system board and align the captive screws to the screw holes on the
system board.
2. Tighten the four captive screws that secure the heat stink to the system board.
3. Connect the processor-fan cable to the connector on the system board.
Next steps
1. Install the
disk-drive
cage.
2. Install the
3.5-inch hard drive
3. Install the
2.5-inch hard drive
4. Install the
front
bezel.
5. Install the
side
cover.
6. Follow the procedure in
if applicable.
if applicable.
After working inside your
computer.
Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
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