Dell Inspiron One 2310 Intel - Removing the Processor Heat-Sink Fan; Replacing the Processor Heat-Sink Fan

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 Processor Heat-Sink Fan
Dell™Inspiron™One2305/2310ServiceManual
Removing the Processor Heat-Sink Fan
Replacing the Processor Heat-Sink Fan
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Removing the Processor Heat-Sink Fan
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1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.
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2. Remove the back cover (see Removing the Back Cover).
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3. Follow the instructions from step 2 to step 5 in Removing the Front Stand.
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4. Remove the system-board shield (see Removing the System-Board Shield).
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5. Disconnect the processor heat-sink fan cable from the connector (CPU FAN) on the system board.
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6. Remove the two screws that secure the processor heat-sink fan to the chassis.
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7. Carefully peel the silver foil from the processor heat sink.
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8. Lift the processor heat-sink fan along with its cable away from the chassis.
Replacing the Processor Heat-Sink Fan
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1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.
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2. Align the screw holes on the processor heat-sink fan with the screw holes on the hex nut screws.
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3. Replace the two screws that secure the processor heat-sink fan to the chassis.
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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.
WARNING: The heat sink may be very hot during normal operation. Ensure that it has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.
CAUTION: Onlyacertifiedservicetechnicianshouldperformrepairsonyourcomputer.DamageduetoservicingthatisnotauthorizedbyDell™
is not covered by your warranty.
CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal
surface (such as a connector on your computer).
NOTE: The appearance of the system board may vary based on your computer model.
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processor heat-sink fan cable
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processor heat-sink fan
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screws (2)