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.
NOTE: 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.
Figure 51. Installing the processor fan and heat-sink assembly
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. In sequential order (1>2>3>4), tighten the four captive screws that secure the processor fan and heat stink assembly to the
system board.
3. Connect the processor-fan cable to its connector (FAN CPU) on the system board.
Next steps
1. Install the disk-drive cage.
2. Install the 3.5-inch hard drive, if applicable.
3. Install the front bezel.
4. Install the side cover.
5. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
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Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
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