Heat-sink with fan
Removing the heat-sink with fan
CAUTION: The information in this removal section is intended for authorized service technicians only.
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the base cover.
About this task
NOTE: The heat-sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sufficient time for the heat-sink to cool before you
touch it.
NOTE: For maximum cooling of the processor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the heat-sink. The oils in your skin
can reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal grease.
The following image indicates the location of the heat-sink and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.
Figure 46. Removing the heat-sink and fan assembly
Steps
1. Disconnect the computer fan cable from the connector on the system board.
2. Remove the four captive screws and the two screws (M2x4) that secure the thermal fan to the system board.
3. In reverse sequential order (as indicated on the heat-sink), loosen the four captive screws that secure the heat-sink and fan
assembly to the system board.
4. Lift the heat-sink off the system board.
Installing the heat-sink with fan
CAUTION: The information in this installation section is intended for authorized service technicians only.
76 Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
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