Steps
1. Place the computer on its side with the left side facing up.
2. Loosen the four captive screws that secure the processor fan and heat sink assembly to the system board.
3. Disconnect the processor-fan cable from the system board.
4. Lift the processor fan and heat-sink assembly from the system board.
Installing the processor fan and heat-sink assembly (65 W)
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation process.
About this task
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.
NOTE: This procedure only applies for computers shipped with a 65 W processor.
The following image(s) indicate the location of the processor fan and heat-sink assembly (65 W) and provides a visual
representation of the installation procedure.
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Removing and installing components