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Processor Fan and Heat-Sink Assembly
Dell™ Inspiron™ 1090 Service Manual
Removing the Processor Fan and Heat-Sink Assembly
Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat-Sink Assembly
WARNING:
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
WARNING:
of the processor fan and heat-sink assembly.
CAUTION:
is not covered by your warranty.
CAUTION:
surface (such as a connector on your computer).
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computer.
Removing the Processor Fan and Heat-Sink Assembly
1. Follow the instructions in
2. Remove the label door (see
3. Remove the keyboard (see
4. Remove the palm-rest assembly (see
5. Remove the battery (see
6. Remove the memory module (see
7. Disconnect the processor fan and heat-sink assembly cable from the connector on the system board.
8. In sequential order (indicated on the processor heat-sink), loosen the three captive screws that secure the processor fan and heat-sink assembly to the
system board.
9. Lift the processor fan and heat-sink assembly off the system board.
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processor fan and heat-sink assembly
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processor fan and heat-sink assembly cable
Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat-Sink Assembly
NOTE:
The original thermal grease can be reused if the original processor fan and heat-sink assembly is reinstalled. If the processor fan and heat-sink
assembly is replaced, use the thermal grease provided in the kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved.
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Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best
If you remove the processor fan and heat-sink assembly from the computer when the heat sink is hot, do not touch the metal housing
Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™
To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal
To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see
Before You
Begin.
Removing the Label
Door).
Removing the
Keyboard).
Removing the Palm-Rest
Removing the
Battery).
Removing the Memory
2
captive screws (3)
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Removing the
Assembly).
Module).
Battery) before working inside the
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