Installing The Fan And Heat-Sink Assembly - Dell Alienware m17 R3 Service Manual

Steps
1. Disconnect the left and right fan cables from the system board.
2. In the reverse sequential order (10>9>8>7>6>5>4>3>2>1), remove the ten screws (M2x3) that secure the fan and heat-sink
assembly to the system board.
NOTE: The number of screws varies depending on the configuration ordered.
3. Using the pull tab, lift the fan and heat-sink assembly from the system board.

Installing the fan and heat-sink assembly

Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
CAUTION: If either the processor or the heat sink is replaced, use the thermal grease that is provided in the kit to ensure
that the thermal conductivity is achieved.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the fan and heat-sink assembly and provides a visual representation of the installation
procedure.
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