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About this task
The following images indicate the location of the top-chassis fan and provide a visual representation of the installation
procedure.
Steps
1. Lay the computer on the right side.
2. Align and place the top-chassis fan on the chassis.
3. Connect the top-chassis fan cables from the system board.
4. Replace the two screws (M3x5) that secures the top-chassis fan to the chassis.
VR heat sink
Removing the VR heat sink
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in
NOTE:
The heat sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sufficient time for the heat sink to cool before you
touch it.
CAUTION:
If either the processor or the heat sink is replaced, use the thermal grease that is provided in the
kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved.
NOTE:
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.
NOTE:
The VR heat sink (2) are shipped as separate units and they do not ship along with the new system board.
Remove the VR heat sink (2) from old system board for transfer to the new system board.
2. Remove the
left-side
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Removing and installing components
Before working inside your
cover.
computer.
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