Fan Sink - HP ProDesk 600 G3 Maintenance And Service Manual

Fan sink

The fan sink is secured atop the processor with four captive Torx screws. The fan sink includes a heat sink and
a fan.
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly
2. Remove the access panel
3. Remove the drive cage
4. Disconnect the fan cable from the system board connector labeled CPUFAN (1).
5. Loosen the four captive Torx T15 screws (2) that secure the fan sink to the system board tray.
CAUTION:
downward forces on the processor. This is especially important as the pins on the socket are very fragile
and any damage to them may require replacing the system board.
6. Remove the fan sink assembly from the computer.
When reinstalling the fan sink, make sure that its bottom has been cleaned with an alcohol wipe and fresh
thermal grease has been applied to the top of the processor.
CAUTION: Fan sink retaining screws should be tightened in diagonally opposite pairs (as in an X) to evenly
seat the fan sink on the processor to avoid damage that could require replacing the system board.
(Access panel on page
(Drive cage on page
Remove fan sink retaining screws in diagonally opposite pairs (as in an X) to even the
(Preparation for disassembly on page
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