Steps
1. Disconnect the processor-fan cable from the connector on the system board.
2. In the reverse sequential order (4->3->2->1), loosen the four captive screws that secure the processor fan and heat-sink
assembly to the system board.
3. Lift the processor fan and heat-sink assembly from the system board.
Removing the processor fan
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in
2. Remove the
side
cover.
3. Remove the
processor fan and heat-sink
About this task
The following images indicate the location of the processor fan and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.
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Removing and installing components
before working inside your
assembly.
computer.