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Step 7.
To install the new microprocessor fan assembly:
a.
Line up the new microprocessor fan assembly with the heat-sink and secure it to the heat-sink
with 4 screws.
b.
Connect the microprocessor fan power cable to the connector on the board.
Step 8.
Reattach the computer cover.
Replacing the rear system fan
To replace the system fan:
Step 1.
Remove any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating
system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices.
Step 2.
Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets.
Step 3.
Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O)
cables, and any other cables that are connected to the computer. Refer to "Left and right view" and
"Rear view" for help with locating the various connectors.
Step 4.
Remove the computer cover. Refer to "Removing the computer cover".
Step 5.
Disconnect the fan power cable from the connector on the motherboard.
Step 6.
The system fan is locked to the computer case via plastic screw, use a knife cut off the plastic
locking screws, then pull the rear system fan assembly out of computer case.
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Replacing hardware
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