Removing The Heat-Sink Fan - Dell OptiPlex XE Service Manual

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Heat-Sink Fan
Dell™ OptiPlex™ XE Service Manual—Desktop
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Removing the Heat-Sink Fan

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1. Follow the procedures in Before Working Inside Your
2. Release the 12V power cable from its routing clip.
3. Disconnect the heat-sink fan cable from its connector on the system board.
4. Remove the screws that secure the heat-sink fan to the heat sink assembly.
5. Remove the heat-sink fan from the computer.
Replacing the Heat-Sink Fan
To replace the heat-sink fan, perform the above steps in reverse order.
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