Service Manual

Processor fan and heat-sink assembly

Removing the processor fan and heat-sink assembly

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

Before working inside your computer.

NOTE: The heat sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sufficient time for the heat sink to cool before you

touch it.

CAUTION: For maximum cooling of the processor, 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.

2. Remove the left-side cover.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the processor fan and heat-sink assembly and provides a visual representation of the

removal procedure.