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Replacing the Processor

Heat-Sink Fan

WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/ regulatory_compliance.

Procedure

1Align the screw holes on the processor heat-sink fan with the screw holes on the chassis.

2Tighten the captive screws that secure the processor heat-sink fan to the chassis.

3Connect the processor heat-sink fan cable to the connector on the system board.

Postrequsites

1Replace the compartment door. See "Replacing the Compartment Door" on page 15.

2Replace the battery pack. See "Replacing the Battery Pack" on page 13.

3Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11.

Replacing the Processor Heat-Sink Fan

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