122 Microprocessor
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Removing the Cooling Fan/Heat-Sink Assembly and Microprocessor CAUTION: Use a wrist grounding strap as explained in
"Precautionary Measures."
CAUTION: The microprocessor and heat sink assembly can get
extremely hot. To avoid burns, be sure both have had sufficient
time to cool before you touch them.
1Disconnect the fan cable from the system board.
2Disconnect the 12-volt power cable from the system board.
3On the small mini-tower computer, rotate the airflow shroud.
Airflow Shroud Rotation—Small Mini-Tower Computer
4On the small mini-tower computer, press down on the metal securing
latches to release the securing clips from the retention base. Then lift
the clips out of the tabs on the retention base and away from the heat
sink.
1Airflow shroud
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