3.Remove the three M2.5×4.0mm retaining screws.

4.Lift up on the heat sink (with fan), and then disconnect the fan cable from the motherboard.

Figure 2-26. Removing the Heat Sink (with Fan)

HP Pavilion ze4x00, HP nx9005 and nx9000,

Compaq Evo Notebook N1050v and N1010v, and

Compaq Presario 2100 and 1100 Models

CAUTION: Do not spin the fan blades with your finger or you could damage the fan’s bearings.

Reassembly Notes

•If the thermal pad is damaged, use a sharp knife or scraper to carefully remove it from the heat sink, and then attach a new thermal pad.

•Install the heat sink screws in this order:

1.Install all 3 screws lightly.

2.Fully tighten the screws in the order marked on the heat sink.

Service Manual

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