Alienware Aurora R11 Service Manual

Installing the processor fan and heat-sink assembly

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

CAUTION If either the processor or the heat sink is replaced, use the thermal grease provided in the kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved.

About this task

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

Image: Installing the processor fan and heat-sink assembly

Image: Rotating the power-supply unit cage

Steps

Place the processor fan and heat-sink assembly on the processor.
Align the captive screws on the processor fan heat-sink assembly with the screw holes on the system board.
In sequential order, tighten the four captive screws that secure the processor fan and heat-sink assembly to the system board.
Connect the processor-fan cable to the system board.
Rotate the power-supply unit cage towards the chassis.
Connect the power cables to the graphics card.
Slide the power-supply unit cage release latches towards the locked position.

Next steps

Install the left-side cover.
Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

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