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OptiPlex 3080 Tower Service Manual

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Installing the processor fan and heat-sink assembly

Prerequisites

NOTE: 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 image indicates the location of the processor fan and heat-sink assembly and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

This image displays the installation of the heat-sink fan assembly

Steps

  1. Align the screw holes on the processor fan and heat-sink assembly with the screw holes on the system board.
  2. Tighten the four captive screws that secure the processor fan and heat-sink assembly to the system board.
  3. Connect the processor-fan cable to the connector on the system board.

Next steps

  1. Install the fan duct.
  2. Install the side cover.
  3. Follow the procedure in after working inside your computer.

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