XPS 8960 Service Manual

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Removing the processor fan and heat-sink assembly (65 W, air cooling)

Prerequisites

  1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
  2. Remove the left-side cover.

About this task

NOTE:The heat sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sufficient time for the heat sink to cool before you touch it.
NOTE:For maximum cooling of the processor, do not touch the heat-transfer areas on the heat sink. The oils in your skin can reduce the heat-transfer capability of the thermal grease.
NOTE:This procedure only applies for computers that are shipped with a 65 W processor.
NOTE:This procedure also includes the specific rear-chassis fan that is installed on your computer with the use of the processor fan and heat-sink assembly (65 W, air cooling).

The following images indicate the location of the processor fan and heat-sink assembly (65 W, air cooling) and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Removing the processor fan and heat-sink assembly (65 W, air cooling)

Steps

  1. Place the computer on its side with the left side facing up.
  2. In sequential order (1>2>3>4), loosen the four captive screws that secure the processor fan and heat sink assembly to the system board.
  3. Disconnect the processor-fan cable from the system board.
  4. Lift the processor fan and heat-sink assembly from the system board.

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