Dell XPS 720 (Mid 2007) - Manual (Page 128)

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Removing and Installing Parts
Processor Airflow Shroud
CAUTION:
Before you perform this procedure, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information
Guide.
Removing the Processor Airflow Shroud Assembly
1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 85.
2 Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 86).
CAUTION:
The processor heat sink can get very hot during normal operation. Be sure that the heat sink has had
sufficient time to cool before you touch it.
3 Disconnect the fan cable from the FAN1_CPU connector on the system board (see "System Board
Components" on page 89).
NOTICE:
The processor heat sink is attached to the processor airflow shroud. When you remove the airflow
shroud, lay it upside down or on its side to avoid damaging the heatsink thermal interface.
4 Loosen the captive screws securing the processor airflow shroud to the chassis, then rotate the shroud
back.
5 Lift the processor airflow shroud out of the computer, and then set it aside.
1 processor airflow shroud 2 captive screws (2)
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