Replacing fans: dell xps 430 service manual, Replacing fans, Replacing the processor airflow shroud assembly – Dell XPS 430 (Mid 2008) User Manual

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Replacing Fans: Dell XPS 430 Service Manual

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Replacing Fans

Dell™ XPS™ 430 Service Manual

Replacing the Processor Airflow Shroud Assembly

Replacing the Processor Fan Cage

Replacing the Processor Fan

Replacing the Card Fan

CAUTION:

Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your

computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at

www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

CAUTION:

To guard against likelihood of electric shock, laceration by moving fan blades or other

unexpected injuries, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.

Replacing the Processor Airflow Shroud Assembly

1. Follow the procedures in

Before You Begin

.

2. Remove the computer cover (see

Removing the Computer Cover

).

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.

1

processor airflow shroud

2

captive screws (2)

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 heat sink thermal interface.

3. Loosen the two captive screws securing the processor airflow shroud to the chassis, then pivot the shroud forward and

ease it out of the hinges.

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