Microprocessor: dell optiplex gx50 systems, Microprocessor – Dell OptiPlex GX50 User Manual

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Microprocessor

Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX50 Systems

Removing the Microprocessor and Cooling Fan/Heat-Sink

Assembly

CAUTION:

Use a wrist-grounding strap as explained in "

Precautionary Measures

CAUTION:

The microprocessor and heat-sink assembly can get extremely hot. To avoid burns, be sure both

have had sufficient time to cool before you touch them.

1. Disconnect the cooling fan power cable from the FAN connector on the system board.

2. On the small mini-tower computer, remove the airflow shroud as shown in the following illustration.

Airflow Shroud Removal—Small Mini-Tower Computer

1 Anchor tabs

3. Remove the cooling fan/heat-sink assembly.