Dell Alienware M17x R3 (Early 2011) - Manual (Page 37)

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Processor Heat-Sink Fan
WARNING: 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.
WARNING: The processor heat sink may be very hot during normal operation.
Ensure that it has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.
CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your
computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by
your warranty.
CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a
connector on your computer).
CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery
(see "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 13) before working inside the computer.
Removing the Processor Heat-Sink Fan
1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2 Remove the battery pack (see "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 13).
3 Remove the compartment door (see "Removing the Compartment Door"
on page 15).
4 Disconnect the processor heat-sink fan cable from the connector on the
system board.
5 Loosen the three captive screws that secure the processor heat-sink fan to
the chassis.
6 Lift the processor heat-sink fan along with the cable away from the chassis.