Alienware M17X R4 Laptop User Manual


 
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Replacing the Processor
Heat-Sink Fan
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety
information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in
"Before You Begin" on page 9. For additional safety best practices
information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/
regulatory_compliance.
Procedure
1 Align the screw holes on the processor heat-sink fan with the screw holes on the
chassis.
2 Tighten the captive screws that secure the processor heat-sink fan to the chassis.
3 Connect the processor heat-sink fan cable to the connector on the system board.
Postrequsites
1 Replace the compartment door. See "Replacing the Compartment Door" on page 15.
2 Replace the battery pack. See "Replacing the Battery Pack" on page 13.
3 Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11.
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