• To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 71.
Replacing the thermal sensor
Attention:
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Important safety information”
on page v.
This section provides instructions on how to replace the thermal sensor.
To replace the thermal sensor, do the following:
1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer. Then, disconnect
all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
2. Place a soft, clean towel or cloth on the desk or surface. Hold the sides of your computer and gently lay
it down so that the screen is against the surface and the cover is facing up.
3. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 42.
4. Locate the thermal sensor. See “Locating components” on page 15.
5. Note the routing of the thermal sensor cable and then disconnect the thermal sensor cable from the
system board.
6. Remove the screws 1 that secure the VESA mount bracket and then lift the VESA mount bracket
off the chassis.
Figure30. Removing the VESA mount bracket
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