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Removal and Replacement
Service Manual
3. Disconnect the 2 fan cables from the motherboard.
4. Remove the 4 retaining M2.0×5.0mm screws in the “1,” “2,” “3,” “4” sequence stamped
on the heat sink.
5. Lift up on the heat sink (with fan).
Figure 2-27. Removing the Heat Sink (with Fan)
HP Pavilion 5x00,
HP Compaq nx9010 and nx9008,
and Compaq Presario 2500 Models
CAUTION:
Do not spin the fan blades with your finger or you could damage the fan’s bearings.
Reassembly Notes
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If the thermal pad is damaged, use a sharp knife or scraper to carefully remove it from the
heat sink, and then attach a new thermal pad.
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Install the heat sink screws in this order:
1. Install all 4 screws lightly.
2. Fully tighten the screws in the order stamped on the heat sink.