Top-chassis fan
Removing the top-chassis fan
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the left-side cover.
About this task
The following images indicate the location of the top-chassis fan and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.
Steps
1. Lay the computer on the right side.
2. Disconnect the top-chassis fan cables from the system board.
3. Remove the two screws (M3x5) that secures the top-chassis fan to the chassis.
4. Press the releasing clip of the top-chassis fan.
5. Slide and lift the top-chassis fan off the chassis.
Installing the top-chassis fan
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the left-side cover.
Removing and installing components
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