Dell Inspiron 580S - Removing the Chassis Fan; Replacing the Chassis Fan

Removing the Chassis Fan
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1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
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2. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).
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3. Disconnect the chassis fan cable from the system board connector (see System Board Components).
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4. Remove the screw that secures the chassis fan to the chassis.
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5. Slide the chassis fan towards the front of the computer and lift it out.
Replacing the Chassis Fan
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1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
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2. Align the top and the bottom tabs on the chassis fan with the projections in the chassis, and slide the chassis fan towards the back of the computer.
CAUTION: Do not touch the fan blades when you are removing the chassis fan. This could damage the fan.
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screw
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chassis fan