Replacing the fan
NOTE: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow
the steps in Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After
working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/
regulatory_compliance.
Topics:
• Procedure
• Post-requisites
Procedure
1. Align the screw holes on the fan with the screw holes on the system board.
2. Replace the two screws (M2x5) securing the fan to the system board.
3. Connect the fan cable to the system board.
Post-requisites
Replace the base cover.
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