Removing rear system-fan
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the left-side cover.
3. Remove the rear system-fan assembly.
About this task
The following images provide a visual representation of the rear system-fan removal procedure.
Steps
1. Release the fan cover from the slots on the fan bracket.
2. Remove the fan cover from the fan bracket.
3. Unroute the fan cable from the routing clip on the fan bracket.
4. Remove the fan cable from the slot on the fan bracket.
5. Lift and remove the fan along with the cable away from the fan bracket.
NOTE: Follow the same steps to remove the second fan.
Installing the rear system-fan
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
About this task
The following images provide a visual representation of the rear system-fan installation procedure.
Steps
1. Insert the fan cable through the slot on the fan bracket.
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Removing and installing components