Dell Studio XPS 435T / 9000 - Replacing Fans; Replacing the Chassis Fan

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 Replacing Fans
DellStudioXPS™435T/9000ServiceManual
Replacing the Chassis Fan
Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly
Replacing the Front Fan
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Replacing 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 Replacing the Computer Cover).
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3. Disconnect the chassis fan cable from the fan connector (SYSFAN1) on the system board (see System Board Components).
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4. Remove the four screws securing the chassis fan.
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5. Lift the chassis fan away from the computer.
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6. To replace the chassis fan, slide it in place towards the back of the computer.
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7. Replace the four screws that secure the chassis fan.
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8. Connect the chassis fan cable to the fan connector (SYSFAN1) on the system board (see System Board Components).
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9. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).
Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
CAUTION: Do not touch the fan blades when you are removing the chassis fan. This could damage the fan.
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chassis fan cable
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screws (4)