Dell Studio XPS 8100 - Fans; Chassis Fan; Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly

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 Fans
Dell™StudioXPS™8100ServiceManual
Chassis Fan
Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly
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Chassis Fan
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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 four screws that secure the chassis fan to the chassis.
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5. Slide and lift the chassis fan away from the computer as shown in the illustration.
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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. Align the screw holes in the chassis fan with the screw holes in the chassis.
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.
WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)
removed.
CAUTION: Onlyacertifiedservicetechnicianshouldperformrepairsonyourcomputer.DamageduetoservicingthatisnotauthorizedbyDell™
is not covered by your warranty.
CAUTION: Do not touch the fan blades when you are removing the chassis fan. This could damage the fan.
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screws (4)
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chassis fan