Front Fan
The front fan sits against the front on the left side of the chassis.
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (
Preparation for Disassembly on page 31).
2. Remove the computer access panel (
Computer Access Panel on page 40).
3. Disconnect the fan control cable from the maroon system board connector labeled
CHFAN_FRONT.
4. Tilt the fan slightly toward the rear of the computer, and then lift the fan straight up and out of the
chassis.
Figure 6-30 Removing the front fan
To install the front fan, reverse the removal procedure.
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