Steps
1. Remove the two (#6-32) screws from the fan assembly.
2. Move the fan assembly at an angle from the chassis.
3. Disconnect the two fan cables from the connectors on the system board.
4. Lift and remove the fan assembly from the computer.
Removing rear fan
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the rear-fan assembly.
About this task
The following images indicate the location of the front-fan cage and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.
Removing and installing components
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