Fan
Removing the fan
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the base cover.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the fan and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.
Steps
1. Peel back the tape that secures the I/O daughter-board cable to the fan.
2. Disconnect the fan cable from the connector on the system board.
3. Remove the two screws (M2x3) that secure the fan to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
4. Lift the fan off the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
Installing the fan
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the fan and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.
Removing and installing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs)
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