Removing the system fan
Steps
1. Follow the procedure in Before Working Inside Your Computer.
2. Remove the:
a. cover
b. front bezel
c. hard drive assembly
d. optical drive
3. To remove the system fan:
a. Disconnect the system fan cable from the system board [1].
b. Slide the fan grommets toward the slot on the back wall [2].
c. Lift the fan away from the computer. [3]
Installing the system fan
Steps
1. Place the system fan in the computer.
2. Pass the grommets through the chassis and slide outward along the groove to secure it in place.
3. Connect the system fan cable to the system board.
4. Install the:
a. optical drive
b. hard drive assembly
c. front bezel
d. cover
5. Follow the procedure in After Working Inside Your Computer.
Removing the heat sink assembly
Steps
1. Follow the procedure in Before Working Inside Your Computer.
2. Remove the:
a. cover
b. front bezel
c. fan duct
Removing and installing components
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