Front Fan Assembly
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Preparation for Disassembly on page 32).
2. Remove the access panel (
Access Panel on page 32).
3. Remove the front bezel (
Front Bezel on page 34).
4. Remove the baffle (
Baffle on page 67).
5. Disconnect the fan cable from the system board (CH FAN1, P9).
6. On the front of the computer, press the left and bottom tabs to disengage the fan assembly from
the chassis.
Figure 5-46 Removing the chassis fan
7. Lift the assembly out of the chassis.
To install the chassis fan, reverse the removal procedure. Be sure to orient the air flow into the unit.
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