Figure 46. Removing and installing a cooling fan |
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1. | cooling fan (8) | 2. cooling fan power cable |
3. | cooling fan connector on system board | 4. cooling fan slot |
Next steps
1.Install the cooling fan.
Installing a cooling fan
Prerequisites
1.Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.
2.Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.
3.Remove the system top cover (front). For more information, see Removing the system top cover (front).
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
Steps
1.Hold the cooling fan by the sides with the cable end facing the system board.
2.Align the cooling fan with the slot on the chassis and slide the fan into the slot.
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