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MXM-Assembly Fan (Optional)

Dell™ Inspiron™ One 2305/2310 Service Manual

Removing the MXM-Assembly Fan

Replacing the MXM-Assembly Fan

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CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by your warranty.

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Removing the MXM-Assembly Fan

1.Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.

2.Remove the back cover (see Removing the Back Cover).

3.Follow the instructions from step 2 to step 5 in Removing the Front Stand.

4.Remove the system-board shield (see Removing the System-Board Shield).

5.Disconnect the MXM-assembly fan cable from the connector (MXM FAN) on the system board.

6.Remove the two screws that secure the MXM-assembly fan to the hex nut screws.

7.Carefully peel the silver foil from the MXM-assembly heat sink.

8.Lift the MXM-assembly fan along with its cable away from the system board.

NOTE: The appearance of the system board may vary based on your computer model.

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MXM-assembly fan

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screws (2)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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MXM-assembly fan cable

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Replacing the MXM-Assembly Fan

1.Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.

2.Align the screw holes on the MXM-assembly fan with the screw holes screw holes on the hex nut screw.

3.Adhere the silver foil to the MXM-assembly heat sink.

4.Replace the two screws that secure the MXM-assembly fan to the system board.

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Dell IO2305-543MSL manual MXM-Assembly Fan Optional, Removing the MXM-Assembly Fan, Replacing the MXM-Assembly Fan