Replacing the Fan
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before Working Inside Your Computer" on page 7. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 9.
For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Procedure
1Slide the tab on the fan under the heat sink and align the screw holes on the fan with the screw holes on the keyboard.
2Replace the screws that secure the fan to the keyboard.
3Connect the fan cable to the system board.
4Route the
5Connect the
Postrequisites
1Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 14.
2Replace the base cover. See "Replacing the Base Cover" on page 12.
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