Dell Inspiron 15-7547 CPU Fan Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide

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Introduction

The CPU fan makes sure your CPU does not overheat. This guide shows the process of removing the CPU fan from the Dell Inspiron 15-7547.

What you need

1. Step 1 Bottom Cover
  Before you begin, be sure to turn off your laptop and unplug it from the outlet.
  
  Close the display and flip the laptop on its back.
  
  Loosen the ten 5.0 mm-long Phillips #0 screws.
  
  The four screws marked with orange will remain captive to the cover.
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2. Step 2
  Use a spudger to pry up and loosen the back cover.
  
  Remove the back cover.
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1. Step 3 CPU Fan
  Remove the two 5.0 mm-long Philips #0 screws from the fan.
  
  The screw marked in orange will remain captive to the fan.
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2. Step 4
  Disconnect the wire that connects the fan to the motherboard. This can be found under the flap directly to the left of the fan.
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3. Step 5
  Lift the fan out of the chassis.
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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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