Dell Inspiron 9100 Fan 3 Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide

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Introduction

This guide requires a Phillips #00 screwdriver

What you need

1. Step 1 Battery
  Unplug the laptop from the power adapter and turn the power off.
  
  Failure to unplug laptop before proceeding could result in risk of electric shock!
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3. Step 2
  Slide the battery-lock tab and hold.
  
  Flip the battery away from the chassis to remove it.
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1. Step 3 Fan 3
  Undo the two screws on the fan cover plate labeled "F3", they will remain in the panel.
  
  These screws will remain in the panel
  
  Lift up on the side of the fan nearest the screws to release the fan module
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Conclusion

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

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