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Gateway NE52214U Fan Replacement

Introduction

Is your computer making loud noises and taking longer than normal to boot? Consider using this guide to replace the cooling fan in your device.

What you need

    1. Gateway NE52214U Fan Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1

      • Make sure to power down and turn off the laptop before proceeding with this guide.

      • Flip over the laptop.

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    2. Gateway NE52214U Fan Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Gateway NE52214U Fan Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

      • Slide the tab to the left and hold the tab there.

      • While holding down the sliding tab, remove the battery from the device.

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    1. Gateway NE52214U Fan Replacement, Upper Case: step 3, image 1 of 2 Gateway NE52214U Fan Replacement, Upper Case: step 3, image 2 of 2

      • After removing the battery, remove 15 7mm screws using the Phillip #1 Screwdriver.

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    3. Gateway NE52214U Fan Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

      • Flip over the laptop and open it so the screen is facing you.

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    4. Gateway NE52214U Fan Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

      • Lift the upper case cover off of the device. Use a prying tool along the edges if necessary.

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    1. Gateway NE52214U Fan Replacement, Motherboard: step 6, image 1 of 1

      • Remove the twelve 3mm screws using the Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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      • Gently lift and remove the motherboard off of device.

      • This will also remove the fan from the device but it will remain attached to the motherboard.

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    1. Gateway NE52214U Fan Replacement, Fan: step 8, image 1 of 1

      • Remove the four 3mm screws attaching the fan to motherboard using the Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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    2. Gateway NE52214U Fan Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 2 Gateway NE52214U Fan Replacement: step 9, image 2 of 2

      • Gently lift the fan and disconnect the fan from the motherboard.

      • Remove the fan from the device.

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Conclusion

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

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