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Introduction

If your HP 250 G7 is overheating, shutting down unexpectedly, or the fan is making grinding, rattling, or unusually loud noises, the cooling fan may need to be replaced. A failing fan can lead to thermal throttling and long‑term damage to internal components, so addressing it early is important.

Before starting this repair, check the HP 250 G7 Troubleshooting pages to confirm that the fan is the source of the issue.

Power off the laptop
Disconnect anything plugged into the laptop

Safety Warnings

Disconnect the battery before touching internal components
Avoid static discharge
Do not use metal pry tools
Handle the fan by the edges

Fan Specs:

Fan Model: L20474‑001
Type: CPU Cooling Fan (4‑pin) Voltage: 5V Current: 0.35A (typical) Wattage: 2.25–2.5W RPM: ~2960–3500
HP Part Number: L20474‑001
Regulatory Part Numbers: DC28000L8D0
Product Code: L20474‑001_V1

What you need

Step 1 Lower Case

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Unplug the charger and all peripheries. Shut down the laptop before beginning disassembly.
Flip the laptop so its underside is facing up.
Use a hair dryer to lightly heat the rubber feet.
Use a spudger to lift and remove the rubber feet.
If you intend to reuse the feet, take care not to tear or warp the rubber feet during removal. Reapply adhesive during reinstallation.

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Step 2

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Remove the eleven 9 mm-long Phillips #1 screws securing the lower case.

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Step 3

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Insert an opening pick or opening tool into the seam between the lower case and palm rest assembly.
Slide the opening pick around the entire perimeter, while prying every couple of centimeters to release the retaining clips.
Remove the lower case.

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Step 4 Battery

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Remove the three 8 mm-long Phillips #1 screws securing the battery.

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Step 5

Lift the battery up and away from the connector.
Remove the battery.

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Step 6 Cooling Fan

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Slide the fan connector directly out of its motherboard socket.
Remove the 6 mm-long Phillips #1 screw that holds the fan in place.

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Step 7

Lift the fan away from the computer.
Be careful with wires around the fan.
Make sure to keep note of the placement of the wires to remember how it's put back together.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
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