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HP Envy 17m-ae111dx CPU Fan Replacement

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    1. HP Envy 17m-ae111dx CPU Fan Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 1 of 1
      • Power off your laptop before beginning disassembly.

      • Place the laptop on its back.

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      • Remove the plastic covering to the Disk Reader.

      • Locate the small hole on the side of the disk reader. Insert the T5 Torx head screwdriver (or device of similar thickness) to release the covering for the disk reader.

      • If the button on the side is jammed, pry off the covering by using the iFixit Opening Tool.

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      • Unscrew all visible screws.

      • Use the T5 Torx Screwdriver and remove the four visible 6.5mm screws on the bottom of the laptop.

      • One 2.5mm screw, is located where the disk reader was once located. Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the single screw that connects the bottom cover of the laptop to the bottom frame.

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      • Pry the gripper completely off to expose the two screws.

      • Remove the 2.5mm screws under the gripper nearest to the hinge using the Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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      • Use the iFixit opening tool to pry off the back cover.

      • Ensure that you go all the way around the laptop with the tool to take it off.

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      • Use the Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the three 5.5mm screws that secure the fan.

      • Unplug the wire that is connected to the fan and move the wires so they are out of the way of the fan.

      • Remove the tape off of the fan that is holding the wires in place against the fan.

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      • Remove the fan from the laptop, ensuring the wires are properly disconnected.

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Conclusion

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

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Excellent video...extremely helpful...thank you

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