Introduction
Unplug your device from any power source and turn off your laptop before beginning.
What you need
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Use the spudger to pry off the two rubber feet near the hinge of the laptop. This will reveal two hidden 9mm screws.
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You must remove eleven screws.
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Four 9mm screws with the PH0 screwdriver.
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Seven 6mm screws with the PH0 screwdriver.
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Use the spudger to pry the corners of the laptop near the display hinges.
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Pry around the seam of the laptop with the plastic opening tool until the backing begins to pull apart.
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Use the plastic opening tool to lift the white tab up at the connection.
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Pull the cable outwards.
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Use your fingernails to slowly loosen the fan connection cable.
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After the cable is slightly pulled from the connection, grab the cable and pull it outwards.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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