Introduction
This guide will instruct a user on how to remove the fan in order to replace a potentially faulty piece of hardware. Be sure the device is turned off and disconnected from all power sources.
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Use the nylon spudger to remove the rubber pads near the hinge of the screen, then remove the screws under the pads.
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Use the Phillips #0 to remove four 9mm screws.
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Use the Phillips #0 to remove seven 6mm screws.
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Use the nylon spudger to pry the back casing near the hinges for the screen.
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Continue to pry along the edge of the back case until the back is ready to be removed.
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Use the blue plastic opening tool to lift up on the white tab that is holding the cable in place on the motherboard.
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Now carefully pull the cable out of place and remove the entire back casing.
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Remove the five 6mm screws that hold the battery in place using the Phillips #0.
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Use the nylon spudger to pry away the blue/white wire that is positioned near your battery.
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Disconnect the battery cable from the motherboard by carefully pulling on the black wire at the point closest to the white tab.
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Use the Phillips #0 to remove the two 3mm screws holding the fan in place.
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Use the plastic opening tool to slowly loosen the connection cable.
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Once the connector is loose enough, grab the cable and carefully pull it free from your device.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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