Introduction
Use this guide if your computer is overheating, or if you are hearing a sound originating from the fan.
What you need
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First turn the computer over so you are looking at the back panel.
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Next locate all ten Phillips #0 3.5mm screws on the back panel that are securing it down.
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Next locate the two Phillips #0 2.5mm screws on both the top right and bottom left corner of the fan.
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After locating the screws, using the Phillips #0 screwdriver, remove the screws from the fan.
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Use the plastic opening tool to remove the cable connector from its housing which is just to the right of the fan.
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Once the cable has been removed from its housing you are free to remove the fan from the laptop.
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You can either clean the fan with a computer duster or other cleaner, or replace it with a new one.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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