Removing The Fan - Dell Inspiron 2100 Manual

Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100
NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and
remove any installed batteries.
NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching
an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
NOTICE: Read
following procedure.

Removing the Fan

1. Remove the keyboard
2. Remove the display
3. Remove the keyboard
4. Remove the palm rest
5. Carefully disconnect the fan wire connector from the system board.
The male connector on the fan wire is keyed to fit into the female connector one way only.
6. Remove the two M2 x 8-mm screws, with two rubber washers each, that secure the fan
to the bottom case assembly.
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