Fans; Removing The Fan; Installing The Fan - Dell P121G Service Manual

Fans

Removing the fan

Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the base cover.
About this task
The following images indicate the location of the fans and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.
Steps
1. Peel off the tape that secures the I/O-board cable to the fan.
2. Lift the mylar that covers the fan screw on the system board.
3. Remove the two screws (M2x3) that secure the fan to the system board.
4. Disconnect the fan cable from the system board.
5. Lift the fan off the system board.

Installing the fan

Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
About this task
The following images indicate the location of the fans and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.
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