NOTE:
Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow
the steps in
Before working inside your
working inside your
computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at
www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Prerequisites
Remove the
base
cover.
Procedure
1. Open the latch and disconnect the display cable from the system board.
2. Remove the display cable from the routing guides on the fan.
3. Disconnect the fan cable from the system board.
4. Remove the three screws (M2.5x5) that secure the fan to the palm rest and keyboard board assembly.
5. Lift the fan off the palm rest and keyboard board assembly.
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Removing the fan
computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in
Removing the fan
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After