5. Connect the new front I/O bracket cable to the system board.
6. Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see "Completing the parts replacement" on
page 68.
Replacing the front fan
Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Product
Information Guide.
1. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Disconnect all
power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables from the computer.
2. Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the computer cover" on page 17.
3. Remove the front bezel. See "Replacing the front bezel" on page 18.
4. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward. See "Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward and downward" on
page 19.
5. Disconnect the front fan cable from the system board.
6. Replace the front fan.
Figure 29. Removing the front fan
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Replacing hardware
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