Replacing The Pci Fan; Procedure; Post-Requisites - Dell Alienware Area-51 R5 Service Manual

Replacing the PCI fan

NOTE: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the
steps in Before working inside your
inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at
regulatory_compliance.

Procedure

1. Align the tabs on the PCI-fan with the slots on the chassis and slide the fan until it snaps into position.
2. Replace the screw (M3x5.25) that secure the PCI fan to the chassis.
3. Connect the PCI-fan cable to the connector on the system board.

Post-requisites

1. Replace the left and right side-panels. See
2. Replace the stability foot.
computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in
"Replacing the side panels".
After working
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