Replacing The Rear Fan - Gateway GM5260 Hardware Reference Manual

CHAPTER 3: Maintenance Basics

Replacing the rear fan

Tips & Tricks
You need a Phillips screwdriver to replace
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To replace the rear fan:
the rear fan.
Remove the side panel by following the instructions in
1
panel" on page
Disconnect the fan from the system board.
2
Remove the four screws on the outside of the case that secure the fan to
3
the back of the case, then remove the fan.
Place the new fan on the back of your computer, then replace the screws
4
that secure it to the back cover.
Reconnect the fan cable to the system board.
5
Replace the side panel by following the instructions in
6
panel" on page
Reconnect all external cables and the power cord.
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Turn on your computer.
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Screws
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"Removing the side
Screws
"Replacing the side