Figure 48. Installing a middle cooling fan
Next step
1
Follow the procedure listed in
Removing the right external fan
Prerequisites
WARNING:
Opening or removing the system cover when the system is on may expose you to a risk of electric shock. Exercise
utmost care while removing or installing cooling fans.
NOTE:
The procedure to remove the left external fan is similar to removing the right rear fan.
1
Follow the safety guidelines listed in
2
Remove the GPU air
3
Remove the air
shroud.
Steps
1
Disconnect the fan cable from the system board.
2
Using the Phillips #2 screwdriver, loosen the captive screws that secure the fan to the system.
3
Lift the fan away, while guiding the fan cable through the cable vent.
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Installing and removing system components
After working inside your
Safety
instructions.
shrouds.
system.