Replacing The Front Fan Assembly - Lenovo ThinkStation 1096 User Manual

8. To install a new hard disk drive enablement module, align the hole in the module with the plastic standoff
on the system board and then position the module on the corresponding connector on the system
board. Press the hard disk drive enablement module downward until it is secured in place.
Figure 33. Installing a new hard disk drive enablement module
9. Reinstall the front fan assembly. See "Replacing the front fan assembly" on page 48.
10. Reinstall the PCI card holder. See "Removing and reinstalling the PCI card holder" on page 31.
What to do next:
• To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.
• To complete the installation or replacement, go to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 57.

Replacing the front fan assembly

Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the "Important
safety information" on page v.
This section provides instructions on how to replace the front fan assembly.
To replace the front fan assembly, do the following:
1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets.
2. Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the computer cover" on page 30.
3. Remove the front bezel. See "Removing and reinstalling the front bezel" on page 31.
4. Remove the PCI card holder. See "Removing and reinstalling the PCI card holder" on page 31.
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