Removing The Microprocessor Cooling Fan (Mini Tower Chassis); Replacing The Microprocessor Cooling Fan (Mini Tower Chassis) - Dell Precision 330 Service Manual

Replacing the microprocessor cooling fan
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Removing the Microprocessor Cooling Fan (Mini Tower Chassis)

CAUTION: Before you perform this procedure, see
NOTICE: Before disconnecting a peripheral from the system or removing a component from the system board, verify that the standby power indicator on the
system board has turned off. To locate this indicator, see
1. Turn off the computer and peripherals, disconnect them from their electrical outlets, wait at least 5 seconds, and then
2. Rotate the power supply away from the system board.
3. Remove the airflow shroud.
4. Disconnect the fan power cable from its connector on the system board (FAN). To locate this connector, see
Label."
5. Gently pull the plastic locking tab back, and push the fan toward the right side of the chassis to disengage the four anchor tabs holding the fan to the back
chassis wall.
Removing the Microprocessor Cooling Fan (Mini Tower Chassis)
6. Lift the fan out of the chassis.

Replacing the Microprocessor Cooling Fan (Mini Tower Chassis)

To replace the microprocessor cooling fan, perform the
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"Precautionary Measures."
"System Board Components" or
removal procedure in reverse.
"Interior Service Label."
remove the computer
"System Board
cover.
Components" or "Interior Service