Dell Inspiron 2500 Factory Service Manual page 113

Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2500 Systems
1. Follow the instructions in
2. Remove the system
3. Remove the three 4-mm screws from the fan assembly.
4. Disconnect the two fan cables from the system board.
5. Pull the fan assembly away from the back-panel bracket.
NOTICE: When reconnecting the fan cables, connect the shorter cable to the connector closest to the fan
assembly. Route both cables so that they will not be pinched by the thermal cooling assembly.
RJ-11/RJ-45 Board
NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any installed
battery.
NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an
unpainted metal surface on the computer.
Removing the Protective Covers From the RJ-11 and RJ-45
Connectors
1. Follow the instructions in
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