Replacing CRUs

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Replacing the system fan

Attention

Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading the Important Product Information Guide.

  1. 1

    Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.

  2. 2

    Remove the computer cover.  For details, see Removing the computer cover.

  3. 3

    Record the routing and connection of the system fan cable, and then disconnect the cable from the system board.

  4. 4

    Replace the system fan.



    1. 1 Removing the system fan
    2. 2 Installing the system fan
  5. 5

    Connect the cable of the new system fan to the system fan connector on the system board.

  6. 6

    Reinstall the computer cover and reconnect the cables.  For details, see Completing the parts replacement.