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Fans
Dell™Inspiron™XPSandInspiron9100ServiceManual
The two fans are located on the bottom of the computer, one with screws labeled "F2" (fan 2) and one with screws labeled "F3" (fan 3).
To remove fan 2:
1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."
2. Turn over the computer.
3. Unscrew the two captive screws labeled "F2," lift up the fan cover, and remove it from the computer.
4. Remove the M2.5 x 6-mm screw on the fan and lift up the fan release lever.
CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual.
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such
as the back panel) on the computer.
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you begin working inside the computer.
NOTE: This fan cover comes off over the audio connectors.
1
captive screws (2)
2
fan cover
3
audio connectors