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Back-Panel Fan (V740 Only): Dell Latitude V710/V740 Service Manual
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Back-Panel Fan (V740 Only)
Dell™ Latitude™ V710/V740 Service Manual
Removing the Back-Panel Fan
NOTICE: To prevent data loss, turn off the computer before removing the back-
panel fan. Do not remove the fan while the computer is on or in a power
management mode.
NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" before performing the
following procedure.
1. Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent scratching the
computer cover.
2. Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the
computer.
NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical
outlets, and remove any installed batteries.
NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by
touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
3. Turn the computer over. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the two M2.5 x
5-mm screws from the fan cover, and place the screws in a safe location.
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