Service Manual

Steps

1. Remove the two screws (M2x4) that secure the I/O-board shield to the fan and palm-rest and keyboard assembly.

2. Lift the I/O-board shield off the system board.

3. Remove the screw (M2x4) that secures the fan to the system board.

4. Disconnect the fan cable from the system board.

CAUTION: Do not hold the fan assembly at the center, as it may damage the center bearing.

5. Slide the fan out of the heat sink and lift the fan off the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.

Installing the right fan

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the right fan and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Removing and installing components