System fans, Removing the system fans, Installing the system fans – Dell OptiPlex 760 User Manual
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Dell™ OptiPlex™ 760 Service Manual
System Fans
Removing the System Fans
1.
Follow the procedures in
Working on Your Computer
.
2.
Remove the cover of your computer (see
Removing the Computer Cover
).
3.
Remove the fan shroud by lifting the fan shroud up and away from the computer.
4.
Facing the back of the computer, remove the four screws that secure the system-board sled to the computer chassis.
5.
Slide the system-board sled towards the back of the computer and lift it up and away from the computer chassis.
6.
Disconnect the fan cables from the system board.
7.
To remove the front fan, press the fan release tab and slide the fan away from the memory modules.
8.
To remove the back fan, press the fan release tab and slide the fan away from the drives.
Installing the System Fans
1.
To replace the fan, follow the removal procedures in the reverse order.
2.
Replace the computer cover (see
Replacing the Computer Cover
).
3.
Turn on the computer.
WARNING:
Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
CAUTION:
To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of
your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis.
1
back fan release tab
2
back fan power cable
3
front fan release tab
4
front fan power cable