Dell Inspiron One 2305 (Mid 2010) - Manual (Page 53)

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MXM-Assembly Fan (Optional)
Dell™ Inspiron™ One 2305/2310 Service Manual
Removing the MXM-Assembly Fan
Replacing the MXM-Assembly Fan
Removing the MXM-Assembly Fan
1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin .
2. Remove the back cover (see Removing the Back Cover ).
3. Follow the instructions from step 2 to step 5 in Removing the Front Stand .
4. Remove the system-board shield (see Removing the System-Board Shield ).
5. Disconnect the MXM-assembly fan cable from the connector (MXM FAN) on the system board.
6. Remove the two screws that secure the MXM-assembly fan to the hex nut screws.
7. Carefully peel the silver foil from the MXM-assembly heat sink.
8. Lift the MXM-assembly fan along with its cable away from the system board.
Replacing the MXM-Assembly Fan
1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin .
2. Align the screw holes on the MXM-assembly fan with the screw holes screw holes on the hex nut screw.
3. Adhere the silver foil to the MXM-assembly heat sink.
4. Replace the two screws that secure the MXM-assembly fan to the system board.
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: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™
is not covered by your warranty.
CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal
surface (such as a connector on your computer).
NOTE: The appearance of the system board may vary based on your computer model.
1 MXM-assembly fan 2 screws (2)
3 MXM-assembly fan cable