Dell Studio XPS 435T / 9000 (Early 2009) - Manual (Page 22)

11. Connect the processor fan and heat sink assembly cable to the connector (CPUFAN1) on the system board (see System Board Components ).
12. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover ).
13. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
Replacing the Front Fan
1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin .
2. Remove the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover ).
3. Disconnect the fan cable from the fan connector (SYSFAN2) on the system board (see System Board Components ).
4. Press the tabs and pull the fan away from the front of the computer.
5. Lift the fan out of the computer, and set it aside.
6. To replace the fan follow the steps in reverse order.
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CAUTION: Do not touch the fan blades when you are removing the front fan. This could damage the fan.
1 tabs (2) 2 front fan
3 front fan cable