System fans: dell xps m2010 service manual, System fans, Removing a system fan – Dell XPS M2010 (MXP061, Mid 2006) User Manual

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System Fans: Dell XPS M2010 Service Manual

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System Fans

Dell™ XPS™ M2010 Service Manual

Removing a System Fan

Replacing a System Fan

CAUTION:

Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product

Information Guide.

NOTICE:

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. If you leave the area, ground yourself again when you return to the computer.

NOTE:

The left and right system fans are unique. They are not interchangeable.

Removing a System Fan

NOTICE:

To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery before working inside the computer.

1. Follow the instructions in

Before Working Inside Your Computer

, including removing the system battery.

2. Turn the computer over and open the display (see

Opening the Display

).

3. Detach the keyboard by grasping the sides of the keyboard and pulling it straight out from the computer base. Set the

keyboard aside.

4. Remove the cosmetic covers (see

Removing the Cosmetic Covers

).

5. Remove the top cover (see

Removing the Top Cover

).

6. Disconnect the fan cable from the system board.

1 left system fan

2 left system fan

cable

3 left system board connector

(JFAN1)

4 right system board connector

(JFAN2)

5 right system fan

cable

6 right system fan

7 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (3 per fan)

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