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This guide will explain how to locate and replace the fan inside of the Asus X501A-RH31 laptop. This replacement guide will fix the cooling aspect of the computer.
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Turn the laptop over so that the back is facing upwards.
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To unlock the left tab, make sure the tab on the left has red showing.
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To unlock the right tab, push the right slider to the left with one hand.
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Push the battery out with the other hand.
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Using the Phillips #00 screwdriver unscrew all nine screws from the bottom of the laptop, as well as the additional two screws inside the battery compartment.
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Turn the laptop over and open the top so the keyboard is facing you.
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Pry off the keyboard cover on the edge using the plastic opening tool.
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Start from one side. Once it is lose, carry out the same procedure on the front and other side.
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Slowly lift the keyboard upward, but do not remove completely.
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Remove the two data cables that attach the keyboard to the motherboard.
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Use tweezers to pull the white plastic piece up that is attached to the data cable.
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Repeat this process for the big black cable as well.
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Unscrew the three screws using the Phillips #00 screwdriver.
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Unscrew the three screws on the left hand side of the big motherboard.
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This will loosen the motherboard, which will allow for better access to the cables in the next step.
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Remove the connector cable attached to the bottom of the motherboard.
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Take the black plastic spudger and press down on the lower half of the white plastic piece to remove the connector cable.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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