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If your device is frequently overheating or making excessive noise, especially during compute intensive tasks, it may be due to a malfunctioning or dirty fan. This guide will show you how to replace the fan in the HP EliteBook 8530w laptop in the hopes of alleviating these issues.
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Turn the laptop off then place it down so that the back is facing up.
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Slide the battery release switch to the left and hold it there.
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Pull the battery away upward and away from the laptop while continuing to hold the release switch.
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Unscrew the two screws from the center panel with a Phillips #00 screwdriver.
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Flip the laptop over then open the lid.
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Slide the four tabs at the top of the keyboard towards you with your finger.
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Wedge a finger or spudger in the top corner of the keyboard and hinge it forward to reveal the backside.
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Use a Torx TR7 screwdriver to remove the three screws holding down the fan.
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Gently remove the fan connector that plugs into the motherboard.
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Remove the fan.
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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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