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Often times if a computer is overheating, the fan may not be working properly. This guide will show a user how to replace a fan that is no longer working.
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Turn off the laptop.
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Disconnect the charging cable.
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Turn the computer upside down.
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Locate the two switches that lock the battery.
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Push the right switch outwards to unlock the battery.
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Push and hold the left switch outwards to unlock the battery.
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Pull the battery away from the computer.
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Turn the laptop over so that the bottom side is facing up.
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Unscrew the five 5mm Phillips #0 screws that hold the cover in place.
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With the screws removed, insert the plastic opening tool into the groove located on the right side.
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Begin to pry up, and the plate should lift up from the body of the laptop.
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While lifting up, take the piece in one hand and pull up and to the right to fully remove the back plate.
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Carefully pull the fan's power connector from the laptop.
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Remove the three 5mm Phillips #1 screws holding the fan in place.
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Remove the fan by pulling it up and away from the computer.
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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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