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The motherboard is attached to everything in your device, so it is an intensive process to remove it.
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Remove all of the screws on the back panel with a Phillips #000 screwdriver.
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Turn over the device and remove the two screws on the outside of the hinges.
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Use a pry tool or iFixIt Opening tool to separate the back panel from the device.
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Locate the fan and associated parts. It will be in the bottom right of the computer pictured. It is black and has an extension heading off toward the left.
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Unscrew the fan casing by using a PH1 size screwdriver head.
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Remove the black and white wires connecting the fan to the network adapter.
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Lift the fan straight out of the casing.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.