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| [title] Removing the CPU Cooling Fan | |
| [* blue] ***Disconnect the Fan's Power Cable***: Locate the fan's power cable connected to the motherboard. Gently unplug the cable by pulling on the wire very close to the connector perpendicular to the board. | |
| [* red] ***Unscrew the Fan***: Use a screwdriver to remove the screws that secure the cooling fan in place. There are only three screws. | |
| [* icon_note] ***Note***: Keep the screws in a safe place for reassembly. | |
| [* black] ***Remove the Fan***: Lift the cooling fan away from the CPU and motherboard. | |
| [* orange] ***Cooling bar system***: Do not remove this, yet. | |
| - | [* icon_caution] The device directly behind the fan is the cooling bar system. This is attached to the CPU on the motherboard. Make sure not to damage the system. |
| + | [* icon_caution] ***WARNING***: The device directly behind the fan is the cooling bar system. This is attached to the CPU on the motherboard. Make sure not to damage the system. |