Dell XPS 17 9700 Service Manual - Page 32

Installing the left fan

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Steps 1. Remove the screw (M1.6x4) and the two screws (M2x4) that secure the left fan (FAN2) to the system board and palm-rest and keyboard assembly. CAUTION: Do not hold the fan assembly at the center, as it may damage the center bearing. 2. Disconnect the left fan cable from the system board. 3. Lift the left fan (FAN2) off the palm-rest and keyboard assembly. Installing the left fan Prerequisites If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure. About this task The following image indicates the location of the left fan (FAN2) and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure. 32 Removing and installing components

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Steps
1.
Remove the screw (M1.6x4) and the two screws (M2x4) that secure the left fan (FAN2) to the system board and palm-rest
and keyboard assembly.
CAUTION:
Do not hold the fan assembly at the center, as it may damage the center bearing.
2.
Disconnect the left fan cable from the system board.
3.
Lift the left fan (FAN2) off the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
Installing the left fan
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the left fan (FAN2) and provides a visual representation of the installation
procedure.
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Removing and installing components