Figure 28. Removing and installing a cooling fan
1. cooling fan 2. power cable connector
3. cooling-fan bracket
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Removing the cooling shroud
Installing a cooling fan
Prerequisites
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only
perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as
directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that came with the product.
1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.
2. Remove the cooling shroud.
Steps
1. Facing the front of the system, lower the fan into the cooling-fan bracket.
NOTE: When aligned correctly, the fan cable is on the left of the fan.
2. Connect the fan's power cable to the power cable connector on the system board as applicable.
3. Install the cooling shroud.
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