Inspiron 24 5420 All-in-One Owner's Manual

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Installing the 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 fan and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Figure 1. Installing the fan
Image: Installing the fan

Steps

  1. Align the screw holes on the fan with the screw holes on the display-assembly base.
  2. Replace the three screws (M2x3.5) that secure the fan to the display-assembly base.
  3. Route the fan cable through the routing post on the display-assembly base.
  4. Connect the fan cable to the system board.

Next steps

  1. Install the system-board shield.
  2. Install the I/O cover.
  3. Install the back cover.
  4. Install the stand.
  5. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

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