Dell Inspiron Zino (300, Late 2009) - Manual (Page 12)

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Graphics-Card Fan (Inspiron 400 Only)
Dell™ Inspiron™ 300/400 Service Manual
Removing the Graphics-Card Fan
Replacing the Graphics-Card Fan
Removing the Graphics-Card Fan
1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin .
2. Remove the bottom cover (see Removing the Bottom Cover ).
3. Remove the graphics-card heat sink (see Removing the Graphics-Card Heat Sink ).
4. Remove the two screws that secure the graphics-card fan to the system board.
5. Lift the graphics-card fan out of the computer.
Replacing the Graphics-Card Fan
1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin .
2. Align the screw holes on the graphics-card fan with the screw holes on the system board. Replace the two screws that secure the graphics-card fan to
the system board.
3. Replace the graphics-card heat sink (see Replacing the Graphics-Card Heat Sink ).
4. Replace the bottom cover (see Replacing the Bottom Cover ).
5. Connect your computer and all attached devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
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WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™
is not covered by your warranty.
CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal
surface (such as a connector on your computer).
1 screws (2) 2 graphics-card fan
CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may
result in damage to the computer.