Manuals

Heat Exchanger/Fan Removal: Dell™ Inspiron™ 7000

To remove the heat exchanger/fan, follow these steps:

1. Remove the (2) 5-mm screws securing the heat exchanger.
2. Disconnect the fan cable from connector JP17 on the system board.
3. Remove the heat exchanger/fan.
4. Inspect the 2 thermal pads on the bottom of the heat exchanger and replace them if necessary.

To remove the heat exchanger/fan without removing the palmrest assembly, follow these steps.

1. Remove the (2) 5-mm screws securing the heat exchanger.
2. Disconnect the fan cable from connector JP17 on the system board.
3. Lift the heat exchanger and rotate it upward.
4. Slide the heat exchanger/fan toward the front of the computer until the fan is completely clear of the overhanging palmrest plastic.
5. Lift the heat exchanger/fan out at an angle.
6. Inspect the 2 thermal pads on the bottom of the heat exchanger and replace them if necessary.

When reinstalling the heat exchanger/fan, be sure to reconnect the fan cable to JP17; if you have an internal modem, there is an identical connector (JP2) next to JP17.