Steps1. Connect the right fan cable to the system board.2. Align the screw holes on the right fan (FAN1) with the screw holes on the system board and palm-rest and keyboard assembly.3. Replace the screw (M1.6x4) and the two screws (M2x4) that secure the right fan (FAN1) to the system board and palm-rest andkeyboard assembly.Next steps1. Install the base cover.2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.Removing the left fanPrerequisites1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.2. Remove the base cover.About this taskThe following image indicates the location of the left fan (FAN2) and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.Removing and installing components 27

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