Fan: Dell™ XPS M140 Service Manualfile:///C|/Users/santhosh_v.ASIA-PACIFIC/Desktop/Hawke/New%20folder/fan0.htm[2/21/2014 11:34:01 AM]1 fan 2 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (3) 3 fan connector4 system board connectorReplacing the FanCAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in theProduct Information Guide.NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodicallytouching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer.1. Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer2. Follow the instructions in Removing the Fan.3. Align the three screw holes on the new fan with the corresponding screw holes on the system board.4. Replace the three M2.5 x 5-mm screws to secure the fan to the base of the computer.5. Connect the fan connector to the system board connector.6. Replace the palm rest (see Replacing the Palm Rest).7. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Display Assembly).8. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard).9. Replace the hinge cover (see Replacing the Hinge Cover).10. Replace the optical drive (see Replacing the Optical Drive).Back to Contents Page