Introduction

This guide covers how to replace the fans in a Dell Precision 7560 laptop. The fans are responsible for maintaining the laptop's internal temperature. A poorly functioning fan means a poorly functioning laptop, so keeping the fans spick and span, free from dust and grime is a sure way to keep performance high, Caution is required when pulling connecting wires throughout the process.

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    • The screws holding the back cover in place can not be removed.

    • Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to loosen the the eight 5 mm captive screws in the bottom cover.

    • Remove the back cover by lifting at the corners.

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    • The screws holding the fan in place cannot be fully removed.

    • Loosen the eight captive screws that secure the fan assembly.

    • Each screw is numbered in the order that they should be loosened.

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    • Locate connecter cable and pull lightly until it is removed.

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    • Gently pull the first fan connector from the head until it is removed.

    • The thin wire is prone to damage. Exercise extra caution during removal.

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    • Gently pull the second fan connector from the head until it is removed.

    • The thin wire is prone to damage. Exercise extra caution during removal.

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    • Lifting from the bottom, carefully remove the laptop's fans.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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