HP Chromebook 14-Q010DX Fan Replacement

Scritto Da: Kevin Piper
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HP Chromebook 14-Q010DX Fan Replacement

Difficoltà

Moderate

Passi

7

Tempo Necessario

10 - 15 minuti

Introduzione

This guide requires removal of 3x3mm screws from the fan assembly.

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    • Flip the laptop with the base of the laptop is facing you.

    • Using the #00 screwdriver, unscrew these screws.

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    • Warning! When prying open a laptop it could require some force, but it also has fragile connectors underneath. Use caution so as to avoid breaking these connectors.

    • Start from the top right corner of the laptop and work clockwise with an iFixit opening tool or spudger to pry the keyboard from the frame of the laptop.

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    • Warning! Handle the flaps and ribbon cables with care to prevent damage.

    • Gently pull the keyboard in the opposite direction of the screen, so the wires beneath are exposed.

    • Lift the black flap and pull the blue ribbon gently towards you until it is disconnected.

    • Lift the white flap and pull the blue ribbon towards you until it is disconnected.

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    • Lift keyboard slightly and remove the strip gently to prevent damaging any parts.

    • The tape has no function other than to keep the wire tucked away.

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    • Set aside the detached keyboard.

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    • Remove the 3 screws around the fan.

    • Using your fingers or the spudger, disconnect the cable connecting the fan to the motherboard.

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    • Gently remove fan.

    how do I go about taking the fan off and what do I do after that?

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    Do I need to replace my fan?

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Conclusione

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

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