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Chapter 3: Powering Up
3.1.4 Removing the fans
Remove the fans only when they get damaged and need to be replaced.
Power fan
The power supply fan is attached to
a metal cage. To remove the fan,
remove the two screws that secure
the cage as shown. Lift the metal
cage and fan out of the chassis. The
fan for the power supply is attached
to the connector marked FAN2.
System fan modules
To remove a system fan module,
remove the screw that secures the
module. Hold the green strap on
each end of the module and carefully
lift up the module.
PCI fan
The PCI fan is covered by a metal
cage. To remove the fan, remove the
two screws that secure the cage on
both sides. Lift the metal cage and
fan out of the chassis. The PCI fan
cable connects to the connector
FAN3 on the motherboard.
Screws