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2. Pivot the drive-bay assembly upward to gain access to the fan assembly. See
Figure 32.
3. Disconnect the fan-assembly cables from the system board. See “Identifying
parts on the system board” on page 9.
Note: Make sure you note the location of the fan cables when you disconnect
the cables from the system board.
4. Remove the plastic fan insert behind the bezel by releasing the retaining tabs.
5. Install the new fan assembly and connect the fan cables to the system board.
6. Reinstall the plastic fan insert.
7. Reinstall the front bezel.
8. Go to Chapter 4, “Completing the parts replacement,” on page 39.
Figure 32. Accessing the fan assembly
36 ThinkCentre Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide