Introduction

The cooling fan is a key component of a laptop. This component keeps the computer cool while operating. If the fan fails, the computer may overheat and damage components in the computer. This guide will show in-depth steps on how to safely remove a cooling fan from an HP Envy x360.

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    • Be sure the computer is powered off.

    • Remove the rubber strip along the top of the backside of the computer.

    • On the back panel of the device, remove the four (4) 2.5 mm screws at the top of the photo using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.

    • Unscrew the three (3) screws at the bottom of the photo using a T5 Torx screwdriver.

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    • To remove the back cover, use the spudger to lift up on the edges of the cover.

    • Use a suction cup to assist in lifting the back cover

    • Be sure to not damage any of the electronics on the inside.

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    • Use the Philips #0 screwdriver to remove seven 2 mm screws from battery.

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    • Lift and pull the front of the battery up and out away from the connector to remove.

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    • Using a Philips #0 screwdriver, remove the three 2 mm screws located around the cooling fan as shown in this picture.

    • The fan may have sharp edges so be careful upon removal.

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    • Remove the connector clip with the tweezers.

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    • Remove the four spring loaded screws with a Philips #1 screwdriver.

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    • Remove the cooling fan.

Conclusion

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

Fabien Perez

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