Samsung NP540U3C-A02UB Fan Replacement

ID: 149569

Description: This guide covers how to replace the fan for...

Steps:

1. Turn off the laptop and disconnect from the charging cable before beginning disassembly.
2. Place the laptop flat with its bottom facing up.

3. Remove the 1x 4mm Phillips #00 screw labeled "HDD Memory".

4. Gently release the three clips holding the HDD cover with the plastic opening tool.
5. Remove the HDD cover from the device.

6. Peel the yellow tape up so it no longer blocks the fan's wires and screw.

7. Remove the two 2.4mm Phillips #00 screws attaching the fan to the case.
8. Remove the two 6mm Phillips #00 screws attaching the fan to the case.

9. Using the plastic opening tool, gently disconnect the fan from the motherboard by unplugging the wire.

10. Remove the fan from the case.