Lenovo Thinkcentre M83 SFF Fan Replacement

ID: 157678

Description: Use this guide to replace a fan inside of a...

Steps:

1. Disconnect all of the cables connected to the computer.

2. Lay the computer on its side.
3. Unscrew the 14.0 mm screw with your hands to remove the side panel.

4. To remove the side panel press the release button and slide the cover to the rear of the computer.

5. Remove the fan cover by pushing the two tabs out slightly with your hands, and lifting the cover up gently.

6. Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove four 12.0 mm screws securing the fan to the heat sink.

7. Pull the bundled fan cable away from the connector in the same direction as the individual wires are running to detach the fan from the motherboard.
8. Pull evenly on the full width of the cable so that no individual wires are overly strained.
9. Lift the fan out from the motherboard.

10. Place the new fan on top of the heat sink and position it so that it aligns with the screw holes.
11. Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to replace the four 12 mm screws that secure the fan.
12. Do not over tighten the screws.

13. Clip the new fan's cable connector into the motherboard socket by aligning the pins together and pushing down.
14. Don't jam the connector down as the pins can be damaged if they are not lined up properly.

15. Place the fan cover back on.
16. Slide the computers cover panel into place.
17. Screw the 14 mm screw back in with your hands.