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Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement

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Time Required: 40 minutes
Difficulty: Moderate
Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement

Introduction

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If the laptop tends to overheat then the laptop fan may need to be replaced, this guide will show you how to remove the fan from the Fujitsu Lifebook S6120.

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    1. Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 3 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 2 of 3 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 3 of 3
      • To prevent injury, make sure the laptop is unplugged and turned off before removing the battery.

      • Push the two tabs in towards the laptop.

      • Lift the battery up and out from the frame of the laptop.

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    1. Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement, Hinge Cover: step 2, image 1 of 2 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement, Hinge Cover: step 2, image 2 of 2
      • Use a plastic opening tool to lift the back of the hinge cover on the left and right sides of the computer.

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    2. Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1
      • Lift the hinge cover.

      • The hinge cover is connected to the motherboard by a ribbon cable. To prevent damage, lift hinge cover slowly.

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    3. Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 3 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 3 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 4, image 3 of 3
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      • Use the tweezers to disconnect the ribbon cable from the motherboard.

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    4. Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 3 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 3 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 5, image 3 of 3
      • With the tweezers detach hinge cover cables from the motherboard.

      • Remove hinge cover.

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    1. Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement, Keyboard: step 6, image 1 of 3 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement, Keyboard: step 6, image 2 of 3 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement, Keyboard: step 6, image 3 of 3
      • Lift keyboard enough to show the ribbon cable.

      • The keyboard has a ribbon cable attached to the motherboard. Lift keyboard carefully to prevent damage.

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    2. Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 3 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 3 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 7, image 3 of 3
      • Use a plastic opening tool to release the ribbon cable from the motherboard.

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    1. Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement, PCI Adapter: step 8, image 1 of 3 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement, PCI Adapter: step 8, image 2 of 3 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement, PCI Adapter: step 8, image 3 of 3
      • Push the secure clips outward.

      • The Adapter should pop up.

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    2. Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 3 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 9, image 2 of 3 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 9, image 3 of 3
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      • Use tweezers to remove the wires from the Adapter.

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    3. Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 2 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 10, image 2 of 2
      • Take out the Adapter and carefully pull the wires out from the metal casing.

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    1. Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement, Motherboard: step 11, image 1 of 2 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement, Motherboard: step 11, image 2 of 2
      • Use a Philips head #0 to remove the 5mm screws.

      • Use a Philips head #00 to remove the 4mm screws.

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    2. Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 12, image 1 of 1
      • Lift up the plastic frame from the base to expose the ribbon attached to the motherboard.

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    3. Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 13, image 1 of 2 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 13, image 2 of 2
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      • Remove the ribbon from the motherboard with a pair of tweezers.

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    4. Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 14, image 1 of 3 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 14, image 2 of 3 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 14, image 3 of 3
      • Use a 5mm nut driver to unscrew the nuts.

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    5. Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 15, image 1 of 2 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 15, image 2 of 2
      • Pull the ribbon tab up and off the motherboard.

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    6. Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 16, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the metal plate covering the motherboard.

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    7. Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 17, image 1 of 2 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 17, image 2 of 2
      • Remove the 3.5mm screws with a Philips head #0.

      • Remove the metal bracket and other pieces that rely on it for structure.

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    8. Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 18, image 1 of 2 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 18, image 2 of 2
      • Pinch your fingers around the base of the connector and pull it out.

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    9. Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 19, image 1 of 2 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 19, image 2 of 2
      • Lift the motherboard off the plastic base.

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    1. Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement, Fan: step 20, image 1 of 3 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement, Fan: step 20, image 2 of 3 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement, Fan: step 20, image 3 of 3
      • Using a Philips head size #0 remove the 3mm screw on the back of the motherboard.

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    2. Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 21, image 1 of 3 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 21, image 2 of 3 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 21, image 3 of 3
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      • Using tweezers detach the cable from the motherboard.

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    3. Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 22, image 1 of 2 Fujitsu Lifebook S6120 Fan Replacement: step 22, image 2 of 2
      • The fan can now be removed from the motherboard.

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Conclusion

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

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