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Gateway SA1 Cooling Fan Replacement

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    1. Gateway SA1 Cooling Fan Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1
      • Move the latch to the right of the battery to unlock.

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    2. Gateway SA1 Cooling Fan Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
      • Slide the latch on the left directly below the battery to unlock and pull out the battery as shown.

      • The latch must be held in position to remove the battery.

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    1. Gateway SA1 Cooling Fan Replacement, Cooling Fan: step 3, image 1 of 2 Gateway SA1 Cooling Fan Replacement, Cooling Fan: step 3, image 2 of 2
      • Unscrew the indicated Philips screw.

      • Screw cannot be completely removed from cover.

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    2. Gateway SA1 Cooling Fan Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1
      • Use the spudger to pry open the cover.

      • There will be three tabs on each side except for the side with the screw.

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    3. Gateway SA1 Cooling Fan Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 2 Gateway SA1 Cooling Fan Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 2
      • Unscrew the six indicated Philips screws.

      • These screws cannot be completely removed from the cooling fan component.

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    4. Gateway SA1 Cooling Fan Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1
      • Unplug the shown cable attaching the cooling fan to the computer.

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    5. Gateway SA1 Cooling Fan Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1
      • You are now able to remove the cooling fan.

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Conclusion

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

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