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HP 14-an012nr Fan Replacement

Introduction

If your fan starts getting louder and your laptop starts to overheat it could be that you need to replace your fan. It's a simple replacement and would only need two tools a #1 Philip screwdriver and prying tools.

What you need

  1. HP 14-an012nr Fan Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 3 HP 14-an012nr Fan Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 2 of 3 HP 14-an012nr Fan Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the battery by sliding both sliders inward.

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  2. HP 14-an012nr Fan Replacement, Back Panel: step 2, image 1 of 3 HP 14-an012nr Fan Replacement, Back Panel: step 2, image 2 of 3 HP 14-an012nr Fan Replacement, Back Panel: step 2, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the eight 6 mm screws from the back panel using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

    • Remove the rubber pads from the upper corners of the laptop to reveal two screws on each side.

    • Remove six 4 mm screws using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

    • Pry the back panel off using an opening tool, working your way around the edges.

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  4. HP 14-an012nr Fan Replacement, Fan: step 3, image 1 of 3 HP 14-an012nr Fan Replacement, Fan: step 3, image 2 of 3 HP 14-an012nr Fan Replacement, Fan: step 3, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the two 3 mm screws that secure the fan.

    • Gently disconnect the power cable; it can tear easily.

    • Remove the fan.

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  5. HP 14-an012nr Fan Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 HP 14-an012nr Fan Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Clean the area where the fan was located with a clean soft cloth or cotton swab.

    • Once cleaned and free of dust place the new fan and follow the steps in reverse to rebuild the laptop.

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Conclusion

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

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