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HP 17-bs049dx Fan Replacement

Introduction

Use this guide to replace the fan in your laptop.

What you need

  1. HP 17-bs049dx Fan Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • To remove the battery, simply push the tabs towards each other.

    • The battery will come out with force, be sure to keep anything fragile away from the laptop during this process.

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  2. HP 17-bs049dx Fan Replacement, Back Panel: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the four screws (13.7mm) with a Phillips #0 screwdriver.

    • Be sure to lift all four rubber tabs to access screws (7.51mm) underneath.

    • Rubber tabs will require force to access screws.

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  3. HP 17-bs049dx Fan Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Use the Philips 0 screwdriver to unscrew the screws (7.51mm) that were underneath the battery.

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  5. HP 17-bs049dx Fan Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 HP 17-bs049dx Fan Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Pull outwards on the disk reader to remove from main frame.

    • This removal will require force.

    • All screws must be removed before removing disk reader.

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  6. HP 17-bs049dx Fan Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Lift back panel to access internal components.

    • You will need to use force to pry it open.

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  7. HP 17-bs049dx Fan Replacement, Fan: step 6, image 1 of 3 HP 17-bs049dx Fan Replacement, Fan: step 6, image 2 of 3 HP 17-bs049dx Fan Replacement, Fan: step 6, image 3 of 3

    • Unscrew all four screws connecting the heatsink to the motherboard.

    • The screws holding the heat sink will not detach from the heat sink.

    • All four screws must be loosened before removing the heat sink.

    • After loosening all screws remove the heat sink and store it in a safe place.

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  8. HP 17-bs049dx Fan Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • After removing the heat sink, disconnect the cable connecting the fan to the motherboard.

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  9. HP 17-bs049dx Fan Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the old fan from the device.

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Conclusion

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

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