HP 17-bs049dx Fan Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide

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Introduction

Use this guide to replace the fan in your laptop.

What you need

1. Step 1 Battery
  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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1. Step 2 Back Panel
  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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2. Step 3
  Use the Philips 0 screwdriver to unscrew the screws (7.51mm) that were underneath the battery.
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4. Step 4
  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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5. Step 5
  Lift back panel to access internal components.
  
  You will need to use force to pry it open.
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1. Step 6 Fan
  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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2. Step 7
  After removing the heat sink, disconnect the cable connecting the fan to the motherboard.
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3. Step 8
  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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