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HP 17-x173dx CPU Cooling Fan Replacement

What you need

  1. HP 17-x173dx CPU Cooling Fan Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 2 HP 17-x173dx CPU Cooling Fan Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 2 of 2
    • Begin by sliding the left tab to the unlock position

  2. HP 17-x173dx CPU Cooling Fan Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
    • Push each of the two tabs in the direction specified by the picture.

  3. HP 17-x173dx CPU Cooling Fan Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 3 HP 17-x173dx CPU Cooling Fan Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 3 HP 17-x173dx CPU Cooling Fan Replacement: step 3, image 3 of 3
    • Slide and hold the right tab to the left, while gently pushing out the battery with your thumbs

  4. HP 17-x173dx CPU Cooling Fan Replacement, CPU Cooling Fan: step 4, image 1 of 2 HP 17-x173dx CPU Cooling Fan Replacement, CPU Cooling Fan: step 4, image 2 of 2
    • Use a spudger or Jimmy to lift the plastic back cover starting from the back right side near the vents.

    • Remove the back cover of the device by continuing to lift the plastic around the entire perimeter of the device.

  5. HP 17-x173dx CPU Cooling Fan Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 3 HP 17-x173dx CPU Cooling Fan Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 3 HP 17-x173dx CPU Cooling Fan Replacement: step 5, image 3 of 3
    • Using the Phillips #0 screwdriver, unscrew four heat-sink screws (These will unscrew, but will stay attached to the heat-sink), and one screw towards the top.

    • Disconnect the power cable.

  6. HP 17-x173dx CPU Cooling Fan Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 HP 17-x173dx CPU Cooling Fan Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2
    • Remove the CPU cooling fan.

Conclusion

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

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