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iMac Intel 21.5" EMC 2805 Fan Replacement

Prerequisite Only
This is a prerequisite-only guide! This guide is part of another procedure and isn’t meant to be used alone.

Introduction

Prereq for removing fan after the hard drive brackets.

What you need

  1. iMac Intel 21.5" EMC 2805 Fan Replacement, Fan: step 1, image 1 of 2 iMac Intel 21.5" EMC 2805 Fan Replacement, Fan: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Use the tip of a spudger to push the fan cable connector out of its socket on the logic board.

    • It is recommended to carefully push on both sides of the connector to walk it out of its socket.

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  3. iMac Intel 21.5" EMC 2805 Fan Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the following screws securing the fan to the rear enclosure:

    • Two 12.5 mm T10 screws

    • One 9.9 mm T10 screw

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  4. iMac Intel 21.5" EMC 2805 Fan Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 iMac Intel 21.5" EMC 2805 Fan Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Lift and remove the fan from the iMac.

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Conclusion

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

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