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iMac Intel 27" EMC 2546 Fan Replacement

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  1. iMac Intel 27" EMC 2546 Fan Replacement, Fan: step 1, image 1 of 3 iMac Intel 27" EMC 2546 Fan Replacement, Fan: step 1, image 2 of 3 iMac Intel 27" EMC 2546 Fan Replacement, Fan: step 1, image 3 of 3
    • Use the tip of a spudger to disconnect the fan cable's connector from its socket on the logic board.

  2. iMac Intel 27" EMC 2546 Fan Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 iMac Intel 27" EMC 2546 Fan Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2
    • Peel the black tape connecting the fan to the exhaust duct back slightly.

    • Leave the tape in place on the exhaust duct, you only need to expose the joint to free the fan.

  3. iMac Intel 27" EMC 2546 Fan Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1
    • Remove three 12.4 mm T10 screws securing the fan to the rear case.

  4. iMac Intel 27" EMC 2546 Fan Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 iMac Intel 27" EMC 2546 Fan Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2
    • Remove the fan from the iMac.

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