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HP 14-fq1025nr Fan Replacement

Introduction

In this guide, you will learn how to remove a HP 14-fq1025nr fan and replace it with a new one. The fan is used to cool the computer down when it is processing data. A faulty fan can result in the computer overheating and may cause it to either slow down or shut down. For additional information and help with troubleshooting the fan, refer to our troubleshooting page.

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  1. HP 14-fq1025nr Fan Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Flip the laptop upside down so the bottom cover is facing up.

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  2. HP 14-fq1025nr Fan Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
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    • Use a pair of tweezers to grab and pull the feet off of the cover.

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  3. HP 14-fq1025nr Fan Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the two 4 mm screws using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.

    • Remove the six remaining 6 mm screws located around the edges and underneath the feet using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.

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  5. HP 14-fq1025nr Fan Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Flip the laptop right-side up and slide an iFixit opening tool and/or Jimmy inside of the bottom cover seam to pry it open.

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  6. HP 14-fq1025nr Fan Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the bottom cover.

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  7. HP 14-fq1025nr Fan Replacement, Fan: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the three silver screws (one 2 mm screw and two 4 mm screws) holding down the fan using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.

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  8. HP 14-fq1025nr Fan Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1
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    • Unplug the fan’s power cord from the motherboard.

    • Use tweezers to pull the plug out, if needed.

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  9. HP 14-fq1025nr Fan Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the fan.

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Conclusion

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

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