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HP 15-dw0037wm Fan Replacement

Introduction

If your HP 15-dw0037wm laptop is freezing or running slowly, a clogged or malfunctioning fan could be the cause. The fan helps keep your laptop cool, and dust or debris can reduce its efficiency, leading to overheating and performance issues. If your laptop feels hot or the fan is noisy, replacing the fan may resolve the issue. Before replacing the fan make sure to power off your device.

What you need

  1. HP 15-dw0037wm Fan Replacement, Lower Case: step 1, image 1 of 2 HP 15-dw0037wm Fan Replacement, Lower Case: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Before you begin, discharge your laptop battery below 25%. A charged lithium-ion battery can catch fire and/or explode if accidentally punctured.

    • Power off your laptop and disconnect the charger and any peripheries before beginning disassembly.

    • Set the laptop down with the lower case facing up.

    • Lift a corner of the lower silicone foot and peel it completely off.

    • Repeat for the upper silicone foot.

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  2. HP 15-dw0037wm Fan Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 HP 15-dw0037wm Fan Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the five 8 mm screws.

    • Remove the two 5 mm Phillips screws.

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    • Insert an opening pick into the gap between the lower case and chassis.

    • Starting from a corner is recommended.

    • Slide the pick around the entire perimeter of the device until the lower case fully releases.

    • Remove the lower case.

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  4. HP 15-dw0037wm Fan Replacement, Battery: step 4, image 1 of 2 HP 15-dw0037wm Fan Replacement, Battery: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the the four 4 mm screws that secure the battery.

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    • Lift the battery out slowly to disconnect it from the socket that connects it to the motherboard.

    • Removing the battery quickly can damage the socket that the motherboard is connected to.

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    • Use your fingernail or a spudger to gently lift the black ZIF locking flap that secures the ribbon cable.

    • Repeat the previous bullet on the other end of the ribbon cable.

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    • Slide the ribbon cable out from the socket gently.

    • Repeat on the other end of the ribbon cable.

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    • Gently using your fingernails to push the fan connector out of its motherboard socket.

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  10. HP 15-dw0037wm Fan Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the one 4 mm screw securing the fan with a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

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    • Grip and lift the fan up and out of the chassis.

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Conclusion

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

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