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How to Replace ASUS K50IJ Fan Guide: Step-by-Step Tutorial

Duration: 45 minutes

Steps: 8 Steps

Hey there! Just a friendly reminder to take your time and be careful while working on your device. If you run into any bumps along the way, don’t hesitate to reach out for help. You can always schedule a repair if you need a hand!

Sometimes fans get a little too hot under the collar and decide to take a break. Don’t worry, though! This guide is here to walk you through the easy steps to take out the old fan and pop in a shiny new one for your ASUS K50IJ. Let’s get your device back to its cool self!

Step 1

– Gently slide the tab to unlock the battery cover, which is hanging out in the bottom-left corner of your laptop, ready for you to access it!

Step 2

– Gently lift the edge and take off the battery cover.

Step 3

– Give those battery tabs a gentle press and lift them up. The battery should pop right out without any fuss!

Step 4

– Grab your trusty PH1 screwdriver and take on the challenge of removing those four 4 .75 mm screws chilling on the vent panel. You’ve got this!

Step 5

– Unscrew the tiny 0.5 mm screw sitting pretty in the top right corner of the battery compartment. You’ve got this!

Step 6

– Gently slide the bottom panel towards the hinges and lift it up to reveal the back panel. You’ve got this!

Step 7

– Gently wiggle and pull the wire cable connected to the fan until it pops out. You’ve got this!

Step 8

– Grab your trusty PH1 screwdriver and let’s tackle those 3 .75mm screws marked as 1, 2, and 3 on the fan. Just a heads up, these little guys have their labels right next to them, so you can’t miss them!

– Now, gently lift the fan up with your fingers. You’ve got this!

Ralph Harris

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