ASUS Q536F Fan Replacement

Introduzione

Laptops may need a fan replacement to address overheating, noise, reduced performance, frequent shutdowns, error messages, physical damage. It's essential to use compatible replacement fans and follow proper installation procedures for optimal functionality.

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Passo 1 Back Panel

ASUS Q536F Fan Replacement, Back Panel: passo 1, immagine 1 di 2

ASUS Q536F Fan Replacement, Back Panel: passo 1, immagine 2 di 2

Remove ten 2 mm screws using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.
Remove the screw in the center using a T4 Torx screwdriver.
Use an iFixit opening tool to pry open the back panel.
It's normal to hear some cracking, but proceed with caution.

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Passo 2 Fan

ASUS Q536F Fan Replacement, Fan: passo 2, immagine 1 di 2

ASUS Q536F Fan Replacement, Fan: passo 2, immagine 2 di 2

Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the six 2 mm fan screws.
Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the five 2 mm heatsink screws.
Warped Screw
Heatsink shown has warped screw, so unable to remove

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Passo 3

Attrezzo utilizzato in questo passaggio:

Tweezers

$4.99

Compra

Disconnect white and black antennae cables.
Using tweezers for this would be helpful.

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Passo 4

Disconnect fan cables pulling outwards as shown.

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Passo 5

ASUS Q536F Fan Replacement: passo 5, immagine 3 di 3

Carefully lift heatsink upward using a Ifixit opening tool or Fingers pull fan out from under the heat sink.
The fan can be removed without removing the heatsink, although it may be easier to remove.