Remove the two 3.0 mm screws on each side of the fan using the Phillips #0 screwdriver.

Only one screw is shown being removed.

Gently remove the fan's power supply by pulling up on the small white connector (with orange and red wires).

Avoid pulling on the wires while removing the power supply, as this will cause permanent damage.

Slowly lift up and slide out the fan from the CPU (heat sink) and back of the laptop.