Asus GTX 750 GPU Fan Replacement

Written By: Zhiming Lin

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Difficulty

Easy

Steps

Time Required

30 - 45 minutes

Introduction

The steps located within this guide are meant to assist the hopeful home-repairer in replacing the GPU fan on the ASUS GTX 750 Graphics Card. Within the guide can be found several caveats depending upon the individual repair or situation. With this in mind, be aware that the suggestions within this guide apply to several issues that may occur within the GPU fan, including broken fan blades, and a non-functioning fan unit attached to the graphics card. You do not need any special skills or tools, other than the Phillips #00 screwdriver listed on this page, to complete this repair.

Tools

Phillips #00 Screwdriver

Step 1

Before beginning the repair process, make sure that your designated workspace is decluttered and clean.
The smaller parts of the device may be at risk of being lost or misplaced if the workspace is not decluttered.
Orient the case so that the power button is aligned with the rightmost corner of the device.
Next, push the ridge-line of the top panel away.
Then, slide the case away and expose the inside of the product.
Continue this process to lift off the side panel that was previously facing you.

Step 2

Next, disconnect the GPU cable with your thumb and forefinger. This will partially unhook the fan from the motherboard.
If working with any model of this device other than the ASUS GTX 750, pull the cable away from the motherboard. If not, this note may be disregarded.
On the PCIe slot of the graphics card, there is a release mechanism. Push on this mechanism carefully and gently.
After pushing it down, the device will click and signify correct and complete separation from the motherboard.
Use caution, and do not touch the motherboard with your bare hands, as it may cause a short in the system.

Step 3

Finally, with the GPU unit exposed, disconnect the 4-pin fan power and speed control cable from the circuit board.
Refer to the photographs on the left if needed.

Step 4

Remove the four smallest screws that are holding the fan shroud in place.
Do so by using a (Phillips #00) screwdriver between the fan blades and corresponding supporting bracket.

Step 5

Locate the two clips on either side of the fan shroud.
Refer to the photographs on the left if needed.
Then, pull the clips slightly to the side and release the fan shroud from the heatsink.
Finally, pull the fan shroud vertically to remove from the device and allow for an unobstructed review and repair.