CPU Cooling Fan compatible with Lenovo ThinkPad T61, ThinkPad T61P
Key facts
- Part type
- Laptop Cooling Fan
- Type
- Aftermarket replacement
Compatibility matrix
Only models verified by our team are listed| Parts for | Model | This part |
|---|---|---|
| Lenovo | Lenovo ThinkPad T61 | Fits |
| Lenovo ThinkPad T61P | Fits |
Only the models listed above have a confirmed catalog fit. If yours is absent, compatibility is unknown, not ruled out. Compare the exact model identifier and any published dimensions or connectors before ordering.
Where to find your model number
- Lenovo: Usually on the rating label under or on the back of the device. Your owner's manual also lists the model number.
General manufacturer guidance: exact label position can vary by model.
Laptop Cooling Fan specifications
- Item Type
- Laptop Cooling Fan
- Connection
- 3-Pin
- Part Numbers
- 42W2460, 42W2461, 42W2462, 42W2463, 42W2823
Installation guide - Replacing a laptop cooling fan
General guidance for this part type - always follow your device manual- Small Phillips screwdriver
- Plastic spudger
- Isopropyl alcohol and lint free cloth
- Thermal paste (if the heatsink comes off)
- A rattle after fitting usually means a cable is touching the fan blades; reroute it.
- 1Prepare and open. Shut the laptop down fully (not sleep) and unplug the charger. Remove every screw from the bottom cover, including any under rubber feet or labels, then release the clips with a plastic pick starting at a corner near the hinge.
- 2Disconnect the battery first. Unplug the battery connector from the board by pulling the plug body straight out, parallel to the board, never by its wires.
- 3Remove the old fan. Unplug the fan's small connector, undo its screws and lift it out. If the fan is joined to the heatsink, loosen the heatsink screws in reverse of the numbers printed beside them.
- 4Clean and repaste. Wipe old thermal paste off the processor and heatsink with isopropyl alcohol, blow dust out of the heatsink fins and apply a small, pea sized dot of new paste to the chip.
- 5Fit and test. Fit the new fan, tighten heatsink screws gradually in their numbered order, plug the fan in and check it spins and the laptop stays cool under load.
This is general guidance for the part type, not a model-specific procedure. If the part does not fit without force, stop and recheck compatibility.
12 month warranty on every part
Every part we sell is covered for 12 months from delivery. If it fails in normal use, we replace it or refund you , claim it straight from your order page.
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Questions & answers
+Which models does this laptop cooling fan fit?
Our team verified it for Lenovo ThinkPad T61, Lenovo ThinkPad T61P. The full list is in the compatibility table above.
+How do I make sure it fits my exact model?
Find the model number on your device label and compare it with the table above. Our fit guarantee covers verified models.
+Is it hard to install?
Install difficulty: Moderate · basic hand tools. Step by step instructions are on this page.
+How fast will it arrive?
US orders arrive in 7 to 15 business days with free shipping. Other countries are shown at checkout.
+Is there a warranty?
Yes, a 12-month warranty is included, and you can extend it at checkout. Returns are accepted within 30 days.