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Dell XPS 17 9700 - Heat Sink Removal and Installation

Dell XPS 17 9700
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Steps
1. Align the screw holes on the left fan (FAN2) with the screw holes on the system board and palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
2. Replace the screw (M1.6x4) and the two screws (M2x4) that secure the left fan (FAN2) to the system board and palm-rest and
keyboard assembly.
3. Connect the left fan cable to the system board.
Next steps
1. Install the base cover.
2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Heat sink
Removing the heat sink (for computers shipped with
integrated graphics card)
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
CAUTION:
For maximum cooling of the processor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the heat sink. The oils in
your skin can reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal grease.
NOTE: The heat sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sufficient time for the heat sink to cool before
you touch it.
2. Remove the base cover.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the heat sink and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.
Removing and installing components
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