Dell XPS 8960 User Manual

Installing the processor fan and heat-sink assembly (65 W, air
cooling)
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation process.
About this task
NOTE: If either the processor or the fan and heat-sink assembly is replaced, use the thermal grease provided in the kit to
ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved.
NOTE: This procedure only applies for computers shipped with a 65 W processor.
NOTE: This procedure also includes the specific back-chassis fan that is installed on your computer with the use of the
processor fan and heat-sink assembly (65 W, air cooling)
The following image(s) indicate the location of the processor fan and heat-sink assembly (65 W, air cooling) and provides a
visual representation of the installation procedure.
44 Removing and installing components

Dell XPS 8960 Specifications

General

Processor	13th Gen Intel Core i7
Graphics	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
Memory	Up to 64GB DDR5
Storage	512GB SSD
Operating System	Windows 11 Pro
Wireless	Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth
Power Supply	460W
Ports (Front)	USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C, Headphone/Microphone combo jack
Ports (Rear)	USB 2.0, USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 3.2 Gen 2, HDMI, DisplayPort, Ethernet
Expansion Slots	PCIe x16