Dell XPS M1530 Service Manual
Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling
Assembly
Replacing the Processor Thermal-Cooling
Assembly
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CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. |
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NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer). |
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M2.5 x 5-mm screw |
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module cover |
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captive screw (4) |
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thermal-cooling assembly |
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captive screw (6) |
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M2.5 x 5-mm screw |
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fan cable connector |
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M2.5 x 5-mm screw |
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NOTE: The fan is a part of the thermal-cooling assembly. |
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CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. |
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NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface. |
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NOTE: The original pad can be reused if the original processor and heat sink are reinstalled together. If either the processor or heat sink is replaced, use the thermal pad provided in the kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved. |
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NOTE: This procedure assumes that you have already removed the processor thermal-cooling assembly and are ready to replace it. |