Introduction

This guide will walk you through the process of replacing the headphone jack in a Dell XPS 15 9510 laptop. If your headphone jack is loose, produces static, only plays sound in one ear, or is completely non-functional, replacing it can restore proper audio output.

Before beginning, power off the laptop and disconnect it from any power source to prevent electrical damage. This repair involves opening the device and handling small internal components, so work carefully to avoid damaging nearby connectors or circuits.

What you need

Step 1 Lower Case

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Make sure the laptop is powered off and unplug all cables before beginning any repair.
Remove eight 3 mm screws from the underside of the case using a T5 Torx screwdriver.

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Step 2

The metal case of the XPS 15 9510 is extremely sharp, so be careful not to run your fingers along the edge when disassembling the laptop.
Wedge the case apart with a nylon spudger.
If the plastic one isn't possible to insert, use the metal spudger to carefully create a small gap first.
Slide spudger along each side of the laptop

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Step 3

The metal case of the XPS 15 9510 is extremely sharp, so be careful not to run your fingers along the edge when disassembling the laptop.
Lift the back panel of the laptop off and set it aside.

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Step 4 Headphone Jack

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Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the three screws securing the headphone jack back to the panel.
Gently lift the headphone jack slightly to ensure it is free from the panel, but do not force it out.
Handle the component carefully to avoid damaging nearby connectors.

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Step 5

Carefully lift the headphone jack off the removed back panel. Check for any remaining cables or connections before fully removing it. Set the old headphone jack aside and prepare the replacement part.

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Step 6

Place the replacement headphone jack onto the back panel, aligning it with the screw holes.
Secure the three screws in place using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.
Reconnect any cables or connectors that were detached during removal.
Before fully reassembling the laptop, test the new headphone jack by plugging in a pair of headphones and playing audio. This helps confirm proper functionality before sealing the device back up.