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Replacement of the ventirad on the Dell XPS 13 9380

Introduction

You need to disconnect or replace the ventirad of your Dell XPS 13 9380, this guide is for you!

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  1. Replacement of the ventirad on the Dell XPS 13 9380, Remove the back panel: step 1, image 1 of 3 Replacement of the ventirad on the Dell XPS 13 9380, Remove the back panel: step 1, image 2 of 3 Replacement of the ventirad on the Dell XPS 13 9380, Remove the back panel: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Before you begin, be sure to turn off your laptop and unplug it from the outlet.

    • Use a Torx T5 driver to unscrew the eight screws securing the back panel.

    • Use a spudger to pry up and loosen the back panel.

    • Lift the back panel up slightly from the non-hinged edge.

    • Pull the back panel away from the hinged edge, wiggling it back and forth to loosen the clips.

    • When the back panel clips are free, remove the back panel.

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  3. Replacement of the ventirad on the Dell XPS 13 9380, Remove the battery: step 2, image 1 of 2 Replacement of the ventirad on the Dell XPS 13 9380, Remove the battery: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Disconnect the cable from the battery by pulling the connector towards the battery.

    • Pull parallel to the battery, not straight up.

    • Remove the four screws (M2 x 2) securing the battery.

    • Remove the screw (M1.6 x 4) securing the battery.

    • Remove the battery from its recess.

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  4. Replacement of the ventirad on the Dell XPS 13 9380, Remove the ventirad: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • We removed or disconnected the battery to avoid any electrical discharge.

    • To ensure maximum processor cooling, do not touch the heat transfer areas of the ventirad. Grease on the fingers can reduce the heat transfer capabilities of the thermal paste

    • 1- Remove the 4 screws (M2x3) that attach the ventirad to the motherboard.

    • 2- Lift the ventirad and remove it from the motherboard.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow the instructions in reverse order.

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