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Dell XPS M140 CPU Heatsink Replacement

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Time Required: 15 - 25 minutes
Difficulty: Moderate
Dell XPS M140 CPU Heatsink Replacement

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In this guide, you'll be able to safely and correctly remove/replace the Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly (also known as CPU heatsink) on your Dell XPS M140 laptop, if needed. This Step-by-step guide provides detailed imaging of disassembly, cautioning of notable components, and exact notations for accessing the Dell XPS M140 Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly.

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    1. Dell XPS M140 CPU Heatsink Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1
      • Turn over the laptop.

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      • Open the slide lock and pull out the battery.

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      • Unscrew all of the screws on the underside of the computer that hold the cooling module cover in place and remove the cover.

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      • Unscrew the screws holding the metal bracket in place.

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    3. Dell XPS M140 CPU Heatsink Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1
      • Carefully remove the bracket and the module it is attached to.

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    4. Dell XPS M140 CPU Heatsink Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1
      • The inside should look like this after the bracket and module are removed:

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Conclusion

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

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