Dell XPS M1530 CPU Processor Removal and Installation


In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to install and replace the CPU Processor on your Dell XPS M1530 laptop. These installation instructions have be made into 5 easy to follow printable steps. We have also create a video tutorial that shows you how to install your Dell XPS M1530 CPU Processor.

Before you begin

Please take the time read the following safety guidelines when working on static sensitive electrical components.
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Tools needed for this laptop repair

  • 1 x small phillips head screwdriver
  • 1 x small flat head screwdriver
  • 1 x small plastic scribe
XPS M1530 CPU CPU

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XPS M1530 CPU Processor

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Installation and Removal Instructions
Dell XPS M1530 CPU Processor

Slide the latch to the left and slide the battery out of the laptop.

Step 1

  • Slide the latch to the left and slide the battery out of the laptop.
Lift the door away from the laptop.

Step 2

  • Loosen the 5 memory door cover screws.
  • Lift the door away from the laptop.
Loosen the heat sink screws.

Step 3

  • Unplug the fan.
  • Loosen the heat sink screws.
  • Remove the heat sink from the laptop.
Lift the CPU processor up out of the socket.

Step 4

  • Using a flat head screw driver, turn the CPU locking screw counterclockwise 180 degrees.
  • Lift the CPU processor up out of the socket.
Installation note 2: Tighten the heatsink screws in the order listed on the heatsink.

Step 5

  • Installation note 1: Make sure to replace thermal compound or thermal pads on the CPU and heatsink.
  • Installation note 2: Tighten the heatsink screws in the order listed on the heatsink.
  • Installation note 2: Tighten the heatsink screws in the order listed on the heatsink.

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