Dell XPS 14 (L421x) Ultrabook Heatsink Removal and Installation

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In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to install and replace the Heatsink on your Dell XPS 14 (L421x) Ultrabook laptop. These installation instructions have be made into 8 easy to follow printable steps. We have also create a video tutorial that shows you how to install your Dell XPS 14 (L421x) Ultrabook Heatsink .

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 T5 star screwdriver
  • 1 x small plastic scribe
XPS L421x Heatsink

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Installation and Removal Instructions
Dell XPS 14 (L421x) Ultrabook Heatsink

Remove the 2 screws under the XPS placard.

Step 1

  • Remove the 6 base screws.
  • Remove the 2 screws under the XPS placard.
Remove the 2 screws under the XPS placard. Remove the 6 base screws.
Carefully lift the base cover off of laptop and unplug the battery indicator cable.

Step 2

  • Carefully lift the base cover off of laptop and unplug the battery indicator cable.
Unplug the battery.

Step 3

  • Unplug the battery.
Unplug the unplug the speaker cable.

Step 4

  • Unplug the unplug the speaker cable.
Remove the speakers.

Step 5

  • Remove the 4 speaker screws.
  • Remove the speakers.
Remove the battery.

Step 6

  • Remove the 6 battery screws.
  • Remove the battery.
Loosen the 4 heatsink screws and carefully remove the heatsink.

Step 7

  • Loosen the 4 heatsink screws and carefully remove the heatsink.
Installation note 2: Tighten the heatsink screws in the order listed on the heatsink.

Step 8

  • 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.
  • **This image is used only as an example.**
XPS L421x Heatsink

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XPS 14 L421x Heatsink

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