In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to install and replace the Heatsink on your Dell Latitude 3540 (P28F004) laptop. These installation instructions have be made into 17 easy to follow printable steps. We have also create a video tutorial that shows you how to install your Dell Latitude 3540 (P28F004) Heatsink.
Before you begin
Dell repair manual service precautions
Tools needed for this laptop repair
- 1 x small phillips head screwdriver
- 1 x small flat head screwdriver
- 1 x small plastic scribe (optional)
Latitude 3540 Heatsink
Latitude 3540 Heatsink
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Video tutorial repair manual
Installation and Removal Instructions
Dell Latitude 3540 (P28F004) Heatsink
Step 3
- Loosen the access door cover screws (cannot be removed).
- Lift and remove the off of the laptop.
Step 4
- Remove the 2 - M3 x 3mm hard drive screws.
Step 5
- Slide the hard drive over to unplug it from the motherboard.
- Lift and slide the hard drive out of the laptop using the tab.
Step 6
- Remove the 12 - M2.5 x 5mm bottom base palmrest screws.
Step 7
- Turn the laptop over and open it up.
- Using a plastic scribe or flat head screwdriver, press in the keyboard latches at the top of the keyboard.
Step 8
- Lift the keyboard and turn it over.
- Unplug the keyboard cable.
Step 9
- Unplug the antenna cables.
Step 12
- Carefully lift and pry the right edge of the palmrest touchpad.
- Work your way around the bottom edge and side.
Step 13
- Unplug the USB circuit board cable.
- Unplug the speaker cable.
Step 14
- Unplug and loosen the LCD cable.
- Unplug and loosen the wireless antennas.
Step 17
- 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.
Latitude 3540 Heatsink
Latitude 3540 Heatsink
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