Dell XPS 17 (9700) How-To Install & Replace Your Heatsink & Cooling Fans

By on July 6, 2023 · 4:24 pm
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In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to install and replace the Heatsink & Cooling Fans on your XPS 17-9700 laptop. These installation instructions have been made into 6 easy to follow printable steps. We have also created a video tutorial that shows you how to install your XPS 17-9700 Heatsink & Cooling Fans.

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 Torx screwdriver
  • 1 x small plastic scribe
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Installation and Removal Instructions
XPS 17-9700 Heatsink & Cooling Fans

Before you begin: If you need help at any point, you can always contact Parts-People Repair Department for help with your diagnosis or repair.

Step 1

Unscrew the Bottom Base Cover (8 x 2.5mm x 4mm T5 Torx screws).

Step 2

  • Unscrew the Bottom Base Cover (8 x 2.5mm x 4mm T5 Torx screws).
  • Use a plastic scribe to pry apart and remove the bottom base cover.
Unscrew the Bottom Base Cover (8 x 2.5mm x 4mm T5 Torx screws).Use a plastic scribe to pry apart and remove the bottom base cover. Unscrew the Bottom Base Cover (8 x 2.5mm x 4mm T5 Torx screws).
Disconnect the Battery.

Step 3

Unscrew and disconnect the Left Cooling Fan (2 x

Step 4

Unscrew and disconnect the Left Cooling Fan (2 x Unscrew and disconnect the Left Cooling Fan (2 x Unscrew and disconnect the Left Cooling Fan (2 x
Unscrew and disconnect the Right Cooling Fan (2 x

Step 5

Unscrew and disconnect the Right Cooling Fan (2 x Unscrew and disconnect the Right Cooling Fan (2 x Unscrew and disconnect the Right Cooling Fan (2 x
Unscrew and remove the Heatsink (4 x 2mm x 6.5mm).

Step 6

  • Unscrew and remove the Heatsink (4 x 2mm x 6.5mm).
  • ***FOLLOW THESE STEPS IN REVERSE TO REINSTALL YOUR PART.
Unscrew and remove the Heatsink (4 x 2mm x 6.5mm).***FOLLOW THESE STEPS IN REVERSE TO REINSTALL YOUR PART.
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