Dell Precision 5680 (W/ Intel Graphics) How-To Install & Replace Your Cooling Fans


In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to install and replace the Cooling Fans on your Precision 5680 (w/ Intel Graphics) 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 Precision 5680 (w/ Intel Graphics) 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 T5 Torx screwdriver
  • 1 x Phillips #0 screwdriver
  • 1 x small plastic scribe
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Video tutorial repair manual



Installation and Removal Instructions
Precision 5680 (w/ Intel Graphics) 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

Step 2

Unscrew the Bottom Base Cover (8 x Use a plastic scribe to pry apart and remove the Bottom Base Cover.Unscrew the Bottom Base Cover (8 x Unscrew the Bottom Base Cover (8 x
Unscrew and disconnect the battery connector bracket (2 x captive screws).

Step 3

  • Unscrew and disconnect the battery connector bracket (2 x captive screws).
  • Disconnect the Battery.
Unscrew and disconnect the battery connector bracket (2 x captive screws).Disconnect the Battery.Unscrew and disconnect the battery connector bracket (2 x captive screws).
Disconnect the left and right Cooling Fans.

Step 4

Disconnect the left and right Cooling Fans.Disconnect the left and right Cooling Fans.
Unscrew and remove the left cooling fan (2 x M2 x 4mm).

Step 5

  • Unscrew and remove the left cooling fan (2 x M2 x 4mm).
Unscrew and remove the left cooling fan (2 x M2 x 4mm).Unscrew and remove the left cooling fan (2 x M2 x 4mm).
Unscrew and remove the right cooling fan (2 x M2 x 4mm).

Step 6

  • Unscrew and remove the right cooling fan (2 x M2 x 4mm).
  • ***FOLLOW THE ORIGINAL STEPS IN REVERSE TO REASSEMBLE YOUR LAPTOP.
Unscrew and remove the right cooling fan (2 x M2 x 4mm).***FOLLOW THE ORIGINAL STEPS IN REVERSE TO REASSEMBLE YOUR LAPTOP.Unscrew and remove the right cooling fan (2 x M2 x 4mm).
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