Dell XPS 13 9310 User Manual

Next steps
1. Install the base cover.
2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Heat sink
Removing the heat sink
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
CAUTION: For maximum cooling of the processor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the heat sink. The
oils in your skin can reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal grease.
NOTE: The heat sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sufficient time for the heat sink to cool before you
touch it.
2. Remove the base cover.
About this task
NOTE: This procedure applies to computers shipped with 11
th
Generation Intel Core i3-1115G4 processor. The heat sink and
the fans are separate units.
The following image indicates the location of the heat sink and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.
Steps
1. In reverse sequential order (as indicated on the heat sink), loosen the four captive screws (M2x3) that secure the heat sink
to the system board.
2. Lift the heat sink off the system board.
Installing the heat sink
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
Removing and installing components
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Dell XPS 13 9310 Specifications

General

Graphics	Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Wireless	Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 (2x2) and Bluetooth 5.1
Processor	11th Generation Intel Core i7-1165G7
Display	13.4-inch FHD+ (1920 x 1200)
RAM	16 GB, 4267 MHz, LPDDR4x, Dual Channel
Storage	256GB, 512GB, 1TB, or 2TB PCIe NVMe SSD
Operating System	Windows 10 Home
Battery	4-Cell, 52 WHr, Integrated
Weight	2.8 lbs (1.27 kg)
Ports	2 x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C), 1 x USB-C 3.2, microSD card reader, 3.5mm headphone jack
Dimensions	11.64 x 7.82 x 0.58 inches (295.7 x 198.7 x 14.8 mm)
Camera	720p HD camera
Audio	Stereo speakers with Waves MaxxAudio Pro
Color	Platinum Silver with Black Carbon Fiber Palmrest