Dell Alienware x15 R1 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 Alienware x15 R1 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 Alienware x15 R1 Cooling Fans.

Before you begin

Please take the time read the following safety guidelines when working on static sensitive electrical components.
Dell repair manual service precautions

Tools needed for this laptop repair

  • 1 x Phillips #1 screwdriver
  • 1 x small plastic scribe
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Installation and Removal Instructions
Alienware x15 R1 Cooling Fans

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

Step 1

Use a Phillips Screwdriver to loosen the

Step 2

Use a Phillips Screwdriver to loosen the Use a Plastic Scribe to pry apart and remove the Bottom Base Cover.Use a Phillips Screwdriver to loosen the Use a Phillips Screwdriver to loosen the
To protect your laptop from static discharge, disconnect the Battery.

Step 3

  • To protect your laptop from static discharge, disconnect the Battery.
Disconnect the left and right cooling fans.

Step 4

  • Disconnect the left and right cooling fans.
Disconnect the left and right cooling fans.Disconnect the left and right cooling fans.
Remove the speaker cable and antenna cable from the routing guides on the left cooling fan.

Step 5

  • Remove the speaker cable and antenna cable from the routing guides on the left cooling fan.
  • Unscrew and remove the Left Cooling Fan (3 x M2 x 4mm).
Remove the speaker cable and antenna cable from the routing guides on the left cooling fan.Unscrew and remove the Left Cooling Fan (3 x Remove the speaker cable and antenna cable from the routing guides on the left cooling fan.
Remove the speaker cable and the antenna cable from the routing guides on the right cooling fan.

Step 6

  • Remove the speaker cable and the antenna cable from the routing guides on the right cooling fan.
  • Unscrew and remove the Right Cooling Fan (3 x M2 x 4mm).
Remove the speaker cable and the antenna cable from the routing guides on the right cooling fan.Unscrew and remove the Right Cooling Fan (3 x Remove the speaker cable and the antenna cable from the routing guides on the right cooling fan.Remove the speaker cable and the antenna cable from the routing guides on the right cooling fan.
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