Follow these instructions below to fix the overheating problem in your dell inspiron 15 5000.
Dell inspiron 15 5000 fan cleaning.
Put the fan back on making sure to reconnect it.
Find the fan and unscrew the screws that are holding it in place clean the fan.
Remove the two 2x3mm screws from the fan using the phillips 1 screwdriver.
This means that every time you want to clean it from dirt and dust you ll have to replace the thermal grease.
Unplug the fan its usually a 3 or 4 wire connector you just pull it out no tabs.
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The fan was also full of dirt.
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I ve decided to clean.
Do not attempt to open the power supply to clean the fans.
During usage i hear a low grinding sound high pitched straining sound from the area of the fan.
My dell inspiron 14z 5423 ultrabook s fan has recently stopped working.
Ensure to power off the pc and disconnect the power cables and use a compressed air can to clean any dust or debris.
I assume that this is the sound of the fan straining against the dust there s a buildup of dust visible.
The unit may now be removed from the board.
The black cord running alongside the fan is for the display.
Removing the dust and lint by cleaning venting in dell inspiron 15 5000 the vents are located under the case to allow the air to pass from there.
Find the cpu heatsink fan blows over it usually copper silver colour and wipe off the dust.
So after i ve replaced the thermal grease and cleaned the fan the cpu temperature decreased by around 15 c 59 f.
Push it aside if it stops you from removing the fan.