Dell XPS 15 9500 repairability

What to check before buying

Replacement parts

Battery, SSD and fan each have replacement guides.

Repair documentation

iFixit's SSD guide addresses the internal M.2 drive and its data.

M.2 SSD

The drive can be replaced as a module.

Storage

iFixit's SSD guide addresses the internal M.2 drive and its data. The M.2 drive is removable beneath the bottom cover.

Battery and cooling

Battery and fan have separate procedures. Performance loss from a hot or noisy machine should be distinguished from a depleted battery.