First, here [http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/xpsm1330/en/sm/cpucool.htm#wp1084976|here is the] manual that allows you to repair it yourself and here is a link where you can [http://www.4shared.com/document/-eesKsnK/Dell_XPS_M1330_Service_Manual.htm?aff=7637829|download it] might be easier to follow. If you check with Dell there are new thermal pads that can be purchased as well as [http://www.google.com/search?q=Dell+Xps+M1330+thermal+pads&hl=en&prmd=ivnsfd&source=univ&tbs=shop:1&tbo=u&sa=X&ei=CjF7Tc7ZH6G_0QGZy4HcAw&ved=0CDQQrQQ&biw=1262&bih=603|check on here] . Second, how often does it happen to you and where do you operate your computer if it happens frequently? You might consider a different environment for the computer. Good Luck