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| + | [title] GPU Reflow |
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| + | [* black] If you've gotten here, you most likely have an issue with your GPU due to this recall: [https://blog.dell.com/en-us/nvidia-gpu-update-nvidia-class-action-lawsuit-and-limited-warranty-enhancement/|Dell Blog Post about NVIDIA GPU Recall] |
| + | [* black] To fix this, you can try to "re-flow" the soldier on the motherboard, which should give you a little more life out of the laptop. |
| + | [* black] Follow this guide to remove your motherboard: [guide|29140|D820 Motherboard Removal] |
| + | [* black] Once you have remove the motherboard, clean off all of the thermal paste from the two remaining chips, one NVIDIA GPU, and another Intel. |
| + | [* black] Also remove all stickers, foam, and plastic from the motherboard, as they will melt or catch fire in the next step |
| + | [* black] Pre-heat your oven to 395 degrees Farenheight. |
| + | [* black] Place the motherboard on a sheet of foil, on a baking sheet. Place into the oven for 10 minutes. Then remove and let cool |
| + | [* black] Re-assemble laptop following motherboard steps in reverse. |
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