How to remove the Speaker for XPS 15 (L521x)

Published MAY 05, 2025

This video will demonstrate the removal procedure of a speaker for the XPS 15 (L521x).

1. Lift the connector latch and, using the pull-tab, disconnect the I/O-board cable from the I/O-board cable connector.
2. Remove the I/O-board cable from the speaker cable routing.
3. Disconnect the speaker cable from the system board.
4. Remove the screws that secure the speakers to the palm-rest assembly.
5. Note the speaker cable routing and peel the tape from the speaker cable.