We repair the Dell Precision M6700 at our workshop in Bermondsey, from cracked screens and worn batteries to board faults and data recovery. The Dell Precision M6700 is a 2012 mobile workstation with a 17.3-inch screen. Both the drive and, on most configurations, the memory can be upgraded, which makes it a good candidate for a refresh.
- Model number
- M6700
- Released
- 2012
- Type
- Mobile workstation
- Screen
- 17.3-inch
- Storage
- 2.5-inch SATA drive
- Memory
- SODIMM slots
Repairs we carry out on the Dell Precision M6700
Screen replacement
A broken 17.3-inch screen is replaced with a panel of the same resolution and finish. We check the display cable while the lid is open.
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Overheating and fan repair
We strip the cooling system, clean the fans and heatsink fins and renew the thermal compound and pads. We check temperatures under load afterwards.
SSD and storage upgrade
The Dell Precision M6700 uses a 2.5-inch SATA drive. Replacing a hard drive with an SSD is the biggest speed improvement available for a machine of this age.
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Memory upgrade
Most configurations of the Dell Precision M6700 have SODIMM memory slots, so memory can be increased. We check what is fitted and the maximum the board supports.
Graphics repair
The graphics chip is soldered to the board. Artefacts, crashes under load and a black screen with the fans running are diagnosed to the chip, its memory or its power stage, and repaired at board level where it is economical.
Windows repair and reinstall
This model does not meet Microsoft’s Windows 11 requirements, and Windows 10 reached end of support in October 2025. We can advise on the realistic options, including a lightweight Linux or ChromeOS Flex installation.
Battery replacement
Most configurations have a clip-in battery that can be swapped in seconds. We also test the charging circuit, because an old battery is not always the only fault. A battery of this age that swells should be replaced before it damages the trackpad or casing.
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Charging port and power repair
A charger that only works at a certain angle means a worn charging socket. We replace it and test the charging circuit behind it.
We also carry out keyboard and trackpad repair, motherboard repair, liquid damage repair, hinge and casing repair, virus removal on the Dell Precision M6700, along with USB, HDMI and audio port repair, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth card replacement, webcam and speaker faults, BIOS password removal with proof of ownership and data transfer to a new machine.
Known issues with the Precision mobile workstation range
- Graphics faults on these are board-level repairs: the professional graphics chip is soldered to the motherboard.
- Mobile workstations run hot for long periods, so dried thermal compound and dust-clogged fans are behind many of the shutdowns and slowdowns we see.
- Many configurations have two or more drives, sometimes in RAID. Tell us if yours does before any storage work, because it changes how data is recovered.
Data recovery from the Dell Precision M6700
The Dell Precision M6700 has a 2.5-inch drive that we remove and image on our own equipment. If the drive is clicking or was dropped, stop powering it on: each attempt can do more damage.
Estimate the cost with our data recovery calculator, or read about recovering files after a ransomware attack.
Where the Dell Precision M6700 sits in the range
Its nearest relatives in the Dell Precision mobile workstation range are the newer Dell Precision M6800 (2013). It is the earliest 17.3-inch model of the range that we list.
Questions
Can the SSD or memory in the Dell Precision M6700 be upgraded?
The 2.5-inch drive can be replaced with an SSD. Memory is in slots on most configurations and can be increased.
My Dell Precision M6700 will not turn on. Is my data lost?
Usually not. The drive is separate from the fault in most cases, and we can remove it and copy your files even if the machine itself is not worth repairing.
Where do I find the model number on my mobile workstation?
The model name is on the base label or palm rest. The 7-character Service Tag on the base identifies the exact build. For this model, look for M6700.
Can the Dell Precision M6700 run Windows 11?
Not officially. It does not meet Microsoft's processor and security requirements.