book.book Page 1 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM Dell™ Dimension™ 2010 Service Manual Model D05M Type D05M001 w w w. d e l l . c o m | s u p p o r t . d e l l .
book.book Page 2 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of data if instructions are not followed. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. ____________________ Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2009 Dell Inc. All rights reserved.
book.book Page 3 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM Contents 1 Technical Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside View of Your Computer System Board Components 2 Before You Begin Recommended Tools 4 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Computer Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
book.book Page 4 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 5 Memory Module(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing Memory Module(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacing Memory Module(s) . 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . PCI and PCI Express Cards . . . . . . . . . . . 8 22 25 . . . . . . . . . 25 Replacing PCI and PCI Express Cards . . . . . . . . . 27 Drives . . . . . 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Removing a Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
book.book Page 5 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 9 Front I/O Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Front I/O Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacing the Front I/O Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly 47 48 51 Removing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly . . . . . . . . 11 Processor 47 51 . . . . . . . . . . . 53 . . . . . . . . . .
book.book Page 6 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 14 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Replacing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 15 System Setup . Overview . Entering System Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 System Setup Options . . . . . . . . . .
book.book Page 7 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 1 Technical Overview WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
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book.book Page 11 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 2 Before You Begin This manual provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following conditions exist: • You have performed the steps in "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 11 and "Safety Instructions" on page 12. • You have read the safety information that ships with your computer.
book.book Page 12 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 2 Ensure that the computer and all attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your operating system, press and hold the power button for about 4 seconds to turn them off. Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage and to help to ensure your own personal safety.
book.book Page 13 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM CAUTION: Before touching anything inside your computer, ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as the metal at the back of the computer. While you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to dissipate static electricity, which could harm internal components.
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book.book Page 15 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 3 Computer Cover WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
book.book Page 16 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 1 2 3 1 front of computer 2 computer cover 3 screws (2) 4 Release the computer cover by pulling it away from the front of the computer and lifting it up. 5 Set the cover aside in a secure location. NOTE: To remove the computer cover on the other side, lay the computer on its side with the unremoved cover facing up, and then perform step 3 to step 5.
book.book Page 17 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 5 Ensure that the cover is seated correctly. 6 Replace the two screws that secure the computer cover, using a screwdriver. 1 2 4 3 1 front of the computer 2 computer cover 3 screws (2) 4 slot 7 Place the computer in an upright position. CAUTION: Ensure that none of the system air-vents are blocked. Blocking them would cause serious thermal problems.
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book.book Page 19 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 4 Front Bezel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
book.book Page 20 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 5 Pull the front bezel away from the front of the computer to release it from the front bezel inserts. 6 Set aside the front bezel in a secure location. Replacing the Front Bezel 1 Align the clamps of the front bezel to the front panel and press it towards the computer until the front bezel clamps snap into place. 2 Replace the computer cover on both the sides (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 16).
book.book Page 21 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 5 Memory Module(s) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
book.book Page 22 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM Replacing Memory Module(s) 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 11. 2 Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. CAUTION: Do not install ECC memory modules. 3 Align the notch on the bottom of the memory module with the tab in the memory module connector.
book.book Page 23 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 2 1 1 cutouts (2) 2 securing clip (snapped in position) 5 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 16). 6 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on. If the message appears stating that memory size has changed, press to continue. 7 Log on to your computer. 8 Right-click the My Computer icon on your Microsoft® Windows® desktop and click Properties. 9 Click the General tab.
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book.book Page 25 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM PCI and PCI Express Cards 6 WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
book.book Page 26 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 2 1 1 screw 2 card 5 Remove the card. 26 • For a PCI card, grasp the card by its top corners, and ease it out of its connector. • For a PCI Express x16 card, push the retention mechanism on the card connector as you grasp the card by its top corners, and then ease the card out of the connector.
book.book Page 27 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 1 2 3 4 1 PCI Express x16 card 2 PCI Express x16 card connector 3 securing tab 4 retention mechanism 6 If you are removing the card permanently, install a filler bracket in the empty card-slot opening. NOTE: Installing filler brackets over empty card-slot openings is necessary to maintain FCC certification of the computer. The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of your computer.
book.book Page 28 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM See the documentation that came with the card for information on configuring the card, making internal connections, or otherwise customizing it for your computer. 4 If this is a new card installation, remove the break-away metal plate. 5 Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card is fully seated in the slot.
book.book Page 29 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 1 2 3 4 1 PCI Express x16 card 2 PCI Express x16 card connector 3 securing tab 4 retention mechanism 6 Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card is fully seated in the slot. 7 Replace the screw that secures the card to the chassis 8 Connect any cables that should be attached to the card. See the documentation for the card for information about the card’s cable connections.
book.book Page 30 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI/PCI Express Card NOTE: For information on location of external connectors, see the Setup Guide. For information on installing drivers and software for your card, see the documentation that shipped with the card.
book.book Page 31 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 7 Drives WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
book.book Page 32 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 1 2 1 power cable 2 data cable 3 3 screws (4) CAUTION: Ensure that you do not scratch the screw holes with the screwdriver as the hard disk circuit board assembly is exposed here. 4 Place the computer in an upright position. 5 Remove the four screws that secure the hard drive to the hard drive bay. 6 Slide the hard drive out towards the back of the computer.
book.book Page 33 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 8 Replace the computer cover on both the sides (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 16). 9 Connect the computer and other devices to an electrical outlet. Replacing a Hard Drive 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 11. 2 Remove the computer cover from both the sides (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 15). 3 Check the documentation for the hard drive to verify that it is configured for your computer.
book.book Page 34 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 2 Remove the computer cover from both the sides (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 15). 3 Remove the front bezel (see "Removing the Front Bezel" on page 19). 2 1 1 FlexBay USB cable 2 screws (2) 4 Disconnect the FlexBay USB cable from the Media Card Reader connector on the system board. For the location of the connector, see "System Board Components" on page 8. 5 Remove the two screws that secure the Media Card Reader to the FlexBay slot.
book.book Page 35 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 6 Slide the Media Card Reader out through the front of the computer. 7 Replace the front bezel (see "Replacing the Front Bezel" on page 20). 8 Replace the computer cover on both the sides (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 16). 9 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on. Replacing a Media Card Reader 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 11.
book.book Page 36 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 1 1 break-away metal plate 5 Gently slide the Media Card Reader into place in the FlexBay slot.
book.book Page 37 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 6 Align the screw holes in the Media Card Reader with the screw holes in the FlexBay slot. 7 Replace the two screws that secure the Media Card Reader to the FlexBay slot. NOTE: Ensure that the Media Card Reader is installed before the FlexBay USB cable is connected. 8 Connect the FlexBay USB cable to the Media Card Reader connector on the system board. For the location of the connector, see "System Board Components" on page 8.
book.book Page 38 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 1 2 3 1 power cable 2 data cable 3 screws (4) 5 Remove the four screws that secure the optical drive to the optical drive bay. 6 Slide the optical drive out through the front of the computer. 7 Replace the front bezel (see "Replacing the Front Bezel" on page 20). 8 Replace the computer cover on both the sides (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 16). 9 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.
book.book Page 39 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 10 Configure the drives in system setup (see "System Setup Options" on page 71). Replacing an Optical Drive 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 11. 2 Remove the computer cover from both the sides (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 15). 3 Remove the front bezel (see "Removing the Front Bezel" on page 19). 4 If you are installing an optical drive in the secondary optical drive slot, remove the break-away metal plate.
book.book Page 40 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 5 Gently slide the optical drive into place. 6 Align the screw holes in the optical drive with the screw holes in the optical drive bay. 7 Replace the four screws that secure the optical drive to the optical drive bay. 8 Connect the power and data cables to the optical drive. 9 Ensure that you connect the data cable to the system board connector, if you disconnected it while removing the optical drive.
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book.book Page 43 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM Power Switch Module 8 WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
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book.book Page 45 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 8 Slide the holder along with the hard drive activity light and cable out through the front of the computer. Replacing the Power Switch Module 1 Slide the power switch module through the slot on the front panel. 2 Press the holder and gently snap it into the front panel until it clicks into place. 3 Gently push the hard drive activity light into its holder.
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book.book Page 47 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 9 Front I/O Panel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
book.book Page 48 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 1 2 1 front I/O panel 2 screw Replacing the Front I/O Panel 1 Align the front I/O panel with the screw hole in the chassis.
book.book Page 49 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 2 Replace the screw that secures the front I/O panel to the chassis. 3 Connect the cables to the system board connectors. 4 Replace the front bezel (see "Replacing the Front Bezel" on page 20). 5 Replace the computer cover on both the sides (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 16). 6 Connect your computer and devices to an electrical outlet, and turn them on.
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book.book Page 51 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly 10 WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
book.book Page 52 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 5 Rotate the clamp lever 180 degrees clockwise to release the clamp grip from the bracket projection. 6 Rotate the processor fan and heat sink assembly upward gently, and remove it from the computer. Lay the processor fan and heat sink assembly down on its top, with the thermal grease facing upward.
book.book Page 53 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly CAUTION: When reinstalling the fan, ensure that you do not pinch the wires that run between the system board and the fan. 1 Clean the thermal grease from the bottom of the processor fan and heat sink assembly. CAUTION: Ensure that you apply new thermal grease. New thermal grease is critical for ensuring adequate thermal bonding, which is a requirement for optimal processor operation.
book.book Page 54 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 5 1 2 3 4 1 bracket 2 clamp lever 4 bracket projection 5 processor fan and heat sink assembly 3 clamp grip 6 Connect the processor fan and heat sink assembly cable to the processor fan connector on the system board (see "System Board Components" on page 8). 7 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 16). 8 Connect your computer and devices to an electrical outlet, and turn them on.
book.book Page 55 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 11 Processor WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
book.book Page 56 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 4 Press and push the release lever down and out to release it from the tab that secures it. 1 2 3 1 processor 3 socket 2 release lever CAUTION: When removing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects to fall on the pins in the socket. 5 Gently lift the processor to remove it from the socket. Leave the release lever extended in the release position so that the socket is ready for the new processor.
book.book Page 57 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM Replacing the Processor CAUTION: Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the back of the computer. CAUTION: When replacing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects to fall on the pins in the socket. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 11. 2 Unpack the new processor, being careful not to touch the underside of the processor.
book.book Page 58 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 5 Set the processor lightly in the socket and ensure that the processor is positioned correctly. 6 Pivot the socket release lever back toward the socket, and snap it into place to secure the processor. 7 Clean the thermal grease from the bottom of the heat sink. CAUTION: Ensure that you apply new thermal grease. New thermal grease is critical for ensuring adequate thermal bonding, which is a requirement for optimal processor operation.
book.book Page 59 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 12 System Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
book.book Page 60 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 9 Lift the system board up and out.
book.book Page 61 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM Replacing the System Board 1 Gently align the system board into the chassis and slide it towards the back of the computer. 2 Replace the six screws that secure the system board to the chassis. 3 Route and connect the cables that you removed from the system board. CAUTION: Ensure that the processor fan and heat sink assembly is correctly seated and secure. 4 Replace the processor (see "Replacing the Processor" on page 57).
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book.book Page 63 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 13 Power Supply WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
book.book Page 64 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 3 2 1 1 screws (4) 2 voltage selector switch 3 power supply 6 Slide out the power supply and lift it out. Replacing the Power Supply 1 Slide the replacement power supply towards the back of the computer. WARNING: Failure to replace and tighten all screws may cause electrical shock as these screws are a key part of the system grounding. 2 Replace the four screws that secure the power supply to the back of the computer chassis.
book.book Page 65 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 3 Connect the DC power cables to the system board and drives. 4 Secure all the cables to the securing clip on the side of the power supply. NOTE: Double-check all cable connections to make sure they are secure. 5 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 16). 6 Check the voltage selector switch (if applicable) to ensure that the correct voltage is selected.
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book.book Page 67 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM Battery 14 WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: A new battery can explode if it is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
book.book Page 68 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 1 1 battery release lever 5 Press the battery release lever to remove the battery. Replacing the Battery 1 Insert the new battery (CR2032) into the socket with the side labeled "+" facing up, and press the battery into place. 2 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 16). 3 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.
book.book Page 69 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 15 System Setup Overview Use System Setup: • To change the system configuration information after you add, change, or remove any hardware in your computer. • To set or change a user-selectable option such as the user password. • To read the current amount of memory or set the type of hard drive installed. Before you use System Setup, it is recommended that you write down the system setup screen information for future reference.
book.book Page 70 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM Option Field — This field contains information about each option. In this field you can view your current settings and make changes to your settings. Use the right- and left-arrow keys to highlight an option. Press to make that selection active. Help Field — This field provides context sensitive help based on the options selected.
book.book Page 71 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM System Setup Options NOTE: Depending on your computer and installed devices, the items listed in this section may not appear, or may not appear exactly as listed. System Info BIOS Info Displays the BIOS version and date information. System Displays the computer model number. Service Tag Displays the service tag of the computer. Asset Tag Displays the asset tag for the computer, if present. Processor Type Displays the processor type.
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book.book Page 73 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM Boot Device Configuration Boot Setting Config • Numlock Key—On; Off (On by default) • Halt on—All, But Keyboard; All Errors(All, But Keyboard by default) Removable Device Priority Press Enter for details. This is a dynamic list and is updated based on the removable devices connected to your computer. Hard Disk Boot Priority Set the hard drive boot priority, if multiple hard drives are installed.
book.book Page 74 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM Set User Password The user password can be activated only when the supervisor password is set. The user password allows you to access your computer and to view the system setup settings. You cannot modify the system setup settings using the user password. To disable the user password, leave the Enter Password field blank and press .
book.book Page 75 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM NOTE: Write down your current boot sequence in case you want to restore it. 3 Press the up- and down-arrow keys to move through the list of devices. 4 Press plus (+) or minus (–) to change the boot priority of device. Clearing Forgotten Passwords and CMOS Settings 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 11. NOTE: The computer must be disconnected from the electrical outlet to clear the CMOS setting.
book.book Page 76 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 4 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 16). 5 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on. Flashing the BIOS The BIOS may require flashing when an update is available or when replacing the system board. 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3 Click Drivers & Downloads→Select Model.
book.book Page 77 Monday, November 19, 2012 11:42 AM 5 Select the product brand in the Select Your Product Line list. 6 Select the product model number in the Select Your Product Model list. NOTE: If you have selected a different model and want to start over again, click Start Over on the top right of the menu. 7 Click Confirm. 8 A list of results appear on the screen. Click BIOS. 9 Click Download Now to download the latest BIOS file. The File Download window appears.
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