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OM_Book.book Page 2 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 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. © 2012 Dell Inc. All rights reserved.
OM_Book.book Page 3 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Contents 1 Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Turn Off Your Computer and Connected Devices Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recommended Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 After Working Inside Your Computer . 3 Base Cover 9 10 10 . . . 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Removing the Base Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 . . . . . . . . . .
OM_Book.book Page 4 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 5 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Prerequisites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Replacing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Prerequisites . 19 Replacing the Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Wireless Mini-Card . . . .
OM_Book.book Page 5 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Postrequisites 9 Heat Sink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Prerequisites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Removing the Heat Sink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Replacing the Heat Sink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OM_Book.book Page 6 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 12 I/O Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Prerequisites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Replacing the I/O Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 13 System Board . Prerequisites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 43 Removing the System Board . . . . . . . . . . . .
OM_Book.book Page 7 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Replacing the Display Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Postrequisites 16 Keyboard Prerequisites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 17 Palm-Rest Assembly Prerequisites . 60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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OM_Book.book Page 9 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 1 Before You Begin Turn Off Your Computer and Connected Devices CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs before you turn off your computer. 1 Save and close all open files and exit all open programs. 2 Follow the instructions to shut down your computer based on the operating system installed on your computer.
OM_Book.book Page 10 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to protect your computer from potential damage and ensure your personal safety. 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 dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Disconnect all power sources before opening the computer cover or panels.
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OM_Book.book Page 13 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 3 Base Cover WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Base Cover 1 Close the display and turn the computer over.
OM_Book.book Page 14 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Replacing the Base Cover 1 Align the base cover with the palm-rest assembly and press the base cover into place. 2 Using a Torx 5 screwdriver, replace the screws that secure the base cover to the palm-rest assembly. 3 Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11.
OM_Book.book Page 15 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 4 Power-Light Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. See "Removing the Base Cover" on page 13.
OM_Book.book Page 16 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Replacing the Power-Light Board 1 Align the screw hole on the power-light board with the screw hole on the palm-rest assembly. 2 Replace the screw that secures the power-light board to the palm-rest assembly. 3 Slide the power-light board cable into the system-board connector and press down on the connector latch to secure the cable. Postrequisites 1 Replace the base cover. See "Replacing the Base Cover" on page 14.
OM_Book.book Page 17 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 5 Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. See "Removing the Base Cover" on page 13. 2 Remove the power-light board.
OM_Book.book Page 18 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Replacing the Battery 1 Align the screw holes on the battery with the screw holes on the palm-rest assembly. 2 Replace the screws that secure the battery to the palm-rest assembly. 3 Connect the battery cable to the system-board. Postrequisites 1 Replace the power-light board. See "Replacing the Power-Light Board" on page 16. 2 Replace the base cover. See "Replacing the Base Cover" on page 14.
OM_Book.book Page 19 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 6 Speakers WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. See "Removing the Base Cover" on page 13. 2 Remove the power-light board.
OM_Book.book Page 20 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 2 Disconnect the left-speaker cable from the I/O board connector. 3 Release the Mini-Card cables from the routing guide on the left speaker. 4 Remove the two screws that secure the left speaker to the palm-rest assembly. 5 Lift the left speaker off the palm-rest assembly.
OM_Book.book Page 21 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Right Speaker 1 Disconnect the right-speaker cable from the system-board connector. 2 Remove the two screws that secure the right speaker to the palm-rest assembly. 3 Lift the right speaker off the palm-rest assembly.
OM_Book.book Page 22 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Replacing the Speakers Left Speaker 1 Align the screw holes on the left speaker with the screw holes on the palm-rest assembly. 2 Replace the two screws that secure the left speaker to the palm-rest assembly. 3 Route the mini-card cables through the routing guide on the left speaker. 4 Connect the left-speaker cable to the I/O board connector. 5 Connect the I/O cable to the I/O board connector and system-board connector.
OM_Book.book Page 23 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 7 Wireless Mini-Card WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for mini-cards from sources other than Dell.
OM_Book.book Page 24 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Removing the Mini-Card 1 Disconnect the mini-card cables from the connectors on the mini-card. 1 1 mini-card cables (2) 2 Remove the screw that secures the mini-card to the system board. 3 Slide and remove the mini-card out of the system-board connector.
OM_Book.book Page 25 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Replacing the Mini-Card 1 Remove the new mini-card from its packaging. 2 Align the notch on the mini-card with the tab in the system-board connector. CAUTION: Use firm and even pressure to slide the mini-card into place. If you use excessive force, you may damage the connector. CAUTION: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion.
OM_Book.book Page 26 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Postrequisites 1 Replace the right speaker. See "Replacing the Speakers" on page 22. 1 Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 18. 2 Replace the power-light board. See "Replacing the Power-Light Board" on page 16. 3 Replace the base cover. See "Replacing the Base Cover" on page 14. 4 Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11.
OM_Book.book Page 27 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 8 Solid-State Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: To avoid data loss, do not remove the solid-state drive while the computer is On or in Sleep state.
OM_Book.book Page 28 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 3 Slide and remove the solid-state drive out of the system-board connector. 1 2 3 1 screw 3 solid-state drive 2 system-board connector Replacing the Solid-State Drive 1 Align the notch on the solid-state drive with the tab in the system-board connector. CAUTION: Use firm and even pressure to slide the solid-state drive into place. If you use excessive force, you may damage the connector.
OM_Book.book Page 29 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 9 Heat Sink WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. See "Removing the Base Cover" on page 13. 2 Remove the power-light board.
OM_Book.book Page 30 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Replacing the Heat Sink NOTE: The original thermal grease can be reused, if the original system board and heat sink are reinstalled together. If either the system board or the heat sink is replaced, use the thermal pad provided in the kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved. 1 Clean the thermal grease from the bottom of the heat sink and reapply it. 2 Align the screw holes on the heat sink with the screw holes on the system board.
OM_Book.book Page 31 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 10 Fan WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. See "Removing the Base Cover" on page 13. 2 Remove the power-light board.
OM_Book.book Page 32 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 2 Disconnect the power-adapter connector cable from the system-board connector. 3 Release the power-adapter connector cable from the routing guides on the fan. 2 1 1 routing guides 2 power-adapter connector cable 4 Disconnect the fan cable from the I/O board connector. 5 Remove the screws that secure the fan to the palm-rest assembly. 6 Lift the fan off the palm-rest assembly.
OM_Book.book Page 33 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Replacing the Fan 1 Align the screw holes on the fan with the screw holes on the palm-rest assembly. 2 Replace the screws that secure the fan to the palm-rest assembly. 3 Connect the fan cable to the I/O board connector. 4 Route the power-adapter connector cable through the routing guides on the fan. 5 Connect the power-adapter connector cable to the system-board connector.
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OM_Book.book Page 35 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Power-Adapter Connector 11 WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. See "Removing the Base Cover" on page 13. 2 Remove the power-light board.
OM_Book.book Page 36 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 1 1 routing guides 3 mini-card cables (2) 2 3 2 touchpad cable 4 Disconnect the power-adapter connector cable from the system-board connector. 5 Release the power-adapter connector cable from the routing guides on the fan. 6 Remove the screw that secures the power-adapter connector to the palm-rest assembly. 7 Lift the power-adapter connector off the palm-rest assembly.
OM_Book.book Page 37 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 1 1 routing guides 3 power-adapter connector cable 2 2 3 screw Replacing the Power-Adapter Connector 1 Align the screw hole on the power-adapter connector with the screw hole on the palm-rest assembly. 2 Replace the screw that secures the power-adapter connector to the palm-rest assembly. 3 Route the power-adapter connector cable through the routing guides on the fan. 4 Connect the power-adapter connector cable to the system-board connector.
OM_Book.book Page 38 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 7 Connect the mini-card cables to the connectors on the mini-card. The following table provides the mini-card cable color scheme for the mini-card supported by your computer. Connectors on the Mini-Card Mini-Card Cable Color Scheme WLAN + Bluetooth (2 cables) Main WLAN + Bluetooth (white triangle) white Auxiliary WLAN + Bluetooth (black triangle) black Postrequisites 1 Replace the speakers. See "Replacing the Speakers" on page 22.
OM_Book.book Page 39 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM I/O Board 12 WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. See "Removing the Base Cover" on page 13. 2 Remove the power-light board.
OM_Book.book Page 40 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Removing the I/O Board 1 Remove the screw that secures the I/O board to the palm-rest assembly. 2 Lift the I/O board off the palm-rest assembly. 1 1 I/O board 2 2 screw Replacing the I/O Board 1 Align the screw holes on the I/O board with the screw holes on the palm-rest assembly. 2 Replace the screw that secure the I/O board to the palm-rest assembly.
OM_Book.book Page 41 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Postrequisites 1 Replace the fan. See "Replacing the Fan" on page 33. 2 Replace the power-adapter connector. See "Replacing the Power-Adapter Connector" on page 37. 3 Replace the speakers See "Replacing the Speakers" on page 22. 4 Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 18. 5 Replace the power-light board. See "Replacing the Power-Light Board" on page 16. 6 Replace the base cover. See "Replacing the Base Cover" on page 14.
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OM_Book.book Page 43 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 13 System Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. See "Removing the Base Cover" on page 13. 2 Remove the power-light board.
OM_Book.book Page 44 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Removing the System Board NOTE: Your computer’s service tag is stored in the system board. You must enter the service tag in the BIOS after you replace the system-board assembly. NOTE: Before disconnecting the cables from the system board, note the location of the connectors so that you can reconnect them correctly after you replace the system-board assembly. 1 Disconnect the display cable from the connector on the system board.
OM_Book.book Page 45 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 3 Remove the screws that secure the system board to the palm-rest assembly. 2 1 1 system board 2 screws (4) 4 Turn the system board over and place it over the palm-rest assembly. 5 Lift the connector latch and disconnect the keyboard cable from the system board connector.
OM_Book.book Page 46 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 1 1 keyboard cable Replacing the System Board 1 Slide the keyboard cable into the system-board connector and press down on the connector latch to secure the cable. 2 Align the screw holes on the system board with the screw holes on the palm-rest assembly. 3 Replace the screws that secure the system board to the palm-rest assembly. 4 Connect the display cable to the system board connector.
OM_Book.book Page 47 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Postrequisites 1 Replace the fan. See "Replacing the Fan" on page 33. 2 Replace the heat sink. See "Replacing the Heat Sink" on page 30. 3 Replace the solid-state drive. See "Replacing the Solid-State Drive" on page 28. 4 Replace the mini-card. See "Replacing the Mini-Card" on page 25. 5 Replace the right speaker. See "Replacing the Speakers" on page 22. 6 Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 18. 7 Replace the power-light board.
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OM_Book.book Page 49 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 14 Coin-Cell Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: The battery may explode if installed incorrectly. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type.
OM_Book.book Page 50 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Removing the Coin-Cell Battery CAUTION: Removing the coin-cell battery resets the BIOS settings to default. It is recommended that you note the BIOS settings before removing the coin-cell battery. 1 Using a plastic scribe, gently pry out the coin-cell battery out of the battery socket on the system board.
OM_Book.book Page 51 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Postrequisites 1 Replace the system board. See "Replacing the System Board" on page 46. 2 Replace the fan. See "Replacing the Fan" on page 33. 3 Replace the heat sink. See "Replacing the Heat Sink" on page 30. 4 Replace the solid-state drive. See "Replacing the Solid-State Drive" on page 28. 5 Replace the Mini-Card. See "Replacing the Mini-Card" on page 25. 6 Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 18.
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OM_Book.book Page 53 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Display Assembly 15 WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. See "Removing the Base Cover" on page 13. 2 Remove the power-light board.
OM_Book.book Page 54 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 2 Disconnect the power-adapter connector cable from the system-board connector. 3 Release the power-adapter connector cable from the routing guides on the fan. 2 1 1 routing guides 2 power-adapter connector cable 4 Disconnect the mini-card cables from the connectors on the mini-card. 5 Lift the connector latch and pull the pull-tab to disconnect the touchpad cable from the connector on the system board.
OM_Book.book Page 55 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 6 Release the mini-card cables from the routing guides. 1 2 1 routing guides 3 mini-card cables (2) 3 2 touchpad cable 7 Remove the screws that secure the display assembly to the palm-rest assembly.
OM_Book.book Page 56 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 8 Gently lift the palm-rest assembly to a 90-degree angle and then release the palm-rest assembly off the display assembly. 1 2 3 1 palm-rest assembly 3 display hinges (2) 2 screws (4) Replacing the Display Assembly 1 Slide and place the palm-rest assembly over the display assembly. 2 Press down on the display hinges and ensure that the screw holes on the display hinges align with the screw holes on the palm-rest assembly.
OM_Book.book Page 57 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 6 Connect the mini-card cables to the connectors on the mini-card. The following table provides the mini-card cable color scheme for the mini-card supported by your computer. Connectors on the Mini-Card Mini-Card Cable Color Scheme WLAN + Bluetooth (2 cables) Main WLAN + Bluetooth (white triangle) white Auxiliary WLAN + Bluetooth (black triangle) black 7 Route the power-adapter connector cable through the routing guides on the fan.
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OM_Book.book Page 59 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Keyboard 16 WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. See "Removing the Base Cover" on page 13. 2 Remove the power-light board.
OM_Book.book Page 60 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Removing the Keyboard 1 Remove the screw that secures the mini-card clamp. 2 Remove the mini-card clamp off the palm-rest assembly. 1 2 3 1 screw 3 keyboard 2 mini-card clamp 3 Remove the screws that secure the keyboard to the palm-rest assembly. 4 Lift the keyboard off the palm-rest assembly.
OM_Book.book Page 61 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Replacing the Keyboard 1 Align the screw holes on the keyboard with the screw holes on the palmrest assembly. 2 Replace the screws that secure the keyboard to the palm-rest assembly. 3 Align the screw hole on the mini-card clamp with the screw hole on the palm-rest assembly. 4 Replace the screw that secures the mini-card clamp to the palm-rest assembly. Postrequisites 1 Replace the system board. See "Replacing the System Board" on page 46.
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OM_Book.book Page 63 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 17 Palm-Rest Assembly WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. See "Removing the Base Cover" on page 13. 2 Remove the power-light board.
OM_Book.book Page 64 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Removing the Palm-Rest Assembly 1 Remove the screws that secure the display assembly to the palm-rest assembly. 2 Gently lift the palm-rest assembly to a 90-degree angle and then release the palm-rest assembly off the display assembly. CAUTION: Carefully separate the palm-rest assembly from the display assembly to avoid damage to the display assembly.
OM_Book.book Page 65 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Postrequisites 1 Replace the keyboard. See "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 61. 2 Replace the system board. See "Replacing the System Board" on page 46. 3 Replace I/O board. See "Replacing the I/O Board" on page 40. 4 Replace the fan. See "Replacing the Fan" on page 33. 5 Replace the power-adapter connector. See "Replacing the Power-Adapter Connector" on page 37. 6 Replace the heat sink. See "Replacing the Heat Sink" on page 30.
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OM_Book.book Page 68 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Setup Item — This field appears on the left side of the system setup window. The field is a scrollable list containing features that define the configuration of your computer, including installed hardware, power conservation, and security features. Scroll up and down the list with the up- and down-arrow keys. As an option is highlighted, the Help Screen displays more information about that option and available settings.
OM_Book.book Page 69 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM CPU Cache L1 Cache Displays the processor L1 cache size. L2 Cache Displays the processor L2 cache size. L3 Cache Displays the processor L3 cache size. Fixed HDD Displays the device name and size. AC Adapter Type Displays the device name and type. System Memory Displays the system memory. Extended Memory Displays the extended memory. Memory Speed Displays the memory speed. Keyboard Type Displays the keyboard type.
OM_Book.book Page 70 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Battery Health Displays the battery health of your computer. Intel (R) Smart Connect Technology If enabled, allows your computer to check for updates even when in Sleep state. Intel (R) Rapid Start Technology iRST Support If enabled, will allow you to configure a RAID controller on your system. Entry on S3 RTC wake If enabled, will wake the computer before it reaches the hibernate state.
OM_Book.book Page 71 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM Boot Boot Priority Order Removable Drive Allows you to boot the system using a removable (external) drive. Hard Drive Allows you to boot the system from the primary hard drive. USB Storage Device Allows you to boot the system from a USB storage device. CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive Allows you to boot the system from the optical drive. Exit Exit Saving Changes Allows you to save the changes made and exit the BIOS.
OM_Book.book Page 72 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM NOTE: To boot to a USB device, the device must be bootable. To ensure that your device is bootable, check the device documentation. • CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive — The computer attempts to boot from the optical drive. If no disc is in the drive, or if the disc is not bootable, the computer generates an error message.
OM_Book.book Page 73 Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:30 PM 19 Flashing the BIOS The BIOS may require flashing when an update is available or when replacing the system board. To flash the BIOS: 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Go to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer: NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located on a label at the bottom of your computer. For more information, see the Quick Start Guide that shipped with your computer.
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