ALIENWARE® M17x SERVICE MANUAL 01 / 01
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. The contents herein are subject to change without notice. © 2009 Dell Inc. All rights reserved.
CONTENTS CONTENTS CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Recommended Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Turning Off Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Before Working Inside Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CONTENTS CHAPTER 11: BRACKETS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Removing the Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Replacing the Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 CHAPTER 16: WIRELESS MINI-CARD(S) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CONTENTS CHAPTER 22: SPEAKERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Removing the Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Replacing the Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 CHAPTER 23: CONSUMER IR BOARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN This section 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 7 and “Before Working Inside Your Computer” on page 8. You have read the safety information that shipped with your computer.
CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN Recommended Tools The procedures in this document may require the following tools: • • • • Small flat-blade screwdriver Phillips screwdriver Processor extraction tool BIOS upgrade CD Turning Off Your Computer 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.
CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage and to help to ensure your own personal safety. WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Handle components and cards with care.
CHAPTER 2: BATTERY PACK CHAPTER 2: BATTERY PACK CHAPTER 2: BATTERY PACK 09 / 09
CHAPTER 2: BATTERY PACK Battery Pack 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.
CHAPTER 2: BATTERY PACK Removing the Battery Pack 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 6. Turn the computer over. Slide the battery latch to the unlock position as shown. The battery pack will pop up. Remove the battery pack. 1 2 3 Replacing the Battery Pack 4 1. Align the battery pack tabs with the slots in the battery bay. 2. Slide the battery pack into the battery bay until the battery pack clicks into place.
CHAPTER 3: COMPARTMENT DOOR CHAPTER 3: COMPARTMENT DOOR CHAPTER 3: COMPARTMENT DOOR 012 / 012
CHAPTER 3: COMPARTMENT DOOR Compartment Door 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.
CHAPTER 3: COMPARTMENT DOOR Removing the Compartment Door 3 1. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 6. 2. Remove the battery pack (see “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 11). 3. Loosen the two captive screws and remove the compartment door. 2 1 Replacing the Compartment Door 1. Align the compartment door tabs with the slots on the base of the computer. 2. Place the compartment door and tighten the two captive screws. 3.
CHAPTER 4: HARD DRIVE(S) CHAPTER 4: HARD DRIVE(S) CHAPTER 4: HARD DRIVE(S) 015 / 015
CHAPTER 4: HARD DRIVE(S) Hard Drive(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: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the drive is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive.
CHAPTER 4: HARD DRIVE(S) Removing the Hard Drive(s) 1. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 6. 2. Remove the battery pack (see “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 11). 3. Remove the compartment door (see “Removing the Compartment Door” on page 14). 4. Loosen the four captive screws that secure the primary hard drive (HDD0). 5. Using the pull tab, slide the primary hard drive (HDD0) towards the back of the hard drive bay and lift it out. 6.
CHAPTER 4: HARD DRIVE(S) 7. Remove the four screws that secure the hard drive bracket to the hard drive. 8. Slide the hard drive out of the hard drive bracket. 3 9. Remove the interposer from the secondary hard drive (HDD1), if applicable.
CHAPTER 4: HARD DRIVE(S) Replacing the Hard Drive(s) 1. Remove the new drive from its packaging. Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive. CAUTION: Use firm and even pressure to slide the drive into place. If you use excessive force, you may damage the connector. 2. 3. 4. 5. Connect the interposer to the secondary hard drive (HDD1), if applicable. Slide the hard drive into the hard drive bracket. Replace the four screws that secure the hard drive bracket to the hard drive.
CHAPTER 5: PROCESSOR THERMAL FAN CHAPTER 5: PROCESSOR THERMAL FAN CHAPTER 5: PROCESSOR THERMAL FAN 020 / 020
CHAPTER 5: PROCESSOR THERMAL FAN Processor Thermal Fan 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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
CHAPTER 5: PROCESSOR THERMAL FAN Removing the Processor Thermal Fan 1. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 6. 2. Remove the battery pack (see “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 11). 3. Remove the compartment door (see “Removing the Compartment Door” on page 14). 4. Loosen the three captive screws that secure the processor thermal fan to the computer. 5. Disconnect the processor thermal fan cable from the system board connector. 6. Lift the processor thermal fan off the computer.
CHAPTER 6: COIN-CELL BATTERY CHAPTER 6: COIN-CELL BATTERY CHAPTER 6: COIN-CELL BATTERY 023 / 023
CHAPTER 6: COIN-CELL BATTERY Coin-Cell Battery 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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
CHAPTER 6: COIN-CELL BATTERY Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 2 1. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 6. 2. Remove the battery pack (see “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 11). 3. Remove the compartment door (see “Removing the Compartment Door” on page 14). 4. Disconnect the coin-cell battery cable from the system board connector. 5. Lift the coin-cell battery off the computer base. Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 1. Place the coin-cell battery in the slot on the computer base.
CHAPTER 7: MEMORY MODULE(S) CHAPTER 7: MEMORY MODULE(S) CHAPTER 7: MEMORY MODULE(S) You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See the specifications in your Mobile Manual or in the Comprehensive Specifications at support.dell.com for information on the memory supported by your computer. Install only memory modules that are supported by your computer. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty.
CHAPTER 7: MEMORY MODULE(S) 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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
CHAPTER 7: MEMORY MODULE(S) Removing the Memory Module(s) 1. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 6. 2. Remove the battery pack (see “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 11). 3. Remove the compartment door (see “Removing the Compartment Door” on page 14). 4. Loosen the captive screw and slide the memory module door out of the computer base.
CHAPTER 7: MEMORY MODULE(S) 5. Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the spring-locks on the memory module connector until the module pops up. 6. Remove the memory module. 5 4 3 Replacing the Memory Module(s) CAUTION: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the lower connector before you install a module in the upper connector. 1. Align the notch on the memory module with the tab on the memory module connector. 2.
CHAPTER 7: MEMORY MODULE(S) 3. Replace and tighten the captive screw that secures the memory module door to the computer base. 4. Replace the compartment door (see “Replacing the Compartment Door” on page 14). 5. Replace the battery pack (see “Replacing the Battery Pack” on page 11). CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer. 6. Turn on the computer.
CHAPTER 8: CENTER CONTROL COVER CHAPTER 9: CENTER CONTROL COVER CHAPTER 8: CENTER CONTROL COVER 031 / 031
CHAPTER 8: CENTER CONTROL COVER Center Control 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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
CHAPTER 8: CENTER CONTROL COVER Removing the Center Control Cover 1. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 6. 2. Remove the battery pack (see “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 11). 3. Remove the compartment door (see “Removing the Compartment Door” on page 14). 4. Remove the two screws that secure the center control cover to the computer base.
CHAPTER 8: CENTER CONTROL COVER 5. Turn the computer top side up, and open the display as far as it will open. CAUTION: Be extremely careful when removing the center control cover. The center control cover along with the cable that attaches it to the system board connector are very fragile. 7. Turn the center control cover as shown in the illustration. 8. Release the connector latch to disconnect the cable from the center control cover connector. 9. Lift the center control cover off the computer. 6.
CHAPTER 8: CENTER CONTROL COVER Replacing the Center Control Cover 1. Slide the cable into the center control cover connector and pull down the connector latch to secure the cable to the connector. 2. Align the center control cover with the computer and snap the cover in place. 3. Turn the computer over and replace the two screws that secure the center control cover to the computer base. 4. Replace the compartment door (see “Replacing the Compartment Door” on page 14). 5.
CHAPTER 9: KEYBOARD CHAPTER 10: KEYBOARD CHAPTER 9: KEYBOARD 036 / 036
CHAPTER 9: KEYBOARD Keyboard 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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
CHAPTER 9: KEYBOARD Removing the Keyboard 1. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 6. 2. Remove the battery pack (see “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 11). 3. Remove the center control cover (see “Removing the Center Control Cover” on page 33). 4. Remove the five screws that secure the keyboard to the computer. CAUTION: Be extremely careful when removing the keyboard. The keyboard along with the cables that attach it to the system board connector are very fragile. 5.
CHAPTER 9: KEYBOARD 6. Turn the keyboard over. 7. Release the connector latches and disconnect the keyboard cable and keyboard light cable from the respective system board connectors. 8. Lift the keyboard off the computer. Replacing the Keyboard 1. Slide the keyboard cable and the keyboard light cable into the respective system board connectors and pull down the connector latches to secure the cables to the connectors. 2. Align the tabs on the keyboard with the slots on the chassis. 3.
CHAPTER 10: PALM REST CHAPTER 8: PALM REST CHAPTER 10: PALM REST 040 / 040
CHAPTER 10: PALM REST Palm Rest 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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
CHAPTER 10: PALM REST Removing the Palm Rest 1. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 6. 2. Remove the battery pack (see “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 11). 3. Remove the three screws that secure the palm rest to the computer base.
CHAPTER 10: PALM REST 4. Turn the computer over and slide the palm rest out as shown in the illustration. CAUTION: Be extremely careful when removing the palm rest. The palm rest along with the cable that attaches the touch pad to the system board connector are very fragile. 5. Ease the palm rest up until you see the cable that attaches the touch pad to the system board connector. 6.
CHAPTER 10: PALM REST Replacing the Palm Rest 1. Slide the touch pad cable into the touch pad connector and push the connector tabs to secure the cable to the connector. 2. Align the tabs on the palm rest with the slots on the computer. 3. Slide the palm rest into position. 4. Turn the computer over and replace the three screws that secure the palm rest to the computer base. 5. Replace the battery pack (see “Replacing the Battery Pack” on page 11).
CHAPTER 11: BRACKETS CHAPTER 11: BRACKETS CHAPTER 11: BRACKETS 045 / 045
CHAPTER 11: BRACKETS Brackets 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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
CHAPTER 11: BRACKETS Removing the Brackets 3 1. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 6. 2. Remove the battery pack (see “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 11). 3. Remove the center control cover (see “Removing the Center Control Cover” on page 33). 4. Remove the keyboard (see “Removing the Keyboard” on page 38). 5. Loosen the four captive screws that secure the left and right brackets to the computer base. 6. Lift the left and right brackets off the computer.
CHAPTER 12: MAGNESIUM COVER CHAPTER 11: MAGNESIUM COVER CHAPTER 12: MAGNESIUM COVER 048 / 048
CHAPTER 12: MAGNESIUM COVER Magnesium 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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
CHAPTER 12: MAGNESIUM COVER Removing the Magnesium Cover 1. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 6. 2. Remove the battery pack (see “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 11). 3. Remove the center control cover (see “Removing the Center Control Cover” on page 33). 4. Remove the keyboard (see “Removing the Keyboard” on page 38). 5. Remove the palm rest (see “Removing the Palm Rest” on page 42). 6.
CHAPTER 12: MAGNESIUM COVER 8. Remove the left and right brackets (see “Removing the Brackets” on page 47). 9. Remove the ten screws that secure the magnesium cover to the computer base. 10. Lift the magnesium cover off the computer. Replacing the Magnesium Cover 1. Replace the magnesium cover on the computer base. 2. Replace the ten screws that secure the magnesium cover to the computer base. 3. Replace the left and right brackets (see “Replacing the Brackets” on page 47). 4.
CHAPTER 13: DISPLAY CHAPTER 12: DISPLAY CHAPTER 13: DISPLAY 052 / 052
CHAPTER 13: DISPLAY Display 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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
CHAPTER 13: DISPLAY 8. Remove the four screws (two from each hinge) that secure the display assembly to the computer base. 9. Bend the display assembly towards the computer base at a 45-degree angle and lift the display assembly off the computer.
CHAPTER 13: DISPLAY Replacing the Display Assembly 1. Align the screw holes on the display hinges with the computer base. 2. Replace the four screws (two on each hinge) that secure the display assembly to the computer base. 3. Replace the magnesium cover (see “Replacing the Magnesium Cover” on page 51). 4. Replace the left and right brackets (see “Replacing the Brackets” on page 47). 5. Replace the palm rest (see “Replacing the Palm Rest” on page 44). 6.
CHAPTER 13: DISPLAY Display Back Cover 1 Removing the Display Back Cover 1. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 6. 2. Remove the battery pack (see “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 11). 3. Remove the center control cover (see “Removing the Center Control Cover” on page 33). 4. Remove the keyboard (see “Removing the Keyboard” on page 38). 5. Remove the palm rest (see “Removing the Palm Rest” on page 42). 6.
CHAPTER 13: DISPLAY 10. Slide the display back cover door out and lift it off the display assembly. 11. Remove the two screws that secure the display back cover to the display assembly. 12. Disconnect the AlienHead cable from the connector. 13. Slide the display back cover up and lift it off the display assembly.
CHAPTER 13: DISPLAY Replacing the Display Back Cover 1. Align the display back cover with the back of the display assembly and slide it into position. 2. Connect the AlienHead cable to the connector. 3. Replace the two screws that secure the display back cover with the display assembly. 4. Slide the display back cover door in place. 5. Turn the display assembly over and replace the two screws that secure the display back cover door to the display assembly. 6.
CHAPTER 13: DISPLAY AlienHead Board Removing the AlienHead Board 1. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 6. 2. Remove the battery pack (see “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 11). 3. Remove the center control cover (see “Removing the Center Control Cover” on page 33). 4. Remove the keyboard (see “Removing the Keyboard” on page 38). 5. Remove the palm rest (see “Removing the Palm Rest” on page 42). 6. Remove the left and right brackets (see “Removing the Brackets” on page 47). 7.
CHAPTER 13: DISPLAY Replacing the AlienHead Board 1. Align the AlienHead board with the tab on the display back cover and slide it into position. 2. Replace the screw that secures the AlienHead board to the display back cover. 3. Replace the display back cover (see “Replacing the Display Back Cover” on page 58). 4. Replace the display assembly (see “Replacing the Display Assembly” on page 55). 5. Replace the magnesium cover (see “Replacing the Magnesium Cover” on page 51). 6.
CHAPTER 14: INPUT/OUTPUT BOARD CHAPTER 13: INPUT/OUTPUT BOARD CHAPTER 14: INPUT/OUTPUT BOARD 061 / 061
CHAPTER 14: INPUT/OUTPUT BOARD Input/Output 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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
CHAPTER 14: INPUT/OUTPUT BOARD 8. Release the connector latches on both ends of the ExpressCard cable and remove the cable. 2 9. Disconnect the speaker cable, right speaker light cable, and audio cable from the respective connectors on the system board and remove the cables from the routing guides.
CHAPTER 14: INPUT/OUTPUT BOARD 10. Remove the three screws that secure the input/output board to the system board and remove the earthing cable. 11. Tilt the input/output board at an angle and lift it out of the computer base. 3 2 1 Replacing the Input/Output Board 1. Place the input/output board in the computer base. 2. Replace the earthing cable and the three screws that secure the input/ output board to the system board. 3.
CHAPTER 15: OPTICAL DRIVE CHAPTER 14: OPTICAL DRIVE CHAPTER 15: OPTICAL DRIVE 065 / 065
CHAPTER 15: OPTICAL DRIVE Optical Drive 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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
CHAPTER 15: OPTICAL DRIVE 9. Remove the two screws that secure the optical drive to the computer base. 10. Release the connector latch and disconnect the optical drive cable from the system board connector. 11. Remove the five screws that secure the optical drive bracket to the optical drive.
CHAPTER 15: OPTICAL DRIVE 12. Disconnect the optical drive cable from the optical drive and remove the cable. 1 2 1 optical drive 2 optical drive cable Replacing the Optical Drive 1. Connect the optical drive cable to the optical drive. 2. Replace the five screws that secure the optical drive bracket to the optical drive. 3. Place the optical drive in the computer base. 4.
CHAPTER 16: WIRELESS MINI-CARD(S) If you ordered a wireless Mini-Card with your computer, the card is already installed.
CHAPTER 16: WIRELESS MINI-CARD(S) Wireless Mini-Card(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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
CHAPTER 16: WIRELESS MINI-CARD(S) Removing the Mini-Card(s) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 6. Remove the battery pack (see “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 11). Remove the palm rest (see “Removing the Palm Rest” on page 42). Disconnect the antenna cables from the Mini-Card. Pull back the securing clips to release the Mini-Cards.
CHAPTER 16: WIRELESS MINI-CARD(S) 6. Lift the Mini-Card at an angle and remove it from the system board connector. CAUTION: When the Mini-Card is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging. For more information, see “Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge” in the safety information that shipped with your computer.
CHAPTER 16: WIRELESS MINI-CARD(S) Replacing the Mini-Card(s) 1. Remove the new Mini-Card from its packaging. CAUTION: Use firm and even pressure to slide the card into place. If you use excessive force, you may damage the connector. 2. Insert the Mini-Card at a 45-degree angle into the appropriate system board connector. For example, the WLAN card connector is labeled WLAN and so on. 3. Press the other end of the Mini-Card down into the slot on the system board until it clicks into place. 4.
CHAPTER 17: PROCESSOR HEAT SINK CHAPTER 16: PROCESSOR HEAT SINK CHAPTER 17: PROCESSOR HEAT SINK 074 / 074
CHAPTER 17: PROCESSOR HEAT SINK Processor Heat Sink 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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
CHAPTER 17: PROCESSOR HEAT SINK Removing the Processor Heat Sink 1. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 6. 2. Remove the battery pack (see “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 11). 3. Remove the center control cover (see “Removing the Center Control Cover” on page 33). 4. Remove the keyboard (see “Removing the Keyboard” on page 38). 5. Remove the palm rest (see “Removing the Palm Rest” on page 42). 6. Remove the left and right brackets (see “Removing the Brackets” on page 47). 7.
CHAPTER 17: PROCESSOR HEAT SINK Replacing the Processor Heat Sink 1. Peel the backing off the thermal cooling pads attached to the new processor heat sink. NOTE: If the processor heat sink is replaced, the thermal cooling pads will be attached to the new processor heat sink. Do not reuse the old thermal cooling pads. 2. Place the processor heat sink on the system board. 3. Tighten the six captive screws that secure the processor heat sink to the system board. 4.
CHAPTER 18: GRAPHICS CARD(S) CHAPTER 17: GRAPHICS CARD(S) CHAPTER 18: GRAPHICS CARD(S) Your computer may have a single graphics or dual graphics configuration. The graphics card on the left is the primary graphics card and the graphics card on the right is the secondary graphics card. In a single graphics configuration, your computer will only have a primary graphics card.
CHAPTER 18: GRAPHICS CARD(S) Graphics Card(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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
CHAPTER 18: GRAPHICS CARD(S) Removing the Graphics Card(s) 1. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 6. 2. Remove the battery pack (see “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 11). 3. Remove the center control cover (see “Removing the Center Control Cover” on page 33). 4. Remove the keyboard (see “Removing the Keyboard” on page 38). 5. To remove the secondary graphics card, if applicable: a. Remove the right bracket (see “Removing the Brackets” on page 47). b.
CHAPTER 18: GRAPHICS CARD(S) 6. To remove the primary graphics card: a. Remove the left bracket (see “Removing the Brackets” on page 47). b. Remove the two screws that secure the primary graphics card to the system board. c. Lift the primary graphics card at an angle and remove it from the system board connector. 2 1 Replacing the Graphics Card(s) 1. To replace the primary graphics card: a. Insert the primary graphics card at a 45-degree angle into the system board connector. b.
CHAPTER 19: GRAPHICS CARD FAN(S) CHAPTER 18: GRAPHICS CARD FAN(S) CHAPTER 19: GRAPHICS CARD FAN(S) Your computer may have a single graphics or dual graphics configuration. The graphics card on the left is the primary graphics card and the graphics card on the right is the secondary graphics card. The primary graphics card will have a primary graphics card fan and the secondary graphics card will have a secondary graphics card fan.
CHAPTER 19: GRAPHICS CARD FAN(S) Graphics Card Fan(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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
CHAPTER 19: GRAPHICS CARD FAN(S) Removing the Graphics Card Fan(s) 1. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 6. 2. Remove the battery pack (see “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 11). 3. Remove the center control cover (see “Removing the Center Control Cover” on page 33). 4. Remove the keyboard (see “Removing the Keyboard” on page 38). 5. Remove the left bracket (see “Removing the Brackets” on page 47). 6.
CHAPTER 19: GRAPHICS CARD FAN(S) Replacing the Graphics Card Fan(s) 1. Place the graphics card fan in the computer base. 2. Tighten the three captive screws that secure the graphics card fan to the computer base. 3. Connect the graphics card fan cable to the system board connector. 4. Replace the primary graphics card (see “Replacing the Graphics Card(s)” on page 81). 5. Replace the left bracket (see “Replacing the Brackets” on page 47). 6.
CHAPTER 20: GRAPHICS CARD BLANK CHAPTER 19: GRAPHICS CARD BLANK CHAPTER 20: GRAPHICS CARD BLANK If your computer has a dual graphics configuration, the secondary graphics card is already installed on the right side of the computer base (to remove and replace the graphics card see the instructions in “Graphics Card(s) on page 78” and “Graphics Card Fan(s) on page 82). If you do not have a secondary graphics card, your computer will have a graphics card blank instead.
CHAPTER 20: GRAPHICS CARD BLANK Graphics Card Blank 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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
CHAPTER 20: GRAPHICS CARD BLANK Removing the Graphics Card Blank 1. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 6. 2. Remove the battery pack (see “Removing the Battery Pack” on page 11). 3. Remove the center control cover (see “Removing the Center Control Cover” on page 33). 4. Remove the keyboard (see “Removing the Keyboard” on page 38). 5. Remove the right bracket (see “Removing the Brackets” on page 47). 6.
CHAPTER 21: SYSTEM BOARD CHAPTER 20: SYSTEM BOARD CHAPTER 21: SYSTEM BOARD The system board’s BIOS chip contains the Service Tag, which is also visible on a barcode label on the bottom of the computer. The replacement kit for the system board includes a CD that provides a utility for transferring the Service Tag to the replacement system board.
CHAPTER 21: SYSTEM BOARD 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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
CHAPTER 21: SYSTEM BOARD 13. Remove the input/output board (see “Removing the Input/Output Board” on page 62). 14. Remove the optical drive (see “Removing the Optical Drive” on page 66). 15. Remove the Mini-Card(s) (see “Removing the Mini-Card(s)” on page 71). 16. Remove the processor heat sink (see “Removing the Processor Heat Sink” on page 76). 17. Remove the graphics card(s) (see “Removing the Graphics Card(s)” on page 80). 18.
CHAPTER 21: SYSTEM BOARD Replacing the System Board 1. Insert the system board at an angle into the computer base. 2. Connect the consumer IR cable to the connectors on the system board and the consumer IR board. 3. Connect the left speaker light cable to the system board connector. 4. Replace the five screws that secure the system board to the computer base. 5. Replace the graphics card blank, if applicable (see “Replacing the Graphics Card Blank” on page 88). 6.
CHAPTER 22: SPEAKERS CHAPTER 21: SPEAKERS CHAPTER 22: SPEAKERS 093 / 093
CHAPTER 22: SPEAKERS Speakers 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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
CHAPTER 22: SPEAKERS Removing the Speakers 1. 2. 3. 4. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 6. Remove the system board (see “Removing the System Board” on page 90). Remove the speaker cables from the routing guides. Lift the speakers off the computer base. Replacing the Speakers 1 1. Place the speakers on the computer base. 2. Route the speaker cables into the routing guides. 3. Replace the system board (see “Replacing the System Board” on page 92).
CHAPTER 23: CONSUMER IR BOARD CHAPTER 22: CONSUMER IR BOARD CHAPTER 23: CONSUMER IR BOARD 096 / 096
CHAPTER 23: CONSUMER IR BOARD Consumer IR 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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
CHAPTER 23: CONSUMER IR BOARD Removing the Consumer IR Board 1. 2. 3. 4. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 6. Remove the system board (see “Removing the System Board” on page 90). Remove the speakers (see “Removing the Speakers” on page 95). Remove the two screws that secure the consumer IR board to the computer base. 5. Lift the consumer IR board off the computer base. Replacing the Consumer IR Board 1 1. Place the consumer IR board on the computer base. 2.
CHAPTER 24: BATTERY LATCH ASSEMBLY CHAPTER 23: BATTERY LATCH ASSEMBLY CHAPTER 24: BATTERY LATCH ASSEMBLY 099 / 099
CHAPTER 24: BATTERY LATCH ASSEMBLY Battery Latch Assembly 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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
CHAPTER 24: BATTERY LATCH ASSEMBLY Removing the Battery Latch Assembly 1. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 6. 2. Remove the system board (see “Removing the System Board” on page 90). 3. Press and push the plastic clip on the battery release latch to release it from the battery latch assembly. 4. Using a screwdriver, remove the latch spring from the hook on the battery latch assembly. 5. Lift the battery latch assembly out of the computer base.
CHAPTER 25: FLASHING THE BIOS CHAPTER 24: FLASHING THE BIOS CHAPTER 25: FLASHING THE BIOS 0102 / 0102
CHAPTER 25: FLASHING THE BIOS Flashing the BIOS 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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
CHAPTER 25: FLASHING THE BIOS Flashing the BIOS from the Hard Drive 1. Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in, the main battery is properly installed, and a network cable is attached. 2. Turn on the computer. 3. Locate the latest BIOS update file for your computer at support.dell.com. 4. Click Drivers & Downloads→ Select Model. 5. Select the type of product in the Select Your Product Family list. 6. Select the product brand in the Select Your Product Line list. 7.
