Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Troubleshooting Before Working on Your Computer Battery Slice Hard Drive Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Card Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Card Memory Latitude On™ Card LED Dashboard Cover Keyboard Display Assembly Camera Palm Rest Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Smart Card System Fan Optical Drive Radio Switch Board Coin-Cell Battery Speaker Assembly System Board Flashing the BIOS Pro
Troubleshooting: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Troubleshooting Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Tools Dell Diagnostics Solving Problems Dell Technical Update Service Dell Support Utility CAUTION: 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 on www.dell.com at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Troubleshooting: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Too many devices on a power strip Multiple power strips connected to the same electrical outlet Diagnostic Lights CAUTION: 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 on www.dell.com at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Your computer has three keyboard status lights located above the keyboard.
Troubleshooting: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual keyboard failure has occurred. If available, connect an external keyboard. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see Contacting Dell). System Messages NOTE: If the message you received is not listed in the table, see the documentation for either the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared. Decreasing available memory — See Lockups and Software Problems.
Troubleshooting: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Not a boot diskette — Insert a bootable floppy disk and restart your computer. Power warning messages have been disabled. run the setup utility to enable these messages. — For information on using the system setup program, see the Dell Technology Guide on your computer or at support.dell.com. Read failure on internal hard drive — See Drive Problems. Read failure on second internal hard drive — See Drive Problems.
Troubleshooting: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual WARNING: The second battery cannot be identified. this system will be unable to charge batteries until this battery is removed. — For computers with two batteries installed, the secondary battery may be installed incorrectly, or the battery or system board may be defective. WARNING: The batteries cannot be identified. this system will be unable to charge batteries until this battery is removed.
Troubleshooting: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 2. Type hardware troubleshooter in the search field and press to start the search. 3. In the search results, select the option that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. Windows XP: 1. Click Start® Help and Support. 2. Type hardware troubleshooter in the search field and press to start the search. 3. In the Fix a Problem section, click Hardware Troubleshooter. 4.
Troubleshooting: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual If failures are detected during the Pre-boot System Assessment, write down the error code(s) and see Contacting Dell. If the Pre-boot System Assessment completes successfully, the following message appears: "Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. Press any key to continue.
Troubleshooting: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 7. At the Dell Diagnostics Menu, type 1 to select Dell 32-bit Diagnostics for Resource CD (graphical user interface). 8. Press to select Test System and then press . NOTE: It is recommended that you select Test System to run a complete test on your computer. Selecting Test Memory initiates the extended memory test, which can take up to thirty minutes or more to complete.
Troubleshooting: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual NOTE: It is recommended that you select Extended Test to perform a more thorough check of devices in the computer. For any problem encountered during a test, a message appears with an error code and a description of the problem. Write down the error code and problem description exactly as it appears and follow the instructions on the screen. If you cannot resolve the problem, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 112).
Troubleshooting: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual CAUTION: 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 on www.dell.com at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Ensure that Microsoft Windows Recognizes the drive — Windows Vista: Click the Windows Vista Start button and click Computer. Windows XP: Click Start and click My Computer.
Troubleshooting: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Turn off standby mode in Windows before writing to a disc — Search for the keyword standby in Windows Help and Support for information on power management modes. Hard drive problems Run Check Disk — Windows Vista: and click Computer. 1. Click Start 2. Right-click Local Disk C:. 3. Click Properties® Tools® Check Now. The User Account Control window may appear.
Troubleshooting: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 1. 2. 3. 4. Click Start ® Control Panel® Programs® Programs and Features. Select the program you want to remove. Click Uninstall. See the program documentation for installation instructions. Windows XP: 1. 2. 3. 4. Click Start® Control Panel® Add or Remove Programs® Programs and Features. Select the program you want to remove. Click Uninstall. See the program documentation for installation instructions. drive letter :\ is not accessible.
Troubleshooting: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: 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 on www.dell.com at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. The computer does not start up Check the diagnostic lights — See Diagnostic Lights. Ensure that the power cable is firmly connected to the computer and to the electrical outlet.
Troubleshooting: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in an environment similar to non-XP operating system environments. 1. Click Start® All Programs® Accessories® Program Compatibility Wizard® Next. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Troubleshooting: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Check the network cable connector — Ensure that the network cable is firmly inserted into the network connector on the back of the computer and the network jack. Check the network lights on the back of the computer — If the link integrity light is off, no network communication is occurring.
Troubleshooting: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual CAUTION: 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 on www.dell.com at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTE: If you need technical assistance for your printer, contact the printer's manufacturer. Check the printer documentation — See the printer documentation for setup and troubleshooting information.
Troubleshooting: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Windows XP: 1. Click Start® Control Panel® Printers and Other Hardware® Scanners and Cameras. 2. If your scanner is listed, Windows recognizes the scanner. Reinstall the scanner driver — See the scanner documentation for instructions. Sound and Speaker Problems CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer.
Troubleshooting: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 2. Try adjusting the settings. Check the mouse cable — Shut down the computer. Disconnect the mouse cable, check it for damage, and firmly reconnect the cable. If you are using a mouse extension cable, disconnect it and connect the mouse directly to the computer. To verify that the problem is with the mouse, check the touch pad — 1. Shut down the computer. 2. Disconnect the mouse. 3. Turn on the computer. 4.
Troubleshooting: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Adjust the Windows display settings — Windows Vista: ® Control Panel® Hardware and Sound® Personalization® Display Settings. 1. Click Start 2. Adjust Resolution and Colors settings, as needed. Windows XP: 1. Click Start® Control Panel® Appearance and Themes. 2. Click the area you want to change or click the Display icon. 3. Try different settings for Color quality and Screen resolution. Only part of the display is readable Connect an external monitor — 1.
Troubleshooting: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Clicking the Dell Support Icon Click or right-click the icon to perform the following tasks: Check your computing environment. View the Dell Support Utility settings. Access the help file for the Dell Support Utility. View frequently asked questions. Learn more about the Dell Support Utility. Turn the Dell Support Utility off.
Before Working on Your Computer: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Before Working on Your Computer Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Recommended Tools What You Need to Know For Your Safety After Working on Your Computer This document provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that: You have performed the steps in this section.
Before Working on Your Computer: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 1. Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent the computer cover from being scratched. 2. Shut down your computer. In Microsoft ® Windows ® Vista®, click Start off your computer. , click the arrow icon, and then click Shut Down to turn In Microsoft Windows XP, click Start® Shutdown® Shutdown. NOTE: Ensure that the computer is off and not in a power management mode.
Before Working on Your Computer: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual After Working on Your Computer After you have completed the replacement procedures, ensure you connect the external devices, cards, cables, and so on, before turning on your computer. NOTE: To avoid damage to the computer, use only the battery designed for this particular Dell computer. Do not use batteries designed for other Dell computers. 1.
Battery Slice: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Battery Slice Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Top View Bottom View Detaching the Battery Slice Attaching the Battery Slice The battery slice attaches to the bottom of the laptop, and can be charged while attached to the laptop or separately. Top View 1 docking connector 2 AC adapter connector 3 power status light 4 release lever Bottom View file:///C|/Biz%20Client/2015/Lola%20(Defect%20Fix)/bslice.
Battery Slice: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 1 charge gauge lights Detaching the Battery Slice 1. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. Set the power management settings so that the computer does not enter sleep, standby, or hibernate mode when you close (lower) the display: Microsoft® Windows® XP a. Click Start® Control Panel® Performance and Maintenance® Power Options® Advanced. b. Under When I close the lid of my portable computer, select Do nothing. Windows Vista® a.
Battery Slice: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 1 laptop 2 docking connector 3 battery slice 4 battery slice hooks (2) 2. Press the laptop onto the battery slice until you feel a click to indicate that the laptop is firmly seated. 3. Turn on the laptop. Back to Contents Page file:///C|/Biz%20Client/2015/Lola%20(Defect%20Fix)/bslice.
Hard Drive: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell. Removing the Hard Drive CAUTION: Before working inside the computer, read the safety information that shipped with the computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.
Hard Drive: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 1 M3 x 3-mm bezel screw 2 hard drive bezel 3 hard drive Replacing the Hard Drive CAUTION: Before working inside the computer, read the safety information that shipped with the computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile. Exercise care when handling the hard drive.
Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Card : Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Card Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Removing a WLAN Card Replacing a WLAN Card CAUTION: Before working inside the computer, read the safety information that shipped with the computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Card : Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 6. Remove the M2 x 3-mm screw securing the WLAN card. The card pops up to a 30-degree angle. 1 WLAN card 2 M2 x 3-mm screw 7. Slide the WLAN card out at a 30-degree angle from its connector. Replacing a WLAN Card NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors on the card and on the system board, and realign the card.
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Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Card: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Card Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Removing a WWAN Card Replacing a WWAN Card CAUTION: Before working inside the computer, read the safety information that shipped with the computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Card: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 1 antenna cable connectors (2) 2 WWAN card 6. Remove the M2 x 3-mm screw securing the WWAN card. The card pops up to a 30-degree angle. 1 WWAN card 2 M2 x 3-mm screw 7. Slide the WWAN card out of its connector. Replacing a WWAN Card NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors on the card and on the system board, and realign the card.
Memory: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Memory Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Removing a Memory Module Replacing a Memory Module Verifying Memory Capacity You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See "Specifications" in your Setup and Quick Reference Guide for information on the memory supported by your computer. Install only memory modules that are intended for your computer.
Memory: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to remove or replace the memory module. NOTE: From the underside of the computer, the DIMM B socket is uppermost and DIMM A is closest to the system board. 5. Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the retaining clips on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up. 1 memory module retaining clips (2) 2 memory module 3 DIMM B module 4 DIMM A module 6.
Memory: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual NOTE: From the underside of the computer, the DIMM B socket is uppermost and DIMM A is closest to the system board. 1. Ground yourself by touching a metal part in the computer chassis. 2. Remove the memory module from its anti-static packaging. 3. Grasping the module at the side edges, align the slot in the module edge connector with the key in the socket connector. 4. Slide the memory module into the socket connector at a 30-degree angle until it is fully seated.
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Latitude On™ Card: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Latitude On™ Card Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Removing the Latitude On Card Replacing the Latitude On Card CAUTION: Before working inside the computer, read the safety information that shipped with the computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Latitude On™ Card: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 1 Latitude On cables 2 Latitude On card 7. Lift the Latitude On card from the memory bay. 1 M2 x 3-mm screw 2 Latitude On card Replacing the Latitude On Card NOTICE: Install the Latitude On card into the compartment shown in the above photograph. Do not install it in any other location. 1. Reseat the Latitude On card in the memory bay. 2. Reconnect the black and gray Latitude On cables to their respective connectors, as indicated on the card. 3.
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LED Dashboard Cover: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page LED Dashboard Cover Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Removing the LED Dashboard Cover Replacing the LED Dashboard Cover Removing the LED Dashboard Cover CAUTION: Before working inside the computer, read the safety information that shipped with the computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1.
LED Dashboard Cover: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 3. Follow the instructions in After Working on Your Computer. Back to Contents Page file:///C|/Biz%20Client/2015/Lola%20(Defect%20Fix)/ledboard.
Keyboard: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Keyboard Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Removing the Keyboard Replacing the Keyboard Removing the Keyboard CAUTION: Before working inside the computer, read the safety information that shipped with the computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Keyboard: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTICE: The keycaps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time consuming to replace. Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard. NOTICE: To avoid scratching the palm rest when replacing the keyboard, hook the tabs along the front edge of the keyboard into the palm rest first, and then secure the keyboard in place.
Display Assembly: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Display Assembly Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Removing the Display Assembly Removing the Display Panel Replacing the Display Assembly Replacing the Display Panel Removing the Display Bezel Replacing the Display Hinges Replacing the Display Bezel Removing the LCD Cable Removing the Display Hinges Replacing the LCD Cable CAUTION: Before working inside the computer, read the safety information tha
Display Assembly: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 10. Turn the computer upside-down. 11. Remove the WLAN/WWAN cover, and loosen the two antenna cables by moving them out of the cable guides. 12. Slide the two antenna cables through the hole in the palm rest. 13. Turn the computer rightside-up. 14. Disconnect the three antenna cables from the radio switch board. The display antenna cables (gray, white, and black) are situated in vertical formation on the upper-right side of the radio switch board. 15.
Display Assembly: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 9. Replace the LED dashboard cover (see Replacing the LED Dashboard Cover). 10. Close the display and turn the computer upside-down. 11. Replace the four M2.5 x 4-mm screws securing the display assembly to the back of the computer. 12. Follow the instructions in After Working on Your Computer. Removing the Display Bezel 1. Follow the instructions in What You Need to Know For Your Safety. 2. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Display Assembly).
Display Assembly: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 1. Follow the instructions in What You Need to Know For Your Safety. 2. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Display Assembly). 3. Remove the display bezel (see Removing the Display Bezel). 4. Remove the four M2.5 x 5-mm screws (two per side) that secure the display hinges to the display back cover. 1 hinges (2) 2 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (4) 5. Free the hinges from the display cable (left side) and display antenna cables (right side).
Display Assembly: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 1 display panel brackets (2) 2 M2 x 3-mm screws (4) 3 display panel 5. Gently remove each bracket by pulling it away from the display. 1 display panel 2 display panel brackets (2) 6. Lift the display panel away from the display back cover and rotate it forward. file:///C|/Biz%20Client/2015/Lola%20(Defect%20Fix)/display.
Display Assembly: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 1 LCD flex-cable connector 2 display panel 7. Use the pull-tab to disconnect the LCD flex-cable connector from the inverter connector. Replacing the Display Panel NOTE: This procedure assumes that you have completed the removal procedure first. 1. Reconnect the LCD flex-cable connector to the inverter connector. 2. Replace the display panel inside the display back cover. 3.
Display Assembly: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Removing the LCD Cable 1. Follow the instructions in What You Need to Know For Your Safety. 2. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Display Assembly). 3. Remove the display bezel (see Removing the Display Bezel). 4. Remove the display panel (see Removing the Display Panel). 5. Remove the M2 x 5-mm screw securing the LCD cable board to the display back cover. 6. Lift the LCD cable board from the display back cover.
Camera: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Camera Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Removing the Camera Replacing the Camera CAUTION: Before working inside the computer, read the safety information that shipped with the computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Camera: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Replacing the Camera NOTE: This procedure assumes that you have completed the removal procedure first. 1. Align the camera board to the alignment posts on the display cover. 2. Re-thread the display cables through the hinges. 3. Replace the display hinges (see Removing the Display Hinges). 4. Replace the display panel (see Replacing the Display Panel). 5. Replace the display bezel (see Replacing the Display Bezel). 6.
Palm Rest: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Palm Rest Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Removing the Palm Rest Replacing the Palm Rest Removing the Palm Rest CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1.
Palm Rest: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 1 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (5; small arrows) 2 M2.5 x 8-mm screws (5; large arrows) 7. Disconnect the seven cables connecting the palm rest to the system board, as shown in the illustration below. 8. Starting at the back center of the palm rest, use your fingers to separate the palm rest from the computer base by gently lifting up the palm rest while pressing down on the back of the computer base.
Palm Rest: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTICE: Ensure that the touch pad cable and the speaker cable are properly routed before snapping the palm rest into place. NOTE: This procedure assumes that you have completed the removal procedure first.
Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Removing the WPAN/Bluetooth Card Replacing the WPAN/Bluetooth Card CAUTION: Before working inside the computer, read the safety information that shipped with the computer.
Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 3 cable guide 8. Gently free the card cable from the cable guide. NOTICE: Be careful when removing the card to avoid damaging the card, card cable, or surrounding components. 9. Lift the card away from the system board. Replacing the WPAN/Bluetooth Card NOTE: This procedure assumes that you have completed the removal procedure first. 1.
Smart Card: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Smart Card Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Removing the Smart Card Replacing the Smart Card Removing the Smart Card CAUTION: Before working inside the computer, read the safety information that shipped with the computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Complete the steps in What You Need to Know For Your Safety.
Smart Card: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 1. Reseat the smart card. 2. Replace the four M2 x 3-mm screws to secure the card to the computer base. 3. Reconnect the card cable to the system board. 4. Replace the palm rest assembly (Replacing the Palm Rest). 5. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard). 6. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Display Assembly). 7. Replace the hard drive (see Replacing the Hard Drive). 8. Follow the instructions in After Working on Your Computer.
System Fan: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page System Fan Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Removing the System Fan Replacing the System Fan CAUTION: Before working inside the computer, read the safety information that shipped with the computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the System Fan 1.
System Fan: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 1. Reseat the fan in the computer base, aligning the screws hole in the fan with the screw hole in the computer base. 2. Install the M2.5 x 5-mm screw to secure the fan. 3. Reconnect the fan connector to the system board connector. 4. Replace the palm rest (see Replacing the Palm Rest). 5. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Display Assembly). 6. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard). 7.
Optical Drive: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Optical Drive Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Removing the Optical Drive Replacing the Optical Drive Removing the Optical Drive CAUTION: Before working inside the computer, read the safety information that shipped with the computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1.
Optical Drive: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTE: This procedure assumes that you have completed the removal procedure first. 1. Slide the optical drive all the way into its slot on the side of the computer. 2. Turn the computer upside-down. 3. Replace the M2.5 x 5-mm screw to secure the optical drive to the system board. 4. Replace the memory cover. Back to Contents Page file:///C|/Biz%20Client/2015/Lola%20(Defect%20Fix)/optical.
Radio Switch Board: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Radio Switch Board Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Removing the Radio Switch Board Replacing the Radio Switch Board CAUTION: Before working inside the computer, read the safety information that shipped with the computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Radio Switch Board 1.
Radio Switch Board: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 1 radio switch board cable 2 M2 x 3-mm screw 3 radio switch board Replacing the Radio Switch Board NOTE: This procedure assumes that you have completed the removal procedure first. 1. Reseat the radio switch board into the plastic cage on the system board. 2. Replace the M2 x 3-mm screw securing the radio switch board to the plastic cage on the system board. 3. Reconnect the radio switchboard cable. 4.
Coin-Cell Battery: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery CAUTION: Before working inside the computer, read the safety information that shipped with the computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Coin-Cell Battery: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery NOTE: This procedure assumes that you have completed the removal procedure first. 1. Reconnect the battery cable to the system board. 2. Reseat the battery in the battery compartment. 3. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard). 4. Replace the LED dashboard cover (see Replacing the LED Dashboard Cover). 5. Follow the instructions in After Working on Your Computer.
Speaker Assembly: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Speaker Assembly Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Removing the Speaker Assembly Replacing the Speaker Assembly Removing the Speaker Assembly CAUTION: Before working inside the computer, read the safety information that shipped with the computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1.
Speaker Assembly: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Replacing the Speaker Assembly NOTE: This procedure assumes that you have completed the removal procedure first. NOTE: The left and right speakers are marker "L" and "R," respectively. 1. Align the speakers over their respective screw holes in the computer base. 2. Reconnect the speaker cable to the system board. 3. Replace the two M2.5 x 4-mm screws on the right speaker and the two M2.5 x 2.3-mm screws on the left speaker. 4.
System Board: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Removing the System Board Assembly Removing the Right I/O Card Replacing the Right I/O Card Removing the Left I/O Card Replacing the Left I/O Card Replacing the System Board Assembly The system board's BIOS chip contains the Service Tag number, which is also visible on a barcode label on the bottom of the computer.
System Board: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 1 smart card cable 2 coin-cell battery 3 coin-cell battery connector 4 speaker assembly cable 12. Remove the four M2.5 x 5 screws and three M2 x 4-mm screws from the system board. 13. Remove the SD (Secure Digital) card (or blank) from the SD card slot at the front edge of the computer.. 14. Remove the system board assembly: a.
System Board: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. The right I/O card provides USB, audio, and IEEE 1394 connectors for the computer. NOTE: This procedure assumes that you have completed the system board removal procedure first. 1. Remove the radio switch board (see Removing the Radio Switch Board). 2. Use a scribe under the left side of the I/O card to lift the card from the computer.
System Board: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 1 left I/O card 2 M2.5 x 5-mm screw 3 system board Replacing the Left I/O Card NOTE: This procedure assumes that you have completed the left I/O card removal procedure first. 1. Reseat the I/O card, aligning the connectors with their respective ports on the left side of the computer base. 2. Replace the M2.5 x 5-mm screw to secure the left I/O card to the computer base. 3. Replace the DC power-cable assembly (see Replacing the DC-in Power Assembly).
System Board: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 7. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Display Assembly). 8. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard). 9. Remove the LED dashboard cover (see Removing the LED Dashboard Cover). 10. Replace the hard drive (see Replacing the Hard Drive). NOTICE: 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. 11.
Flashing the BIOS: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual 1. Download the BIOS utility from the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com and save it to your Windows ® desktop. 2. After the download completes, double-click the BIOS utility file icon. 3. In the Dell BIOS Flash window, click Continue. 4. When the reboot message appears, click OK and wait for the computer to restart.
Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Replacing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly CAUTION: Before working inside the computer, read the safety information that shipped with the computer.
Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 11. In consecutive order, loosen the four captive screws (labeled "1" through "4") that secure the processor thermalcooling assembly to the system board. 12. Remove the processor thermal-cooling assembly from the computer. Replacing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly CAUTION: Before working inside the computer, read the safety information that shipped with the computer.
DC-In Power Assembly: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page DC-In Power Assembly Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Removing the DC-In Power Assembly Replacing the DC-in Power Assembly Removing the DC-In Power Assembly CAUTION: 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 on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1.
DC-In Power Assembly: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual 1 DC-in power assembly 2 DC-in connector Replacing the DC-in Power Assembly CAUTION: 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 on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Position the DC -in power assembly in the computer base, aligning the guides on the connector sides with the base. 2.
Finding Information: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Finding Information Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Some features or media may not be available in certain countries. NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer. Document/Media/Label Contents Service Tag/Express Service Code Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support.
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Getting Help: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Getting Help Dell™ Latitude™ E4300 Service Manual Obtaining Assistance Problems With Your Order Product Information Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit Before You Call Contacting Dell Obtaining Assistance CAUTION: If you need to remove the computer cover, first disconnect the computer power and modem cables from all electrical outlets. Follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer.
Getting Help: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual DellConnect is a simple online access tool that allows a Dell service and support associate to access your computer through a broadband connection, diagnose your problem and repair it all under your supervision. For more information, go to support.dell.com and click DellConnect. Online Services You can learn about Dell products and services at the following websites: www.dell.com www.dell.com/ap (Asian/Pacific countries only) www.dell.
Getting Help: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual To check on the status of any Dell products that you have ordered, you can go to support.dell.com, or you can call the automated order-status service. A recording prompts you for the information needed to locate and report on your order. For the telephone number to call for your region, see Contacting Dell.
Getting Help: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual Name: Date: Address: Phone number: Service Tag (bar code on the back or bottom of the computer): Express Service Code: Return Material Authorization Number (if provided by Dell support technician): Operating system and version: Devices: Expansion cards: Are you connected to a network? Yes No Network, version, and network adapter: Programs and versions: See your operating system documentation to determine the contents of the system's start-up files.
