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book.book Page 2 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of data if instructions are not followed. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. ____________________ Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2012 Dell Inc. All rights reserved.
book.book Page 3 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Contents 1 Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Turn Off Your Computer and Connected Devices Safety Instructions . . . . . 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Recommended Tools 2 After Working Inside Your Computer 3 Technical Overview . . . . 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Inside View of Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
book.book Page 4 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM 6 7 8 Front Bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Front Bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Replacing the Front Bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Card Retention Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Replacing the Card Retention Bracket . . . . . . . . . 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 PCI Express Cards Removing PCI Express Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
book.book Page 5 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM 11 Optical Drive(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Optical Drive(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Replacing the Optical Drives(s) . 12 Front I/O Panel 49 Removing the Front I/O Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacing the Front I/O Panel . 13 Power Button Module 57 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
book.book Page 6 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM 16 Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Replacing the Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 17 Coin-Cell Battery Removing the Coin-Cell Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
book.book Page 7 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM 21 Flashing the BIOS 22 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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book.book Page 9 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM 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 Click Start and click Shut Down. Microsoft Windows shuts down and then the computer turns off.
book.book Page 10 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM CAUTION: Only a certified service technician is authorized to remove the computer cover and access any of the components inside the computer. See the safety instructions for complete information about safety precautions, working inside your computer, and protecting against electrostatic discharge. CAUTION: Before touching anything inside your computer, ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as the metal at the back of the computer.
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book.book Page 13 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Technical Overview 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.
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book.book Page 17 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Computer 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. CAUTION: Ensure that sufficient space exists to support the computer with the cover removed—at least 30 cm (1 ft.) of desk top space.
book.book Page 18 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Removing the Computer Cover NOTE: Ensure that you remove the padlock from the padlock rings, if applicable. 1 Lay the computer on its side with the computer cover facing up. 2 Using a screwdriver, remove the screws that secure the computer cover to the chassis. 3 Release the computer cover by sliding it away from the front of the computer. 4 Lift the cover away from the computer and set it aside in a secure location.
book.book Page 19 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Replacing the Computer Cover 1 Connect all the cables and fold the cables out of the way. 2 Ensure that no tools or extra parts are left inside the computer. 3 Align the tabs at the bottom of the computer cover with the slots located along the edge of the chassis. 4 Press the computer cover down and slide it towards the front of the computer. 5 Replace the screws that secure the computer cover to the chassis.
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book.book Page 21 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Memory Module(s) 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 Memory Module(s) Prerequisites Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 18.
book.book Page 22 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Replacing the Memory Module(s) CAUTION: If you remove the original memory module(s) from your computer during a memory upgrade, keep them separate from any new memory module(s) that you may have, even if you purchased the new memory module(s) from Dell. If possible, do not pair an original memory module with a new memory module. Otherwise, your computer may not start properly. CAUTION: Do not install ECC or DDR3U memory modules.
book.book Page 23 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM CAUTION: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the memory module straight down into the connector while you apply equal force to each end of the memory module. 3 Insert the memory module into the memory-module connector until the memory module snaps into position and the securing clip locks in place. If you insert the memory module correctly, the securing clips snap into the cutouts at each end of the memory module.
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book.book Page 25 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Front Bezel 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 Front Bezel Prerequisites Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 18.
book.book Page 26 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Procedure 1 Place the computer in an upright position. 2 Grasp and release the front bezel tabs sequentially, one at a time by moving them outward from the front panel. 3 Rotate and pull the front bezel away from the front of the computer to release the front bezel clamps from the front panel slots.
book.book Page 27 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Replacing the Front Bezel Procedure 1 Align and insert the front bezel clamps into the front panel slots. 2 Rotate the front bezel towards the computer until the front bezel tabs snap into place.
book.book Page 28 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Postrequisites 1 Replace the computer cover. See "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 19. 2 Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11.
book.book Page 29 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Card Retention Bracket 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 Card Retention Bracket Prerequisites Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 18.
book.book Page 30 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Procedure Push the release tab to release the card retention bracket from the chassis.
book.book Page 31 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Replacing the Card Retention Bracket Procedure Rotate and push the card retention bracket towards the computer until it snaps into place. Postrequisites 1 Replace the computer cover. See "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 18. 2 Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11.
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book.book Page 33 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM PCI Express Cards 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 PCI Express Cards Prerequisites. 1 Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 18. 2 Remove the card retention bracket.
book.book Page 34 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Procedure 1 Disconnect any cables connected to the card, if applicable. 2 Remove the PCI Express card from the card slot: PCI Express x1 card — Grasp the card by its top corners, and ease it out of its connector. 1 2 1 PCI Express x1 card 2 PCI Express x1 card slot PCI Express x16 card — Push the securing tab to the side, grasp the card by its top corners, and then ease it out of the connector.
book.book Page 35 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM 3 If you are removing the card permanently, install a filler bracket in the empty card-slot opening. NOTE: Installing filler brackets over empty card-slot openings is necessary to maintain FCC certification of the computer. The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of your computer. Replacing PCI Express Cards Procedure 1 Prepare the card for installation.
book.book Page 36 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM PCI Express x16 card — Push the securing tab to the side and place the PCI Express card in the slot on the system board and press down firmly. Ensure that the PCI Express card is fully seated in the slot. 3 2 1 1 securing tab 3 PCI Express x16 card 2 PCI Express x16 card slot Postrequisites 1 Replace the card retention bracket. See "Replacing the Card Retention Bracket" on page 31. 2 Connect any cables that should be attached to the card.
book.book Page 37 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing the PCI Express Card NOTE: For information about the location of external connectors, see the Quick Start Guide. For information on installing drivers and software for your card, see the documentation that shipped with the card. Installed Sound card 1 Enter system setup. See "System Setup" on page 91. 2 Go to Onboard Audio Controller and then change the setting to Disabled.
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book.book Page 39 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM 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. CAUTION: When the Mini-Card is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging.
book.book Page 40 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Removing the Mini-Card Prerequisites Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 18. Procedure 1 Disconnect the antenna cable(s) from the Mini-Card. 2 Remove the screw that secures the Mini-Card to the system board. 2 1 1 antenna cables (2) 2 screw 3 Lift the Mini-Card away from the system-board connector.
book.book Page 41 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Replacing the Mini-Card CAUTION: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. Use of excessive force may damage the connectors. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the Mini-Card, ensure that there are no cables under the Mini-Card. Procedure 1 Align the notch on the Mini-Card with the tab on the system-board connector. 2 Insert the Mini-Card at a 45-degree angle into the system-board connector.
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book.book Page 43 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Hard Drive(s) 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: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the drive is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive.
book.book Page 44 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Procedure 1 If you are removing the primary hard-drive, disconnect the power and data cables from the primary hard-drive. 2 If you are removing the secondary hard-drive: a Disconnect the power cable from the primary and secondary hard-drives. b Disconnect the data cable from the secondary hard-drive. NOTE: If you are not replacing the hard drive at this time, disconnect the other end of the data cable from the system board connector and set it aside.
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book.book Page 47 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM 5 Remove the screws (one on each side) that secure the hard-drive brackets to the hard-drive. 6 Remove the hard-drive brackets off the hard drive. 1 3 2 1 hard drive 3 hard-drive bracket 2 screws (2) 7 If removing the hard drive changes the drive configuration, ensure that you reflect these changes in system setup. See "System Setup" on page 91.
book.book Page 48 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Replacing the Hard Drive(s) Procedure 1 Check the documentation that shipped with the hard drive to verify that it is configured for your computer. 2 Place the hard-drive brackets in position and replace the screws (one on each side) that secure the hard-drive brackets to the hard drive. 3 Slide the hard-drive assembly into the hard-drive bay. 4 Replace the screws that secure the hard-drive assembly to the hard-drive bay.
book.book Page 49 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Optical Drive(s) 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 Optical Drive(s) Prerequisites 1 Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 18. 2 Remove the front bezel.
book.book Page 50 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Procedure 1 If you are removing the primary optical-drive, disconnect the power and data cables from the primary optical-drive. 2 If you are removing the secondary optical-drive: a Disconnect the power cable from the primary and secondary optical-drives. b Disconnect the data cable from the secondary optical-drive.
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book.book Page 52 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Secondary Optical-Drive 4 3 1 2 1 power cable 2 data cable 3 secondary optical-drive 4 screws (2) 5 Set aside the optical drive in a secure location.
book.book Page 53 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Replacing the Optical Drives(s) Procedure 1 Remove the screw from the optical drive you removed and insert it in the new optical drive.
book.book Page 54 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM 2 To install a secondary optical drive, pull the break-away metal plate off the chassis. 1 1 break-away metal plate 3 Gently slide the optical drive into the optical drive bay through the front of the computer. 4 Align the screw holes on the optical drive with the screw holes on the chassis. 5 Replace the screws that secure the optical drive to the chassis.
book.book Page 55 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM 6 If you are replacing the primary optical-drive, connect the power and data cables to the primary optical-drive. 7 If you are replacing the secondary optical-drive: a Connect the power cable to the primary and secondary optical-drives. b Connect the data cable to the secondary optical-drive. Postrequisites 1 Replace the computer cover. See "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 19. 2 Replace the front bezel. See "Replacing the Front Bezel" on page 27.
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book.book Page 57 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Front I/O Panel 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 Front I/O Panel Prerequisites 1 Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 18. 2 Remove the front bezel.
book.book Page 58 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Procedure NOTE: Make note of the routing of all cables as you remove them so that you can re-route them correctly when installing the new front I/O panel. 1 Disconnect the front I/O panel cables from the system board connectors (AUDIOF1, USBF1, and USBF2). See "System Board Components" on page 14. 2 Remove the screws that secure the front I/O panel to the front panel.
book.book Page 59 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Replacing the Front I/O Panel Procedure CAUTION: To avoid damage to the cable connectors and the cable routing clips, carefully slide the front I/O panel into the front I/O panel clamp slot. 1 Align and slide the front I/O panel clamps into the slots on the front panel. 2 Replace the screws that secure the front I/O panel to the front panel. 3 Connect the front I/O panel cables to the system board connectors (AUDIOF1, USBF1, and USBF2).
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book.book Page 61 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Power Button Module 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 Power Button Module Prerequisites 1 Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 18. 2 Remove the front bezel.
book.book Page 62 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Procedure 1 Disconnect the power button module cable from the system board connector (LEDH2). See "System Board Components" on page 14. 2 Press the power button module tabs and pull the power button module to release it from the front panel. 2 1 1 power button module 2 power button module tabs (4) 3 Set aside the power button module in a secure location.
book.book Page 63 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Replacing the Power Button Module Procedure 1 Align and push the power button module tabs into the slots on the front panel. 2 Connect the power button module cable to the system board connector (LEDH2). See "System Board Components" on page 14. Postrequisites 1 Replace the front bezel. See "Replacing the Front Bezel" on page 27. 2 Replace the computer cover. See "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 19.
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book.book Page 65 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Chassis Fan WARNING: Before working 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 Chassis Fan Prerequisites Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 18.
book.book Page 66 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Procedure 1 Disconnect the chassis fan cable from the system board connector (FANSYS4). See "System Board Components" on page 14. 2 Remove the screws that secure the chassis fan to the chassis. 3 Slide and lift the chassis fan away from the computer as shown in the illustration.
book.book Page 67 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Replacing the Chassis Fan Procedure 1 Align the screw holes on the chassis fan with the screw holes on the chassis. 2 Replace the screws that secure the chassis fan to the chassis. 3 Connect the chassis fan cable to the system board connector (FANSYS4). See "System Board Components" on page 14. Postrequisites Replace the computer cover. See "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 19.
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book.book Page 69 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Processor Fan and Heat-Sink 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. Removing the Processor Fan and Heat-Sink Assembly Prerequisites Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 18.
book.book Page 70 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Procedure WARNING: Despite having a plastic shield, the processor fan and heat-sink assembly may be very hot during normal operation. Ensure that it has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it. CAUTION: The processor fan and heat-sink assembly is a single unit. Do not try to remove the fan separately. CAUTION: To ensure maximum cooling for the processor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the processor fan and heat-sink assembly.
book.book Page 71 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat-Sink Assembly Procedure CAUTION: Ensure that you apply new thermal grease.
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book.book Page 73 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Processor 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 Processor Prerequisites 1 Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 18.
book.book Page 74 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Procedure 1 Press down and push the release lever away from the processor to release it from the securing tab. 2 Extend the release lever completely to open the processor cover. 3 1 1 processor cover 2 2 tab 3 release lever CAUTION: When removing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects to fall on the pins in the socket. 3 Open the processor cover and gently lift the processor from the processor socket.
book.book Page 75 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Replacing the Processor Procedure 1 Unpack the new processor, being careful not to touch the underside of the processor. CAUTION: You must position the processor correctly in the processor socket to avoid damage to the processor. 2 If the release lever on the socket is not fully extended, move it to that position. 3 Orient the alignment notches on the processor with the alignment tabs on the socket.
book.book Page 76 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM CAUTION: Ensure that the processor cover notch is positioned underneath the alignment post. 5 When the processor is fully seated in the socket, close the processor cover. 6 Pivot the release lever down and place it under the tab on the processor cover. 4 5 6 3 1 2 1 alignment post 2 tab 3 processor cover 4 release lever 5 processor 6 processor cover notch Postrequisites 1 Replace the processor fan and heat-sink assembly.
book.book Page 77 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM 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: A battery may explode if installed incorrectly. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type.
book.book Page 78 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Procedure 1 Locate the battery socket. See "System Board Components" on page 14. 2 Press the battery-release lever away from the battery until the coin-cell battery pops up. 3 1 2 1 battery-release lever 3 battery socket 2 3 Set aside the battery in a secure location.
book.book Page 79 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery Procedure Insert the battery (CR2032) into the socket with the side labeled "+" facing up, and press down the battery in the socket. 1 2 1 coin-cell battery 2 battery socket Postrequisites 1 Replace the computer cover. See "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 19. 2 Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. 3 Enter the system setup program and set the time and date.
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book.book Page 81 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Power Supply 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 Power Supply Prerequisites Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 18.
book.book Page 82 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Procedure 1 Disconnect the DC power cables from the system board and the drives. See "System Board Components" on page 14. 2 Remove the screws that secure the power supply to the chassis. 3 Press the power supply clamp to release the power supply from the chassis. 4 Slide and lift the power supply away from the chassis.
book.book Page 83 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Replacing the Power Supply Procedure 1 Slide the power supply towards the back of the chassis. 2 Align the screw holes on the power supply with the screw holes on the chassis. 3 Replace the screws that secure the power supply to the chassis. 4 Connect the DC power cables to the system board and drives. See "System Board Components" on page 14. Postrequisites 1 Replace the computer cover. See "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 19.
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book.book Page 85 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM 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. Removing the System Board Prerequisites 1 Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 18. 2 Remove the Mini-Card, if applicable.
book.book Page 86 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Procedure 1 Disconnect all cables connected to the system board. See "System Board Components" on page 14. Note the routing of all cables as you remove them so that you can re-route them correctly after installing the new system board. 2 Remove the screws that secure the system board to the chassis. 1 1 screws (6) 2 2 system board 3 Lift the system board up and out of the chassis.
book.book Page 87 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM 4 Compare the system board that you removed with the replacement system board to ensure that they are identical. NOTE: Some components and connectors on the replacement system board may be in different locations compared to the components and connectors on the existing system board. NOTE: Jumper settings on the replacement system board is preset at the factory.
book.book Page 88 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press during POST to enter the system setup program. 3 Navigate to the main tab and enter the Service Tag in the Service Tag Input field. NOTE: The Service Tag Input field allows you to enter the Service Tag manually only when the Service Tag is absent.
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book.book Page 92 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM System Setup Screens The system setup screen displays current or changeable configuration information for your computer. Information on the screen is divided into three areas: the setup item, active help screen, and key functions. Setup Item — This field appears on the left side of the system setup window.
book.book Page 93 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM System Setup Options NOTE: Depending on your computer and installed devices, the items listed in this section may appear, or may not appear exactly as listed.
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book.book Page 97 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Boot (continued) USB Boot Support Allows you to enable or disable booting from USB mass storage devices such as hard drive, optical drive, USB key, and so on.
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book.book Page 100 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Boot Sequence This feature allows you to change the boot sequence for devices. Boot Options • USB Floppy — The computer attempts to boot from the USB floppy drive. If no operating system is on the floppy disk, the computer generates an error message. • Hard Drive — The computer attempts to boot from the primary hard drive. If no operating system is on the drive, the computer generates an error message.
book.book Page 101 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot You can use this feature to change the current boot sequence, for example, to boot from the CD/DVD/CD-RW drive to run Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. On completion of the diagnostic tests, the previous boot sequence is restored. 1 If you are booting from a USB device, connect the USB device to a USB port. 2 Turn on (or restart) your computer.
book.book Page 102 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Clearing Forgotten Passwords WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer. WARNING: The computer must be disconnected from the electrical outlet to clear the password setting. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.
book.book Page 103 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM 5 Turn on the computer to clear the password. 6 Turn off the computer and disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets. 7 Remove the 2-pin jumper plug from pins 1 and 2 and replace it on pins 2 and 3 to enable the password feature. 8 Replace the computer cover. See "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 19. 9 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and turn them on.
book.book Page 104 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Clearing CMOS Passwords WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer. WARNING: The computer must be disconnected from the electrical outlet to clear the password setting. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.
book.book Page 105 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM 5 Wait for approximately five seconds to clear the CMOS setting. 6 Remove the 2-pin jumper plug from pins 1 and 2 and replace it on pins 2 and 3. 7 Replace the computer cover. See "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 19. 8 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and turn them on.
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book.book Page 107 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM 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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book.book Page 109 Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:37 AM Specifications To learn about the features and advanced options available on your computer, see Specifications at support.dell.
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