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8 Before You Beginwww.dell.com | support.dell.comPreparing to Work Inside the Computer NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repa
Before You Begin 9Recommended ToolsThe procedures in this manual require the following tools:• #1 magnetized Phillips screwdriver• Small flat-blade sc
10 Before You Beginwww.dell.com | support.dell.comScrew IdentificationWhen you are removing and replacing components, photocopy the placemat as a tool
Before You Begin 11 Screw Placement MapHard Drive Door Security:M3.0 x 5 mm (1 each)Keyboard to Bottom Case Assembly:M2.5 x 20 mm (4 each; one in memo
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com2SECTION 2Removing and Replacing PartsSystem ComponentsHard DriveFixed Optical DriveMemory ModuleMini PCI Card Assembly
14 Removing and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.comSystem Components Exploded Viewdisplay assemblykeyboardpalmrest assemblymain batterybott
Removing and Replacing Parts 15 NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is n
16 Removing and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.comRemoving the Hard Drive 1 Follow the instructions in “Preparing to Work Inside the Compu
Removing and Replacing Parts 17Removing the Fixed Optical Drive1 Follow the instructions in “Preparing to Work Inside the Computer.”2 Loosen the capti
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18 Removing and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.com1 Follow the instructions in “Preparing to Work Inside the Computer.”2 Remove the screw.
Removing and Replacing Parts 19 NOTE: Memory modules are keyed to fit into their sockets in only one direction.2Insert the memory module’s edge connec
20 Removing and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.comMini PCI Card CoverRemoving the Mini PCI Card Assembly1 Follow the instructions in “Prep
Removing and Replacing Parts 21Replacing the Mini PCI Card Assembly1 Align the Mini PCI Card assembly with the socket at a 45-degree angle, and press
22 Removing and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.comMini-PCI Wireless NIC Assembly Using Antenna Cable NOTICE: If a wireless NIC card contai
Removing and Replacing Parts 23Keyboard ScrewsRemoving the Keyboard Assembly1 Follow the instructions in “Preparing to Work Inside the Computer.”2 Tur
24 Removing and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.comKeyboard Removal5Lift the right end of the keyboard and slide it slightly toward the rig
Removing and Replacing Parts 25Keyboard Cable7Disconnect the keyboard cable and lay the keyboard assembly aside.Replacing the Keyboard Assembly1 While
26 Removing and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.comDisplay and Bezel Assemblies NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from e
Removing and Replacing Parts 27Removing the Hinge CoverHinge Cover1Follow the instructions in “Preparing to Work Inside the Computer.”2 Use a nonmarri
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28 Removing and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.comRemoving the Display AssemblyDisplay Assembly1Remove the hinge cover. NOTICE: Make sure
Removing and Replacing Parts 29Flex Cable2Remove the 6-mm screw that secures the display flex cable to the strain relief, and then use the pull loop t
30 Removing and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.comDisplay Assembly Bezel and Panel Removing the Display Assembly Bezel1 Use a scribe to pr
Removing and Replacing Parts 312 Remove the four 4-mm screws located across the top of the bezel.3 Use a scribe at the indentations to pry out the two
32 Removing and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.comFlex Cable Connectors on Display PanelReplacing the Display Panel NOTE: Use a magnetic s
Removing and Replacing Parts 333 Reinstall the 4-mm screw that secures the flex cable mounting bracket to the top cover.4 Starting on the left side, u
34 Removing and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.comMicroprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached dev
Removing and Replacing Parts 354 Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into the latch mechanism at the left side of the microprocessor retaining clip. Pry o
36 Removing and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.comMicroprocessor ModuleRemoving the Microprocessor Module1 Follow the instructions in “Pre
Removing and Replacing Parts 37Microprocessor Cam Lock Screw (Example) NOTICE: Hold the microprocessor down while turning the cam lock screw to preven
Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates
38 Removing and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTICE: Hold the microprocessor down while turning the cam lock screw to prevent interm
Removing and Replacing Parts 39 NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching unpainted metal on
40 Removing and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTICE: Make sure the board is correctly and firmly seated before continuing. Failure t
Removing and Replacing Parts 41Removing the Palmrest Assembly1 Follow the instructions in “Preparing to Work Inside the Computer.”2 Remove the hard dr
42 Removing and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.com8 Turn the computer over.9 Use the pull loop to disconnect the palmrest flex cable from
Removing and Replacing Parts 43Removing the Reserve Battery1 Follow the instructions in “Preparing to Work Inside the Computer.”2 Remove the keyboard.
44 Removing and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.comReplacing the Reserve Battery1 Seat the reserve battery and press it into place. 2 Conne
Removing and Replacing Parts 45The system board’s BIOS chip contains the system service tag number, which is also visible on a bar-code label on the b
46 Removing and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.comThe replacement kit for the system board assembly includes a diskette or CD that provide
Removing and Replacing Parts 47System Board Battery and Modular Bay Latch Assemblies NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electri
3Contents1 Before You BeginPreparing to Work Inside the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Recommended Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
48 Removing and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.comBattery and Modular Bay Latch AssembliesRemoving and Replacing the Battery and Modular B
Removing and Replacing Parts 496 Remove a latch button from the bottom case assembly by squeezing the snap tabs in the center of the latch.Apply downw
50 Removing and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.comBattery Charger BoardRemoving the Battery Charger Board1 Follow the instructions in “Pre
Removing and Replacing Parts 51LED Board NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any installed batteri
52 Removing and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.comReplacing the LED Board1 Align the two screw holes with the two mounting holes on the bo
Removing and Replacing Parts 535 Pull the fan assembly away from the back-panel bracket. NOTICE: When reconnecting the fan cables, connect the shorter
54 Removing and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.comTo replace a connector cover, orient the cover notch-side-up and snap it into the connec
Removing and Replacing Parts 55RJ-11/RJ-45 Board Harness Routingposts 64mcwc11.book Page 55 Tuesday, April 3, 2001 9:58 AM
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Index 57IndexBbattery charger boardremoving, 50replacing, 50Ddisplay and bezel assemblies (illustrated), 26display assembly, 28bezel, removal, 30displ
4Display and Bezel Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Removing the Hinge Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Removing th
58 Index58 IndexTtools, recommended, 9Vvideo graphics boardremoving, 39replacing, 39
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064MCW A01www.dell.comsupport.dell.comPrinted in the U.S.A.P/N 64MCW Rev. A0164mcwc11.book Page 58 Tuesday, April 3, 2001 9:58 AM
5Replacing the LED Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Fan Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Removing the
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