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Owners Manual - Page 1
P18F002; P18F003 Dell Inspiron M5040/15-N5040/ 15-N5050 Owner's Manual
Regulatory model: P18F
Regulatory type: P18F001;
Owners Manual - Page 2
... computer.
Regulatory model: P18F
Regulatory type: P18F001; Microsoft®, Windows®, and the Windows start button logo are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Dell Inc. Bluetooth® is strictly forbidden. Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of data if instructions are not followed...
Owners Manual - Page 9
...computer. • A component can be replaced or-if purchased separately-installed by
performing the removal procedure in the ...manual provides procedures for removing and installing components in this document may require the following tools: • Small flat-blade screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver • Plastic scribe • BIOS executable update program available at support.dell...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... if you begin working inside the computer.
1 Ensure that is not authorized by Dell is flat and clean to prevent the computer cover from being scratched.
2 Turn ...in -1 media card reader.
5 Disconnect your computer and all telephone or network cables from the computer.
4 Press and eject any connector pins. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your own ...
Owners Manual - Page 15
...servicing that secure the keyboard to the palm rest and ease the keyboard up until it clears off the palm rest. Removing the Keyboard
1 Follow the instructions...Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on page 13, before...Dell is not covered by your computer). Keyboard
15 CAUTION: To help prevent ...
Owners Manual - Page 19
... 5 Remove the memory module from the bottom of memory supported by your computer memory by installing memory modules on page 13, before working inside the computer....Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com/manuals for information on your computer.
See "Removing the Battery" on your warranty. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on page 13. ...
Owners Manual - Page 23
... it from
the optical-drive compartment. 6 Slide the optical drive out of the optical-drive compartment. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on page 13, before working inside the computer. Optical Drive
23 Damage due to the system board, remove the main battery, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
5
Optical...
Owners Manual - Page 24
...plastic scribe 3 optical drive
2 screw 4 notch
Replacing the Optical Drive
1 Follow the instructions in damage to the computer base. 4 Replace the keyboard. See "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 9. 2 Slide the optical drive into the optical-drive compartment until it is fully
seated. 3 Replace the screw that no stray screws remain inside the computer. See "Replacing the Keyboard" on the...
Owners Manual - Page 25
... the Mini-Card
1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on the configuration of the computer when it was sold, the Mini-Card slot may or may not have a Mini-Card installed. See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 15. 4 Disconnect the antenna cables from sources other than Dell.
Wireless Mini-Card
25 Damage due to servicing that secures...
Owners Manual - Page 28
... screw that no stray screws remain inside the computer. See "Replacing the Keyboard" on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that secures the Mini-Card to the system board.
5 Connect the appropriate antenna cables to the computer. 8 Install the drivers and utilities for the Mini-Cards supported by your computer, as required. Failure to do so...
Owners Manual - Page 37
... the instructions in Sleep state. For additional safety best practices information, see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 9, before working inside the computer.
Hard Drive
37 WARNING: If you need to servicing that shipped with your computer, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Damage due to install an operating system, drivers, and...
Owners Manual - Page 39
... on page 14. Hard Drive
39 1
1 hard drive
Replacing the Hard Drive
1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the new hard drive from step 3 to step 7 in damage to the computer base. 7 Replace the battery.
Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive.
3 Place the hard drive on the computer base. 4 Push the hard drive towards the left to...
Owners Manual - Page 47
... skin can reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal pads. 13
Processor Module (For Inspiron 15-N5050/15-N5040 Only)
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Removing the Processor Module
1 Follow the instructions in your computer.
Owners Manual - Page 70
... to the security tab and enter the service tag in and that no stray screws remain inside the computer. See "Replacing the Memory Module(s)" on page 17. 13 Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Optical Drive" on the computer. Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS
1 Ensure that the AC adapter is installed properly.
2 Turn on page 70.
Owners Manual - Page 71
... and is available or when replacing the system board. If you have your computer is located on the top right of product in the Enter a service tag: field,
click Go, and proceed to download the latest BIOS file. The file downloads to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer:
NOTE...
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