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Dell Inspiron M4040/14-N4050 Owner's Manual Regulatory model: P22G Regulatory type: P22G001; P22G002
Dell Inspiron M4040/14-N4050 Owner's Manual Regulatory model: P22G Regulatory type: P22G001; P22G002
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11 Coin-Cell Battery 43 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 43 Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 45 12 USB Board 47 Removing the USB Board 47 Replacing the USB Board 48 13 Thermal Cooling Assembly 49 Removing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 49 Replacing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 50 14 Processor Module (For Inspiron 14-N4050 Only) 51 Removing the Processor Module 51 Replacing the Processor Module 52 15 Hinge Cover 55 Removing the Hinge Cover 55 Replacing the Hinge Cover 57 16 Display 59 Display Assembly 59 Contents 5
11 Coin-Cell Battery 43 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 43 Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 45 12 USB Board 47 Removing the USB Board 47 Replacing the USB Board 48 13 Thermal Cooling Assembly 49 Removing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 49 Replacing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 50 14 Processor Module (For Inspiron 14-N4050 Only) 51 Removing the Processor Module 51 Replacing the Processor Module 52 15 Hinge Cover 55 Removing the Hinge Cover 55 Replacing the Hinge Cover 57 16 Display 59 Display Assembly 59 Contents 5
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... technician should perform repairs on the system board. Damage due to the system board, remove the main battery, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. b Disconnect the coin-cell battery cable from the connector on your computer. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist... inside your computer). For additional safety best practices information, see "Removing the Battery" on the system board and remove the audio-board cable. For Inspiron 14-N4050: a Lift the connector latch that shipped with your warranty.
... technician should perform repairs on the system board. Damage due to the system board, remove the main battery, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. b Disconnect the coin-cell battery cable from the connector on your computer. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist... inside your computer). For additional safety best practices information, see "Removing the Battery" on the system board and remove the audio-board cable. For Inspiron 14-N4050: a Lift the connector latch that shipped with your warranty.
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... to the connector on the system board. 2 Follow the instructions from step 3 to the connector on the system board. CAUTION: Before turning on page 14. For Inspiron M4040: With the positive side up, snap the coin-cell battery into the connector on the system board. b Connect the coin-cell battery cable to...-Cell Battery 1 Follow the instructions in damage to the computer. Failure to do so may result in "Before You Begin" on the computer base. For Inspiron 14-N4050: a Slide the coin-cell battery into the battery socket on page 9.
... to the connector on the system board. 2 Follow the instructions from step 3 to the connector on the system board. CAUTION: Before turning on page 14. For Inspiron M4040: With the positive side up, snap the coin-cell battery into the connector on the system board. b Connect the coin-cell battery cable to...-Cell Battery 1 Follow the instructions in damage to the computer. Failure to do so may result in "Before You Begin" on the computer base. For Inspiron 14-N4050: a Slide the coin-cell battery into the battery socket on page 9.
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... the system board, remove the main battery, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 14 Processor Module (For Inspiron 14-N4050 Only) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. CAUTION: Handle components and cards by periodically touching an... screw counterclockwise until it comes to servicing that shipped with your skin can reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal pads. Processor Module (For Inspiron 14-N4050 Only) 51
... the system board, remove the main battery, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 14 Processor Module (For Inspiron 14-N4050 Only) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. CAUTION: Handle components and cards by periodically touching an... screw counterclockwise until it comes to servicing that shipped with your skin can reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal pads. Processor Module (For Inspiron 14-N4050 Only) 51
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CAUTION: When removing the processor module, pull the module straight up. Be careful not to illustrate proper installation is shipped. 52 Processor Module (For Inspiron 14-N4050 Only) NOTE: If you install a new processor, a new thermal assembly including an affixed thermal pad or a new thermal pad along with documentation to bend the pins on the processor module. 6 Lift the processor module from the ZIF socket. 3 1 2 1 processor module 3 ZIF-socket cam screw 2 ZIF socket Replacing the Processor Module 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
CAUTION: When removing the processor module, pull the module straight up. Be careful not to illustrate proper installation is shipped. 52 Processor Module (For Inspiron 14-N4050 Only) NOTE: If you install a new processor, a new thermal assembly including an affixed thermal pad or a new thermal pad along with documentation to bend the pins on the processor module. 6 Lift the processor module from the ZIF socket. 3 1 2 1 processor module 3 ZIF-socket cam screw 2 ZIF socket Replacing the Processor Module 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
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... or more corners of the module are aligned at the same height. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 28. 6 Replace the battery. Processor Module (For Inspiron 14-N4050 Only) 53 When the processor module is not seated properly. See "Replacing the Thermal Cooling Assembly" on the computer, replace all four corners are higher... pin-1 corner of the ZIF socket, then insert the processor module. Failure to do so may result in "Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly" on page 14.
... or more corners of the module are aligned at the same height. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 28. 6 Replace the battery. Processor Module (For Inspiron 14-N4050 Only) 53 When the processor module is not seated properly. See "Replacing the Thermal Cooling Assembly" on the computer, replace all four corners are higher... pin-1 corner of the ZIF socket, then insert the processor module. Failure to do so may result in "Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly" on page 14.
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...not followed. Dell Inspiron M4040/14-N4050 Owner's Manual Before You Begin Battery Keyboard Memory Module(s) Optical Drive Palm-Rest Assembly Power Button Board Hard Drive Wireless Mini-Card Audio Board Coin-Cell Battery USB Board Thermal Cooling Assembly Processor Module (For Inspiron 14-N4050 Only) ...Hinge Cover Display Camera Module System Board Flashing the BIOS Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of Dell Inc. Microsoft®, Windows®, ...
...not followed. Dell Inspiron M4040/14-N4050 Owner's Manual Before You Begin Battery Keyboard Memory Module(s) Optical Drive Palm-Rest Assembly Power Button Board Hard Drive Wireless Mini-Card Audio Board Coin-Cell Battery USB Board Thermal Cooling Assembly Processor Module (For Inspiron 14-N4050 Only) ...Hinge Cover Display Camera Module System Board Flashing the BIOS Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of Dell Inc. Microsoft®, Windows®, ...
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...board cable. 6. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Remove the battery. Use the alignment posts on the computer base to place the audio board in Before You Begin. 2.... connector latch to secure the audio-board cable to the connector on the system board. 4. Back to Contents Page Audio Board Dell Inspiron M4040/14-N4050 Owner's Manual Removing the Audio Board Replacing the Audio Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that ...
...board cable. 6. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Remove the battery. Use the alignment posts on the computer base to place the audio board in Before You Begin. 2.... connector latch to secure the audio-board cable to the connector on the system board. 4. Back to Contents Page Audio Board Dell Inspiron M4040/14-N4050 Owner's Manual Removing the Audio Board Replacing the Audio Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that ...
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...To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your warranty. Back to Contents Page Battery Dell Inspiron M4040/14-N4050 Owner's Manual Removing the Battery Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not ...authorized by Dell is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on your computer. ...
...To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your warranty. Back to Contents Page Battery Dell Inspiron M4040/14-N4050 Owner's Manual Removing the Battery Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not ...authorized by Dell is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on your computer. ...
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...require the following tools: l Small flat-blade screwdriver l Phillips screwdriver l Plastic scribe l BIOS executable update program available at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. The computer turns off after the operating system shutdown process is turned off when you disconnect a cable, pull on...not on a card. Damage due to servicing that shipped with locking tabs; Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell Inspiron M4040/14-N4050 Owner's Manual Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer This manual provides procedures for removing and ...
...require the following tools: l Small flat-blade screwdriver l Phillips screwdriver l Plastic scribe l BIOS executable update program available at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. The computer turns off after the operating system shutdown process is turned off when you disconnect a cable, pull on...not on a card. Damage due to servicing that shipped with locking tabs; Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell Inspiron M4040/14-N4050 Owner's Manual Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer This manual provides procedures for removing and ...
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... product brand in the Select Your Product Model list. The file icon appears on your computer. b. Back to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3. Go to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell Inspiron M4040/14-N4050 Owner's Manual The BIOS may require flashing when an update is the same as the file that you have selected...
... product brand in the Select Your Product Model list. The file icon appears on your computer. b. Back to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3. Go to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell Inspiron M4040/14-N4050 Owner's Manual The BIOS may require flashing when an update is the same as the file that you have selected...
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... module. 10. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See Removing the Battery. 3. Disconnect the camera cable from step 3 to step 8 in Before You Begin. 2. Follow... Drive. 5. Remove the display assembly. Removing the Camera Module 1. Remove the display bezel. Back to Contents Page Camera Module Dell Inspiron M4040/14-N4050 Owner's Manual Removing the Camera Module Replacing the Camera Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that ...
... module. 10. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See Removing the Battery. 3. Disconnect the camera cable from step 3 to step 8 in Before You Begin. 2. Follow... Drive. 5. Remove the display assembly. Removing the Camera Module 1. Remove the display bezel. Back to Contents Page Camera Module Dell Inspiron M4040/14-N4050 Owner's Manual Removing the Camera Module Replacing the Camera Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that ...
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...-board cable. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Remove the battery. For Inspiron 14-N4050: a. Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 1. Lift the connector latch that secures the audio-board cable to the connector on your computer. Lift...
...-board cable. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Remove the battery. For Inspiron 14-N4050: a. Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 1. Lift the connector latch that secures the audio-board cable to the connector on your computer. Lift...
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For Inspiron M4040: With the positive side up, snap the coin-cell battery into the battery socket on the computer base. c. Follow the instructions in damage to .... b. CAUTION: Before turning on the system board. Back to step 7 in Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly. Follow the instructions from step 3 to Contents Page For Inspiron 14-N4050: a. b. Press down on the connector latch to secure the audio-board cable to the connector on the system board.
For Inspiron M4040: With the positive side up, snap the coin-cell battery into the battery socket on the computer base. c. Follow the instructions in damage to .... b. CAUTION: Before turning on the system board. Back to step 7 in Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly. Follow the instructions from step 3 to Contents Page For Inspiron 14-N4050: a. b. Press down on the connector latch to secure the audio-board cable to the connector on the system board.
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Back to Contents Page Display Dell Inspiron M4040/14-N4050 Owner's Manual Display Assembly Display Bezel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secure the display assembly to the computer base. ...11. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See ...
Back to Contents Page Display Dell Inspiron M4040/14-N4050 Owner's Manual Display Assembly Display Bezel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secure the display assembly to the computer base. ...11. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See ...
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...Lift the hard-drive assembly out of the hard drive. Slide the hard-drive assembly to the left to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell Inspiron M4040/14-N4050 Owner's Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer. CAUTION: Only a certified service ...yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your computer). CAUTION: Hard drives are installing a hard drive from a source other than Dell, you are extremely fragile. See Removing the Battery. 3. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is not covered by periodically ...
...Lift the hard-drive assembly out of the hard drive. Slide the hard-drive assembly to the left to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell Inspiron M4040/14-N4050 Owner's Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer. CAUTION: Only a certified service ...yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your computer). CAUTION: Hard drives are installing a hard drive from a source other than Dell, you are extremely fragile. See Removing the Battery. 3. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is not covered by periodically ...
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... fan cable from the computer. 1 thermal cooling assembly 3 captive screws (4) 2 fan cable Replacing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 1. Back to Contents Page Thermal Cooling Assembly Dell Inspiron M4040/14-N4050 Owner's Manual Removing the Thermal Cooling Assembly Replacing the Thermal Cooling Assembly WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not...
... fan cable from the computer. 1 thermal cooling assembly 3 captive screws (4) 2 fan cable Replacing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 1. Back to Contents Page Thermal Cooling Assembly Dell Inspiron M4040/14-N4050 Owner's Manual Removing the Thermal Cooling Assembly Replacing the Thermal Cooling Assembly WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not...
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... or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the processor thermal cooling assembly. Back to Contents Page Processor Module (For Inspiron 14-N4050 Only) Dell Inspiron M4040/14-N4050 Owner's Manual Removing the Processor Module Replacing the Processor Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized...
... or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the processor thermal cooling assembly. Back to Contents Page Processor Module (For Inspiron 14-N4050 Only) Dell Inspiron M4040/14-N4050 Owner's Manual Removing the Processor Module Replacing the Processor Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized...