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Replacing the Optical Drive 21 6 Memory Module(s 23 Removing the Memory Module(s 23 Replacing the Memory Module(s 24 7 Keyboard 27 Removing the Keyboard 27 Replacing the Keyboard 29 8 Palm-Rest Assembly 31 Removing the Palm-Rest Assembly 31 Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly 34 9 Hot-Key Board 37 Removing the Hot-Key Board 37 Replacing the Hot-Key Board 38 10 Power Button Board 41 Removing the Power Button Board 41 Replacing the Power Button Board 42 4 Contents
Replacing the Optical Drive 21 6 Memory Module(s 23 Removing the Memory Module(s 23 Replacing the Memory Module(s 24 7 Keyboard 27 Removing the Keyboard 27 Replacing the Keyboard 29 8 Palm-Rest Assembly 31 Removing the Palm-Rest Assembly 31 Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly 34 9 Hot-Key Board 37 Removing the Hot-Key Board 37 Replacing the Hot-Key Board 38 10 Power Button Board 41 Removing the Power Button Board 41 Replacing the Power Button Board 42 4 Contents
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Removing the Display Brackets 62 Replacing the Display Brackets 63 14 Camera Module 65 Removing the Camera Module 65 Replacing the Camera Module 66 15 Hinge Cover 69 Removing the Hinge Cover 69 Replacing the Hinge Cover 71 16 VGA Connector Board 73 Removing the VGA Connector Board 73 Replacing the VGA Connector Board 74 17 System Board 77 Removing the System Board 77 Replacing the System Board 81 Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 82 18 Speakers 83 Removing the Speakers 83 Replacing the Speakers 84 6 Contents
Removing the Display Brackets 62 Replacing the Display Brackets 63 14 Camera Module 65 Removing the Camera Module 65 Replacing the Camera Module 66 15 Hinge Cover 69 Removing the Hinge Cover 69 Replacing the Hinge Cover 71 16 VGA Connector Board 73 Removing the VGA Connector Board 73 Replacing the VGA Connector Board 74 17 System Board 77 Removing the System Board 77 Replacing the System Board 81 Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 82 18 Speakers 83 Removing the Speakers 83 Replacing the Speakers 84 6 Contents
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19 Coin-Cell Battery 87 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 87 Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 88 20 Thermal Cooling Assembly 89 Removing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 89 Replacing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 90 21 Processor Module 91 Removing the Processor Module 91 Replacing the Processor Module 92 22 Hard-Drive Assembly 95 Removing the Hard-Drive Assembly 95 Replacing the Hard-Drive Assembly 97 23 I/O Board 99 Removing the I/O Board 99 Replacing the I/O Board 100 24 AC-Adapter Connector 101 Removing the AC-Adapter Connector 101 Contents 7
19 Coin-Cell Battery 87 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 87 Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 88 20 Thermal Cooling Assembly 89 Removing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 89 Replacing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 90 21 Processor Module 91 Removing the Processor Module 91 Replacing the Processor Module 92 22 Hard-Drive Assembly 95 Removing the Hard-Drive Assembly 95 Replacing the Hard-Drive Assembly 97 23 I/O Board 99 Removing the I/O Board 99 Replacing the I/O Board 100 24 AC-Adapter Connector 101 Removing the AC-Adapter Connector 101 Contents 7
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Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following steps before you begin working inside the computer. 1 Ensure that the work surface is not covered by Dell is flat and clean to servicing that both connectors are disconnecting this type of cable, press in -1 media card reader. 5 Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets. 6 Disconnect all telephone or network cables from the computer...
Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following steps before you begin working inside the computer. 1 Ensure that the work surface is not covered by Dell is flat and clean to servicing that both connectors are disconnecting this type of cable, press in -1 media card reader. 5 Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets. 6 Disconnect all telephone or network cables from the computer...
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Failure to do so may result in place. 3 Tighten the captive screw that no stray screws remain inside the computer. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that secures the module cover to the computer base. 4 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 16). 1 2 3 1 captive screw 2 module cover 3 tabs (2) Replacing the Module Cover 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the tabs on the module cover with the slots on the computer base and gently snap the cover in damage to the computer. 18 Module Cover
Failure to do so may result in place. 3 Tighten the captive screw that no stray screws remain inside the computer. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that secures the module cover to the computer base. 4 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 16). 1 2 3 1 captive screw 2 module cover 3 tabs (2) Replacing the Module Cover 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the tabs on the module cover with the slots on the computer base and gently snap the cover in damage to the computer. 18 Module Cover
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... be accessed from the memory-module connector. Your computer has two user-accessible SO-DIMM sockets, labeled DIMM A and DIMM B, that shipped with your computer. Removing the Memory Module(s) 1 Follow the instructions in your Setup Guide for information on the type of the computer. Memory 23 See "Specifications" in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 15). 3 Remove the module cover (see "Removing the Module Cover" on...
... be accessed from the memory-module connector. Your computer has two user-accessible SO-DIMM sockets, labeled DIMM A and DIMM B, that shipped with your computer. Removing the Memory Module(s) 1 Follow the instructions in your Setup Guide for information on the type of the computer. Memory 23 See "Specifications" in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 15). 3 Remove the module cover (see "Removing the Module Cover" on...
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... the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot. 24 Memory 1 3 2 1 memory-module connector 2 securing clips (2) 3 memory module Replacing the Memory Module(s) CAUTION: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the connector labeled "DIMM A" before you do not hear the click, remove the memory module and reinstall it clicks into place. If you install a memory module in the connector labeled "DIMM B." 1 Follow the instructions in "Before...
... the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot. 24 Memory 1 3 2 1 memory-module connector 2 securing clips (2) 3 memory module Replacing the Memory Module(s) CAUTION: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the connector labeled "DIMM A" before you do not hear the click, remove the memory module and reinstall it clicks into place. If you install a memory module in the connector labeled "DIMM B." 1 Follow the instructions in "Before...
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... Assembly 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Replace the power button board (see "Replacing the Power Button Board" on page 42). 3 Replace the hot-key board (see "Replacing the Hot-Key Board" on page 38). 4 Align the tabs on the palm-rest assembly with the slots on the computer base and gently snap the palm-rest assembly in place. 5 Slide the power-button cable, touch-pad cable, and hot-key board cable into the connectors...
... Assembly 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Replace the power button board (see "Replacing the Power Button Board" on page 42). 3 Replace the hot-key board (see "Replacing the Hot-Key Board" on page 38). 4 Align the tabs on the palm-rest assembly with the slots on the computer base and gently snap the palm-rest assembly in place. 5 Slide the power-button cable, touch-pad cable, and hot-key board cable into the connectors...
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... install the appropriate drivers and utilities. 48 Wireless Mini-Card(s) Failure to do so may result in damage to step 5 in "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 21. 10 Replace the module cover (see "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 18). 11 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 29). 9 Follow the instructions from a source other end of the Mini-Card down into the slot on the system board...
... install the appropriate drivers and utilities. 48 Wireless Mini-Card(s) Failure to do so may result in damage to step 5 in "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 21. 10 Replace the module cover (see "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 18). 11 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 29). 9 Follow the instructions from a source other end of the Mini-Card down into the slot on the system board...
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...: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that the main battery is installed properly. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Press as soon as you have replaced the system board, enter the computer Service Tag in -1 media card reader. 20 Replace any cards or blanks removed from the 8-in the BIOS of the replacement system board. 22 Enter the service tag (see the Dell logo to enter the system setup program. 4 Navigate...
...: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that the main battery is installed properly. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Press as soon as you have replaced the system board, enter the computer Service Tag in -1 media card reader. 20 Replace any cards or blanks removed from the 8-in the BIOS of the replacement system board. 22 Enter the service tag (see the Dell logo to enter the system setup program. 4 Navigate...
Service Manual
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... the system board. 7 Replace the screw that secure the hard-drive bracket to the hard drive. 5 Place the hard-drive assembly on the system board. 6 Slide the hard-drive assembly to connect it to the system board. Hard-Drive Assembly 97 3 2 1 1 screws (4) 3 hard drive 2 hard-drive bracket Replacing the Hard-Drive Assembly 1 Follow the instructions in the hard-drive bracket. 4 Replace the four screws that secures the hard-drive assembly to the connector on page 9. 2 Remove the new hard drive from its...
... the system board. 7 Replace the screw that secure the hard-drive bracket to the hard drive. 5 Place the hard-drive assembly on the system board. 6 Slide the hard-drive assembly to connect it to the system board. Hard-Drive Assembly 97 3 2 1 1 screws (4) 3 hard drive 2 hard-drive bracket Replacing the Hard-Drive Assembly 1 Follow the instructions in the hard-drive bracket. 4 Replace the four screws that secures the hard-drive assembly to the connector on page 9. 2 Remove the new hard drive from its...
Setup Guide
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... Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 18 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 22 Right View Features 22 Left View Features 24 Back View Features 28 Front View Features 30 Status Lights and Indicators 32 Disabling Battery Charging 33 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 34 Touch Pad Gestures 38 Multimedia Control Keys...
... Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 18 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 22 Right View Features 22 Left View Features 24 Back View Features 28 Front View Features 30 Status Lights and Indicators 32 Disabling Battery Charging 33 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 34 Touch Pad Gestures 38 Multimedia Control Keys...
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... Problems 56 Beep Codes 56 Network Problems 57 Power Problems 57 Memory Problems 59 Lockups and Software Problems 59 Using Support Tools 62 Dell Support Center 62 My Dell Downloads 63 Hardware Troubleshooter 64 Dell Diagnostics 64 Restoring Your Operating System 66 System Restore 67 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 68 System Recovery Media 71 Dell Factory Image Restore 72 Getting Help 74 Technical Support and Customer Service 75 DellConnect 75 Online Services 76 Automated Order-Status Service 77 Product Information 77 Returning Items for Repair...
... Problems 56 Beep Codes 56 Network Problems 57 Power Problems 57 Memory Problems 59 Lockups and Software Problems 59 Using Support Tools 62 Dell Support Center 62 My Dell Downloads 63 Hardware Troubleshooter 64 Dell Diagnostics 64 Restoring Your Operating System 66 System Restore 67 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 68 System Recovery Media 71 Dell Factory Image Restore 72 Getting Help 74 Technical Support and Customer Service 75 DellConnect 75 Online Services 76 Automated Order-Status Service 77 Product Information 77 Returning Items for Repair...
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... operating state. The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). You will require the following to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create system recovery media...
... operating state. The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). You will require the following to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create system recovery media...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 17 Click the Intel Wireless Display icon on the desktop. Select Connect to Existing Adapter. To enable wireless display: 1. The Intel Wireless Display window appears. 2. NOTE: You can download and install the latest driver for "Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager" from support.dell.com. NOTE: For more information about wireless display, see the wireless display adapter documentation.
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 17 Click the Intel Wireless Display icon on the desktop. Select Connect to Existing Adapter. To enable wireless display: 1. The Intel Wireless Display window appears. 2. NOTE: You can download and install the latest driver for "Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager" from support.dell.com. NOTE: For more information about wireless display, see the wireless display adapter documentation.
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... emit a series of beeps during start-up if there are errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. BIOS ROM checksum failure Two No RAM detected NOTE: If you cannot solve your computer. INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for assistance. See the Service Manual at support.dell.com. Chipset error Four RAM read/write failure Five Real Time Clock failure Six Video card or...
... emit a series of beeps during start-up if there are errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. BIOS ROM checksum failure Two No RAM detected NOTE: If you cannot solve your computer. INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for assistance. See the Service Manual at support.dell.com. Chipset error Four RAM read/write failure Five Real Time Clock failure Six Video card or...
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... standby mode or the display may not be responding. • Press a key on the keyboard, move the connected mouse or a finger on the touch pad, or press the power button to the same electrical outlet. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the light on the AC adapter is on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on . Solving Problems • If the AC adapter cable...
... standby mode or the display may not be responding. • Press a key on the keyboard, move the connected mouse or a finger on the touch pad, or press the power button to the same electrical outlet. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the light on the AC adapter is on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on . Solving Problems • If the AC adapter cable...
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Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - If necessary, install additional memory (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory module(s) into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 82). Select the program that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. Click End Task...
Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - If necessary, install additional memory (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory module(s) into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 82). Select the program that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. Click End Task...
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Computer Model Memory Dell Inspiron N4110 Computer Information System chipset Mobile Intel 6 Series Processor types Intel Core i3 Intel Core i5 Intel Core i7 Intel Pentium Dual Core Memory module connector Memory module capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory Possible memory configurations two user-accessible SODIMM connectors 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB 2 GB 8 GB 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB, 6 GB, and 8 GB 86 To launch the Dell Support Center, click Start → All Programs...
Computer Model Memory Dell Inspiron N4110 Computer Information System chipset Mobile Intel 6 Series Processor types Intel Core i3 Intel Core i5 Intel Core i7 Intel Pentium Dual Core Memory module connector Memory module capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory Possible memory configurations two user-accessible SODIMM connectors 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB 2 GB 8 GB 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB, 6 GB, and 8 GB 86 To launch the Dell Support Center, click Start → All Programs...
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problems, solving 56 products information and purchasing 77 R resources, finding more 84 restoring factory image 72 S Service Tag locating 80 setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 78 SIM card 12 software features 52 software problems 59 solving problems 56 specifications 86 support e-mail addresses 76 support sites worldwide 76 System Recovery Media 71 system reinstall options 66 System Restore 67 T Touch Pad Gestures 38 U Using the Emergency Eject Hole 42 V ventilation, ensuring 5 W warranty returns 78 Windows Index 97
problems, solving 56 products information and purchasing 77 R resources, finding more 84 restoring factory image 72 S Service Tag locating 80 setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 78 SIM card 12 software features 52 software problems 59 solving problems 56 specifications 86 support e-mail addresses 76 support sites worldwide 76 System Recovery Media 71 system reinstall options 66 System Restore 67 T Touch Pad Gestures 38 U Using the Emergency Eject Hole 42 V ventilation, ensuring 5 W warranty returns 78 Windows Index 97
