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..., Windows, Windows Vista, and the Windows Vista start button logo are trademarks of Dell Inc.; disclaims any proprietary interest in any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2010 Dell Inc. P07F003 All rights reserved. Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Before You Begin Battery Keyboard Palm Rest Speakers Power Button Module Memory Module(s) Hard Drive Optical Drive Wireless Mini-Card Internal Module With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Coin-Cell Battery Processor Heat Sink Processor Module Display Camera Module System Board Flashing the BIOS...
..., Windows, Windows Vista, and the Windows Vista start button logo are trademarks of Dell Inc.; disclaims any proprietary interest in any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2010 Dell Inc. P07F003 All rights reserved. Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Before You Begin Battery Keyboard Palm Rest Speakers Power Button Module Memory Module(s) Hard Drive Optical Drive Wireless Mini-Card Internal Module With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Coin-Cell Battery Processor Heat Sink Processor Module Display Camera Module System Board Flashing the BIOS...
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... shut down the operating system: Windows® 7: Click Start and then click Shut Down. As you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on a card. l You have performed the steps in Turning Off Your Computer and Before Working Inside Your Computer. Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer...
... shut down the operating system: Windows® 7: Click Start and then click Shut Down. As you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on a card. l You have performed the steps in Turning Off Your Computer and Before Working Inside Your Computer. Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer...
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... Download Complete window appears. Back to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3. Turn on the screen. Go to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual The BIOS may require flashing when an update is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 8. Enter your computer's Service Tag in the Select Your Product Family list. Select the type of the computer. A list of the menu. Click Save to start over again, click Start...
... Download Complete window appears. Back to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3. Turn on the screen. Go to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual The BIOS may require flashing when an update is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 8. Enter your computer's Service Tag in the Select Your Product Family list. Select the type of the computer. A list of the menu. Click Save to start over again, click Start...
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...Removing the Bluetooth Module 1. Lift the Bluetooth module away from the system board. 1 Bluetooth module 2 screw Replacing the Bluetooth Module 1. Remove the screw that secures the Bluetooth module to the connector on the system board. 6. Remove the battery (see Removing the Palm Rest). 5. Align the connector on the Bluetooth module with your computer. Back to Contents Page Internal Module With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Bluetooth Module Replacing the Bluetooth Module WARNING: Before working...
...Removing the Bluetooth Module 1. Lift the Bluetooth module away from the system board. 1 Bluetooth module 2 screw Replacing the Bluetooth Module 1. Remove the screw that secures the Bluetooth module to the connector on the system board. 6. Remove the battery (see Removing the Palm Rest). 5. Align the connector on the Bluetooth module with your computer. Back to Contents Page Internal Module With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Bluetooth Module Replacing the Bluetooth Module WARNING: Before working...
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.... 2. Lift the camera module off the display cover. 1 camera module 2 latches (2) Replacing the Camera Module 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page Camera Module Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Camera Module Replacing the Camera Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell™ is fully seated. 3. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding...
.... 2. Lift the camera module off the display cover. 1 camera module 2 latches (2) Replacing the Camera Module 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page Camera Module Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Camera Module Replacing the Camera Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell™ is fully seated. 3. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding...
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...; Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Processor Module Replacing the Processor Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell™ is perpendicular to the processor when turning the cam screw. 6. Damage due to servicing that shipped with your computer. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the center of the thermal pads. Remove...
...; Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Processor Module Replacing the Processor Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell™ is perpendicular to the processor when turning the cam screw. 6. Damage due to servicing that shipped with your computer. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the center of the thermal pads. Remove...
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... the system board. 1 processor heat sink 3 display cable connector 2 fan cable connector 7. Removing the Processor Heat Sink 1. Remove the adhesive tape that is not authorized by Dell™ is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the cable routing before working inside the computer. Back to Contents Page Processor Heat Sink Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Processor Heat Sink Replacing the Processor...
... the system board. 1 processor heat sink 3 display cable connector 2 fan cable connector 7. Removing the Processor Heat Sink 1. Remove the adhesive tape that is not authorized by Dell™ is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the cable routing before working inside the computer. Back to Contents Page Processor Heat Sink Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Processor Heat Sink Replacing the Processor...
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... system board. 7. Damage due to servicing that secure the hard drive to the base of the hard-drive bay. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Battery). 3. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by Dell™ is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive. Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive WARNING: Before working...
... system board. 7. Damage due to servicing that secure the hard drive to the base of the hard-drive bay. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Battery). 3. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by Dell™ is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive. Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive WARNING: Before working...
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... Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed . Save the original packaging for your computer, as needed . Failure to the computer. 8. See "Restoring Your Operating System" in damage to do so may result in the Setup Guide. 9. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that secure the hard- Install the operating system for storing or shipping the hard drive. 3. Remove the new hard drive...
... Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed . Save the original packaging for your computer, as needed . Failure to the computer. 8. See "Restoring Your Operating System" in damage to do so may result in the Setup Guide. 9. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that secure the hard- Install the operating system for storing or shipping the hard drive. 3. Remove the new hard drive...
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... Battery). 3. Turn the palm rest over. 6. Lift and slide the power button module from under the latch and align the screw hole on your computer. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your computer. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page Power Button Module Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Power Button Module Replacing...
... Battery). 3. Turn the palm rest over. 6. Lift and slide the power button module from under the latch and align the screw hole on your computer. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your computer. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page Power Button Module Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Power Button Module Replacing...
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... "Specifications" in the connector labeled "DIMM B." 1. Removing the Memory Module(s) 1. Use your fingertips to Contents Page Memory Module(s) Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Memory Module(s) Replacing the Memory Module(s) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by installing memory modules on the system board. Back to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of memory supported by...
... "Specifications" in the connector labeled "DIMM B." 1. Removing the Memory Module(s) 1. Use your fingertips to Contents Page Memory Module(s) Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Memory Module(s) Replacing the Memory Module(s) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by installing memory modules on the system board. Back to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of memory supported by...
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... Replacing the Battery). Replace the battery (see Replacing the Keyboard). 5. Turn on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to Contents Page Click Start ® Help and Support® Dell System Information. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer. As the computer boots, it clicks into place. Back to do not hear the click, remove the memory module...
... Replacing the Battery). Replace the battery (see Replacing the Keyboard). 5. Turn on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to Contents Page Click Start ® Help and Support® Dell System Information. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer. As the computer boots, it clicks into place. Back to do not hear the click, remove the memory module...
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... Network (WLAN), Wi-Fi, or Worldwide Interoperability for wireless Mini-Cards from the wireless Mini-Card. 1 antenna cable 2 wireless Mini-Card 3 screw 5. Damage due to the connector on your computer). Back to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to Contents Page Wireless Mini-Card Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Wireless Mini-Card Replacing the Wireless...
... Network (WLAN), Wi-Fi, or Worldwide Interoperability for wireless Mini-Cards from the wireless Mini-Card. 1 antenna cable 2 wireless Mini-Card 3 screw 5. Damage due to the connector on your computer). Back to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to Contents Page Wireless Mini-Card Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Wireless Mini-Card Replacing the Wireless...
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... instructions in damage to the wireless Mini-Card, never place cables under the card. 3. Remove the new wireless Mini-Card from a source other end of the wireless Mini-Card down into place. NOTE: If you may result in Before You Begin. 2. CAUTION: Before turning on the system board, and realign the card. Replacing the Wireless Mini-Card 1. CAUTION: Use firm and even pressure to slide the card into the slot...
... instructions in damage to the wireless Mini-Card, never place cables under the card. 3. Remove the new wireless Mini-Card from a source other end of the wireless Mini-Card down into place. NOTE: If you may result in Before You Begin. 2. CAUTION: Before turning on the system board, and realign the card. Replacing the Wireless Mini-Card 1. CAUTION: Use firm and even pressure to slide the card into the slot...
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... Removing the Bluetooth Module). 10. Remove the Bluetooth module (see Removing the Battery). 3. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer. Remove the coin-cell battery (see Removing the Hard Drive). 7. Remove the two screws that secure the system board to servicing that shipped with your warranty. Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing...
... Removing the Bluetooth Module). 10. Remove the Bluetooth module (see Removing the Battery). 3. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer. Remove the coin-cell battery (see Removing the Hard Drive). 7. Remove the two screws that secure the system board to servicing that shipped with your warranty. Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing...
Inspiron 15 M5030 Setup Guide
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... Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Front View Features 22 Status Lights and Indicators 24 Computer Base Features 26 Touch Pad Gestures 28 Multimedia Control Keys 30 Using the Optical Drive 32 Display Features 34 Removing and Replacing the Battery 36 Software Features 38 Dell DataSafe Online Backup...
... Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Front View Features 22 Status Lights and Indicators 24 Computer Base Features 26 Touch Pad Gestures 28 Multimedia Control Keys 30 Using the Optical Drive 32 Display Features 34 Removing and Replacing the Battery 36 Software Features 38 Dell DataSafe Online Backup...
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... the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. NOTE: To replace parts, see "Contacting Dell" on page 71. Beep Codes Your computer might 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. Three Possible system board failure -
... the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. NOTE: To replace parts, see "Contacting Dell" on page 71. Beep Codes Your computer might 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. Three Possible system board failure -
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... and Software Problems" on Dell computers. Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during POST (Power On Self Test) to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities disc. 51 Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Start the Dell Diagnostics from your computer, perform the checks in the system setup program and is detected but incorrectly configured...
... and Software Problems" on Dell computers. Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during POST (Power On Self Test) to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities disc. 51 Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Start the Dell Diagnostics from your computer, perform the checks in the system setup program and is detected but incorrectly configured...
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... regarding the configuration of your computer, see your computer. INSPIRON Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer documentation at the following location: Windows® 7: Start → All Programs→ Dell Help Documentation Windows Vista®: Start → Help and Support→ Dell EDocs Computer Model Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020 Dell Inspiron M5030 Dell Inspiron N5030 System...
... regarding the configuration of your computer, see your computer. INSPIRON Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer documentation at the following location: Windows® 7: Start → All Programs→ Dell Help Documentation Windows Vista®: Start → Help and Support→ Dell EDocs Computer Model Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020 Dell Inspiron M5030 Dell Inspiron N5030 System...
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Index H hardware problems diagnosing 51 Hardware Troubleshooter 51 help getting assistance and support 64 I Internet connection 14 ISP Internet Service Provider 14 M memory problems solving 44 N network connection fixing 42 84 P power problems, solving 43 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 41 products information and purchasing 67 R resources, finding more 72 restoring factory image 62 S shipping products for return or repair 68 software features 38 software problems 45 solving problems 41 specifications 74
Index H hardware problems diagnosing 51 Hardware Troubleshooter 51 help getting assistance and support 64 I Internet connection 14 ISP Internet Service Provider 14 M memory problems solving 44 N network connection fixing 42 84 P power problems, solving 43 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 41 products information and purchasing 67 R resources, finding more 72 restoring factory image 62 S shipping products for return or repair 68 software features 38 software problems 45 solving problems 41 specifications 74