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Replacing the Module Cover 22 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 35 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 Module Cover 22 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 35 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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Replacing the Thermal Fan 66 16 System Board 69 Removing the System Board 69 Replacing the System Board 72 Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 73 17 Coin-Cell Battery 75 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 75 Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 76 18 I/O Board 79 Removing the I/O Board 79 Replacing the I/O Board 80 19 Thermal Cooling Assembly 81 Removing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 81 Replacing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 82 20 Processor Module 85 Removing the Processor Module 85 Replacing the Processor Module 86 6 Contents
Replacing the Thermal Fan 66 16 System Board 69 Removing the System Board 69 Replacing the System Board 72 Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 73 17 Coin-Cell Battery 75 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 75 Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 76 18 I/O Board 79 Removing the I/O Board 79 Replacing the I/O Board 80 19 Thermal Cooling Assembly 81 Removing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 81 Replacing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 82 20 Processor Module 85 Removing the Processor Module 85 Replacing the Processor Module 86 6 Contents
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... Display Assembly 89 Replacing the Display Assembly 91 Display Bezel 92 Removing the Display Bezel 92 Replacing the Display Bezel 93 Removing the Display Panel 94 Replacing the Display Panel 94 Replacing the Display Cable 96 Removing the Display Hinges 97 Replacing the Display Hinges 98 Removing the Display-Panel Brackets 98 Replacing the Display-Panel Brackets 99 22 Camera Module 101 Removing the Camera Module 101 Replacing the Camera Module 102 23 Hinge Cover 105 Removing the Hinge Cover 105 Replacing the Hinge Cover 108 24 AC-Adapter Connector 111 Removing...
... Display Assembly 89 Replacing the Display Assembly 91 Display Bezel 92 Removing the Display Bezel 92 Replacing the Display Bezel 93 Removing the Display Panel 94 Replacing the Display Panel 94 Replacing the Display Cable 96 Removing the Display Hinges 97 Replacing the Display Hinges 98 Removing the Display-Panel Brackets 98 Replacing the Display-Panel Brackets 99 22 Camera Module 101 Removing the Camera Module 101 Replacing the Camera Module 102 23 Hinge Cover 105 Removing the Hinge Cover 105 Replacing the Hinge Cover 108 24 AC-Adapter Connector 111 Removing...
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...: Handle components and cards with locking tabs; WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information 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 attached devices from being scratched. 2 Turn off your computer (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance...
...: Handle components and cards with locking tabs; WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information 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 attached devices from being scratched. 2 Turn off your computer (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance...
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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 page 16). 1 2 3 1 captive screw 2 module cover 3 tabs (3) 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 base. 4 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that secures the module cover to the computer. 22 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 page 16). 1 2 3 1 captive screw 2 module cover 3 tabs (3) 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 base. 4 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that secures the module cover to the computer. 22 Module Cover
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... system board, remove the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 15) before working inside the computer. 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 the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Your computer has two user-accessible SODIMM sockets, labeled DIMM A and DIMM B, that can increase your computer memory by...
... system board, remove the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 15) before working inside the computer. 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 the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Your computer has two user-accessible SODIMM sockets, labeled DIMM A and DIMM B, that can increase your computer memory by...
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.... 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 the slot at a 45-degree angle, and press the memory module down until it . NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot...
.... 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 the slot at a 45-degree angle, and press the memory module down until it . NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot...
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... "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 19. 9 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 29). 8 Follow the instructions from a source other end of the Mini-Card down into the system-board connector. 4 Press the other than Dell, you must install the appropriate drivers and utilities. 48 Wireless Mini-Card(s) NOTE: If you are installing. 3 Insert the Mini-Card connector at a 45-degree angle into the slot...
... "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 19. 9 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 29). 8 Follow the instructions from a source other end of the Mini-Card down into the system-board connector. 4 Press the other than Dell, you must install the appropriate drivers and utilities. 48 Wireless Mini-Card(s) NOTE: If you are installing. 3 Insert the Mini-Card connector at a 45-degree angle into the slot...
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... hard drive. Damage due to step 4 in Sleep state. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on page 9) before working inside the computer. CAUTION: Hard drives are installing a hard drive from sources other than Dell. For additional safety best practices information, see "Turning Off Your Computer" on the new hard drive. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on page 15) before removing the hard-drive...
... hard drive. Damage due to step 4 in Sleep state. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on page 9) before working inside the computer. CAUTION: Hard drives are installing a hard drive from sources other than Dell. For additional safety best practices information, see "Turning Off Your Computer" on the new hard drive. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on page 15) before removing the hard-drive...
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... secure the hard-drive bracket to the hard drive. 5 Place the hard-drive assembly on the computer base. 6 Slide the hard-drive assembly to connect it to the hard drive. 10 Lift the hard-drive bracket off the hard drive. 3 2 1 1 hard drive 3 screws (4) 2 hard-drive bracket Replacing the Hard Drive 1 Follow the instructions in the hard-drive bracket. 4 Replace the four screws that secure the hard-drive bracket to the connector on page 9. 2 Remove the new hard drive from its packaging. Hard Drive 51...
... secure the hard-drive bracket to the hard drive. 5 Place the hard-drive assembly on the computer base. 6 Slide the hard-drive assembly to connect it to the hard drive. 10 Lift the hard-drive bracket off the hard drive. 3 2 1 1 hard drive 3 screws (4) 2 hard-drive bracket Replacing the Hard Drive 1 Follow the instructions in the hard-drive bracket. 4 Replace the four screws that secure the hard-drive bracket to the connector on page 9. 2 Remove the new hard drive from its packaging. Hard Drive 51...
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... system board. 11 Replace the thermal fan (see "Replacing the Thermal Fan" on page 66). 12 Follow the instructions from step 5 to step 7 in "Replacing the Hard Drive" on page 51. 13 Replace the palm-rest assembly (see "Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly" on page 35). 14 Replace the keyboard (see "Removing the Processor Module" on page 29). 72 System Board 16 Remove the coin-cell battery (see "Removing...
... system board. 11 Replace the thermal fan (see "Replacing the Thermal Fan" on page 66). 12 Follow the instructions from step 5 to step 7 in "Replacing the Hard Drive" on page 51. 13 Replace the palm-rest assembly (see "Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly" on page 35). 14 Replace the keyboard (see "Removing the Processor Module" on page 29). 72 System Board 16 Remove the coin-cell battery (see "Removing...
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... the BIOS" on page 73). System Board 73 CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that the main battery is installed properly. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Press during POST to enter the system setup program. 4 Navigate to the computer. 19 Turn on the computer. 15 Replace the memory module (see "Replacing the Memory Module(s)" on page 24). 16 Follow the instructions from the Media Card Reader.
... the BIOS" on page 73). System Board 73 CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that the main battery is installed properly. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Press during POST to enter the system setup program. 4 Navigate to the computer. 19 Turn on the computer. 15 Replace the memory module (see "Replacing the Memory Module(s)" on page 24). 16 Follow the instructions from the Media Card Reader.
N7110 Setup Guide
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... Inspiron Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC 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 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 14 Connect to the Internet (Optional 16 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Back View Features 24 Front View Features 26 Status Lights and Indicators 28 Disabling Battery Charging 30 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 32 Touch Pad...
... Inspiron Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC 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 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 14 Connect to the Internet (Optional 16 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Back View Features 24 Front View Features 26 Status Lights and Indicators 28 Disabling Battery Charging 30 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 32 Touch Pad...
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... Problems 54 Beep Codes 54 Network Problems 55 Power Problems 55 Memory Problems 57 Lockups and Software Problems 57 Using Support Tools 60 Dell Support Center 60 My Dell Downloads 61 Hardware Troubleshooter 62 Dell Diagnostics 62 Restoring Your Operating System 64 System Restore 65 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 66 System Recovery Media 69 Dell Factory Image Restore 70 Getting Help 72 Technical Support and Customer Service 73 DellConnect 73 Online Services 74 Automated Order-Status Service 75 Product Information 75 Returning Items for Repair...
... Problems 54 Beep Codes 54 Network Problems 55 Power Problems 55 Memory Problems 57 Lockups and Software Problems 57 Using Support Tools 60 Dell Support Center 60 My Dell Downloads 61 Hardware Troubleshooter 62 Dell Diagnostics 62 Restoring Your Operating System 64 System Restore 65 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 66 System Recovery Media 69 Dell Factory Image Restore 70 Getting Help 72 Technical Support and Customer Service 73 DellConnect 73 Online Services 74 Automated Order-Status Service 75 Product Information 75 Returning Items for Repair...
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...the Intel Wireless Display icon on the keyboard to enable wireless. 3. Select your TV. NOTE: For more information about wireless display, see the wireless display adapter documentation. 15 Enter the security code that appears on the desktop. 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 the Detected wireless displays list. 9. Connect the wireless display adapter to Existing Adapter. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up wireless display...
...the Intel Wireless Display icon on the keyboard to enable wireless. 3. Select your TV. NOTE: For more information about wireless display, see the wireless display adapter documentation. 15 Enter the security code that appears on the desktop. 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 the Detected wireless displays list. 9. Connect the wireless display adapter to Existing Adapter. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up wireless display...
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... the keyboard. 4 Touch pad buttons (2) - For more information, see "Touch Pad Gestures" on page 36. The touch pad supports the Scroll, Flick, and Zoom features. NOTE: To enable or disable the touch pad, press along with the < > key on the function key row on a mouse. 33 Provide left -click by tapping the surface. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power button and light - The dual display enable or disable key , wireless enable or disable key , touch pad enable or disable key , brightness increase and decrease keys, and the multimedia keys are located in...
... the keyboard. 4 Touch pad buttons (2) - For more information, see "Touch Pad Gestures" on page 36. The touch pad supports the Scroll, Flick, and Zoom features. NOTE: To enable or disable the touch pad, press along with the < > key on the function key row on a mouse. 33 Provide left -click by tapping the surface. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power button and light - The dual display enable or disable key , wireless enable or disable key , touch pad enable or disable key , brightness increase and decrease keys, and the multimedia keys are located in...
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... in 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 56 pad, or press the power button to resume normal operation. • If the display is not responding, press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on...
... in 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 56 pad, or press the power button to resume normal operation. • If the display is not responding, press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on...
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... any open programs you experience other memory problems - • Run Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 62). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 80). Press simultaneously. 2. 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...
... any open programs you experience other memory problems - • Run Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 62). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 80). Press simultaneously. 2. 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...
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... Core Memory module connector Memory module capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory two user-accessible SODIMM connectors 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB 2 GB 8 GB Possible memory 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB, 6 GB, configurations and 8 GB 84 For more information regarding the configuration of your keyboard or click Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell Support Center. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. INSPIRON Specifications This...
... Core Memory module connector Memory module capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory two user-accessible SODIMM connectors 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB 2 GB 8 GB Possible memory 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB, 6 GB, configurations and 8 GB 84 For more information regarding the configuration of your keyboard or click Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell Support Center. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. INSPIRON Specifications This...
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Index products information and purchasing 75 R resources, finding more 82 restoring factory image 70 S Service Tag locating 78 setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 76 software features 50 software problems 57 solving problems 54 specifications 84 support e-mail addresses 74 support sites 94 worldwide 73 System Recovery Media 69 system reinstall options 64 System Restore 65 T Touch Pad Gestures 36 U Using the Emergency Eject Hole 40 V ventilation, ensuring 5 W warranty returns 76 Windows Program Compatibility Wizard 58 Windows Mobility Center 38
Index products information and purchasing 75 R resources, finding more 82 restoring factory image 70 S Service Tag locating 78 setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 76 software features 50 software problems 57 solving problems 54 specifications 84 support e-mail addresses 74 support sites 94 worldwide 73 System Recovery Media 69 system reinstall options 64 System Restore 65 T Touch Pad Gestures 36 U Using the Emergency Eject Hole 40 V ventilation, ensuring 5 W warranty returns 76 Windows Program Compatibility Wizard 58 Windows Mobility Center 38