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...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 ...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 39 Dell Dock 40 Solving Problems 41 Beep Codes 41 Network Problems 42 Power Problems 43 Memory Problems 44 Lockups...
...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 ...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 39 Dell Dock 40 Solving Problems 41 Beep Codes 41 Network Problems 42 Power Problems 43 Memory Problems 44 Lockups...
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Connects your computer to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 3 Network connector - Connect to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. 4 VGA connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 AC adapter connector - Connects to an AC adapter to a monitor or projector. 21 Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 2 USB 2.0 connectors (3) -
Connects your computer to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 3 Network connector - Connect to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. 4 VGA connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 AC adapter connector - Connects to an AC adapter to a monitor or projector. 21 Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 2 USB 2.0 connectors (3) -
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... on the power status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on steadily or blinks to indicate the battery charge status. Turns on page 24. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power status light - For more information on the battery status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on page 24. 2 Hard drive activity light - Blanks protect...
... on the power status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on steadily or blinks to indicate the battery charge status. Turns on page 24. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power status light - For more information on the battery status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on page 24. 2 Hard drive activity light - Blanks protect...
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Battery Status Light Indicator light status Computer state(s) AC adapter solid white on/standby/off/ hibernate off on/standby/off/ hibernate Battery solid amber on/standby off on/standby/off/ hibernate off/hibernate Battery charge level 98% 10%
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Battery Status Light Indicator light status Computer state(s) AC adapter solid white on/standby/off/ hibernate off on/standby/off/ hibernate Battery solid amber on/standby off on/standby/off/ hibernate off/hibernate Battery charge level 98% 10%
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... Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with the slots on the battery with your computer. Slide the battery release latch and the battery lock latch to the lock position. 36 This computer should only use batteries from Dell...
... Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with the slots on the battery with your computer. Slide the battery release latch and the battery lock latch to the lock position. 36 This computer should only use batteries from Dell...
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...Keyboard failure or loose cable. Possible system board failure or RTC battery low. Hard-disk drive failure - Possible harddisk drive failure during POST. Keyboard failure - Hard-disk drive read failure - Alternatively you could see the Dell Technology Guide available on your computer has an issue or an error... either the operating system or the program that will help in the following examples, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). 49 Replace the battery (see the Service Manual at checkpoint [nnnn]. Alert! Previous attempts at booting this checkpoint and contact...
...Keyboard failure or loose cable. Possible system board failure or RTC battery low. Hard-disk drive failure - Possible harddisk drive failure during POST. Keyboard failure - Hard-disk drive read failure - Alternatively you could see the Dell Technology Guide available on your computer has an issue or an error... either the operating system or the program that will help in the following examples, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). 49 Replace the battery (see the Service Manual at checkpoint [nnnn]. Alert! Previous attempts at booting this checkpoint and contact...
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Specifications Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size Width Height 240 cpi 90.00 mm (3.54 inches) sensor-active area 46.00 mm (1.81 inches) rectangle Battery 6-cell "smart" lithium ion Depth 57.64 mm (2.27 inches) Height 22.80 mm (0.9 inches) Width 214 mm (8.43 inches) Weight 0.34 kg (0.75 lb) Voltage 11.1 VDC Charge time when the computer is powered off (approximate) 4.5 hours Operating time varies depending on operating conditions 78
Specifications Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size Width Height 240 cpi 90.00 mm (3.54 inches) sensor-active area 46.00 mm (1.81 inches) rectangle Battery 6-cell "smart" lithium ion Depth 57.64 mm (2.27 inches) Height 22.80 mm (0.9 inches) Width 214 mm (8.43 inches) Weight 0.34 kg (0.75 lb) Voltage 11.1 VDC Charge time when the computer is powered off (approximate) 4.5 hours Operating time varies depending on operating conditions 78
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AC Adapter Input voltage 100-240 VAC Input current 1.5 A/1.6 A/1.7A Input frequency 50-60 Hz Output power 65 W Output current 4.43 A (maximum at 4-second pulse) 3.34 A (continuous) Rated output voltage 19.5 VDC Temperature range: Operating 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) Storage -40° to 70°C (-40° to 158°F) Specifications Physical Height Width Depth Weight (with 6-cell battery) 37.74 mm to 40.22 mm (1.48 inches to 1.58 inches) 378 mm (14.88 inches) 245 mm (9.64 inches) configurable to less than 2.58 kg (5.7 lbs) 79
AC Adapter Input voltage 100-240 VAC Input current 1.5 A/1.6 A/1.7A Input frequency 50-60 Hz Output power 65 W Output current 4.43 A (maximum at 4-second pulse) 3.34 A (continuous) Rated output voltage 19.5 VDC Temperature range: Operating 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) Storage -40° to 70°C (-40° to 158°F) Specifications Physical Height Width Depth Weight (with 6-cell battery) 37.74 mm to 40.22 mm (1.48 inches to 1.58 inches) 378 mm (14.88 inches) 245 mm (9.64 inches) configurable to less than 2.58 kg (5.7 lbs) 79
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Index A airflow, allowing 5 B battery status light 24 before you call 69 C calling Dell 69 CDs, playing and creating 38 computer capabilities 38 computer, setting up 5 customer service 65 D damage, avoiding 5 DataSafe Online Backup 39 DellConnect 65 Dell Diagnostics 51 Dell Factory Image Restore 62 Dell Support Center 47 Diagnostic Checklist 70 drivers and downloads 73 DVDs, playing and creating 38 E email addresses for technical support 66 F finding more information 72 FTP login, anonymous 66 83 INSPIRON
Index A airflow, allowing 5 B battery status light 24 before you call 69 C calling Dell 69 CDs, playing and creating 38 computer capabilities 38 computer, setting up 5 customer service 65 D damage, avoiding 5 DataSafe Online Backup 39 DellConnect 65 Dell Diagnostics 51 Dell Factory Image Restore 62 Dell Support Center 47 Diagnostic Checklist 70 drivers and downloads 73 DVDs, playing and creating 38 E email addresses for technical support 66 F finding more information 72 FTP login, anonymous 66 83 INSPIRON
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... is used by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document is strictly forbidden. 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®...
... is used by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document is strictly forbidden. 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®...
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... device. 3. Press and eject any installed cards from their electrical outlets. 6. Disconnect all attached devices. Back to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery). 8. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from your computer and then unplug the cable from the computer. 4. Disconnect all attached devices from the...
... device. 3. Press and eject any installed cards from their electrical outlets. 6. Disconnect all attached devices. Back to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery). 8. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from your computer and then unplug the cable from the computer. 4. Disconnect all attached devices from the...
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...in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the screw that secures the Bluetooth module to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer. Align the connector on the Bluetooth module with the connector on your warranty. CAUTION: ... the safety information that is not authorized by Dell™ is already installed. Replace the screw that secures the Bluetooth module to Contents Page Internal Module With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Bluetooth Module Replacing...
...in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the screw that secures the Bluetooth module to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer. Align the connector on the Bluetooth module with the connector on your warranty. CAUTION: ... the safety information that is not authorized by Dell™ is already installed. Replace the screw that secures the Bluetooth module to Contents Page Internal Module With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Bluetooth Module Replacing...
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Replace the palm rest (see Replacing the Battery). Replace the battery (see Replacing the Palm Rest). 5. Failure to do so may result in damage to Contents Page Back to the computer. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard). 6. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. 4.
Replace the palm rest (see Replacing the Battery). Replace the battery (see Replacing the Palm Rest). 5. Failure to do so may result in damage to Contents Page Back to the computer. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard). 6. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. 4.
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...CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by Dell™ is fully seated. 3. Remove the palm rest (see Removing the Battery). 3. 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. Slide the camera module under the latches until it to the display cover. 8. Back to Contents Page Camera Module Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030...
...CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by Dell™ is fully seated. 3. Remove the palm rest (see Removing the Battery). 3. 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. Slide the camera module under the latches until it to the display cover. 8. Back to Contents Page Camera Module Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030...
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Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Battery). Replace the battery (see Replacing the Keyboard). 7. Back to the computer. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to Contents Page Replace the palm rest (see Replacing the Palm Rest). 6. 5.
Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Battery). Replace the battery (see Replacing the Keyboard). 7. Back to the computer. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to Contents Page Replace the palm rest (see Replacing the Palm Rest). 6. 5.
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... your computer). Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery WARNING: Before working inside the computer. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Back to the system...
... your computer). Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery WARNING: Before working inside the computer. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Back to the system...
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...heat sink (see Removing the Keyboard). 4. The oils in Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page Processor Module Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Processor Module Replacing the Processor Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety...heat transfer areas on the processor module. Remove the battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery). 3. Follow the instructions in your skin can reduce ...
...heat sink (see Removing the Keyboard). 4. The oils in Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page Processor Module Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Processor Module Replacing the Processor Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety...heat transfer areas on the processor module. Remove the battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery). 3. Follow the instructions in your skin can reduce ...
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... inside the computer. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the processor module, hold the screwdriver perpendicular to the computer. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Battery). Replace the battery (see Replacing the Keyboard). 7. Follow the instructions in damage to the processor module when turning the cam screw. 3. Replace the processor heat sink (see...
... inside the computer. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the processor module, hold the screwdriver perpendicular to the computer. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Battery). Replace the battery (see Replacing the Keyboard). 7. Follow the instructions in damage to the processor module when turning the cam screw. 3. Replace the processor heat sink (see...
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...heat sink to the system board. 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 palm rest (see Removing the Keyboard). 4. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Palm...on your computer). Lift the processor heat sink off the system board. Remove the battery (see Removing the Battery). 3. Back to Contents Page Processor Heat Sink Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Processor Heat Sink Replacing the Processor Heat Sink WARNING:...
...heat sink to the system board. 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 palm rest (see Removing the Keyboard). 4. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Palm...on your computer). Lift the processor heat sink off the system board. Remove the battery (see Removing the Battery). 3. Back to Contents Page Processor Heat Sink Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Processor Heat Sink Replacing the Processor Heat Sink WARNING:...
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... the four captive screws on the processor heat sink with the screw holes on the system board. 5. Replace the palm rest (see Replacing the Battery). Replace the battery (see Replacing the Palm Rest). 7. Back to their connectors on the system board and tighten the screws in Before You Begin. 2. 1 processor heat sink...
... the four captive screws on the processor heat sink with the screw holes on the system board. 5. Replace the palm rest (see Replacing the Battery). Replace the battery (see Replacing the Palm Rest). 7. Back to their connectors on the system board and tighten the screws in Before You Begin. 2. 1 processor heat sink...