Setup Guide
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... 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... Disabling Battery Charging 33 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 34 Touch Pad Gestures 38 Multimedia Control Keys 40 Using the Optical Drive 42 Display Features 44 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 46 Removing and Replacing the Battery 50 Software Features 52 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 53 Dell Stage...
... 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... Disabling Battery Charging 33 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 34 Touch Pad Gestures 38 Multimedia Control Keys 40 Using the Optical Drive 42 Display Features 44 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 46 Removing and Replacing the Battery 50 Software Features 52 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 53 Dell Stage...
Setup Guide
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Remove the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 50). 5. In the battery bay, slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot. 4. Replace the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on your computer. 2. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: The SIM card slot is not required if you are using an...
Remove the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 50). 5. In the battery bay, slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot. 4. Replace the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on your computer. 2. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: The SIM card slot is not required if you are using an...
Setup Guide
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... your computer. To replace the battery: 1. Slide the battery lock latch to the unlock position. 4. Do not use a battery purchased from other computers. Slide the battery release latch to the lock position. 50 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before you begin any of the battery bay. This computer should only use batteries from Dell. WARNING: Using...
... your computer. To replace the battery: 1. Slide the battery lock latch to the unlock position. 4. Do not use a battery purchased from other computers. Slide the battery release latch to the lock position. 50 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before you begin any of the battery bay. This computer should only use batteries from Dell. WARNING: Using...
Setup Guide
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... 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... Disabling Battery Charging 33 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 34 Touch Pad Gestures 38 Multimedia Control Keys 40 Using the Optical Drive 42 Display Features 44 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 46 Removing and Replacing the Battery 50 Software Features 52 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 53 Dell Stage...
... 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... Disabling Battery Charging 33 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 34 Touch Pad Gestures 38 Multimedia Control Keys 40 Using the Optical Drive 42 Display Features 44 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 46 Removing and Replacing the Battery 50 Software Features 52 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 53 Dell Stage...
Setup Guide
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... of your cellular service provider. Remove the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 50). 3. In the battery bay, slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot. 4. To install the SIM card: 1. Replace the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 50). 5. To access the... Internet you are using an EVDO card to the Internet. Turn off your computer. Turn on your computer. 2. To remove the SIM card, press and eject the SIM card. 12 Setting Up Your Inspiron ...
... of your cellular service provider. Remove the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 50). 3. In the battery bay, slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot. 4. To install the SIM card: 1. Replace the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 50). 5. To access the... Internet you are using an EVDO card to the Internet. Turn off your computer. Turn on your computer. 2. To remove the SIM card, press and eject the SIM card. 12 Setting Up Your Inspiron ...
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...use batteries from Dell. Do not use a battery purchased from other computers. WARNING: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). Slide the battery into the battery bay until it clicks into place. 2. Slide the battery ... that shipped with your computer. Slide the battery lock latch to the unlock position. 4. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before you begin any of the battery bay. To replace the battery: 1. To remove the battery: 1. Turn off the computer and turn ...
...use batteries from Dell. Do not use a battery purchased from other computers. WARNING: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). Slide the battery into the battery bay until it clicks into place. 2. Slide the battery ... that shipped with your computer. Slide the battery lock latch to the unlock position. 4. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before you begin any of the battery bay. To replace the battery: 1. To remove the battery: 1. Turn off the computer and turn ...
Service Manual
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Contents 1 Before You Begin 9 Recommended Tools 9 Turning Off Your Computer 9 Before Working Inside Your Computer 10 2 Top Cover 13 Removing the Top Cover 13 Replacing the Top Cover 14 3 Battery 15 Removing the Battery 15 Replacing the Battery 16 4 Module Cover 17 Removing the Module Cover 17 Replacing the Module Cover 18 5 Optical Drive 19 Removing the Optical Drive 19 Contents 3
Contents 1 Before You Begin 9 Recommended Tools 9 Turning Off Your Computer 9 Before Working Inside Your Computer 10 2 Top Cover 13 Removing the Top Cover 13 Replacing the Top Cover 14 3 Battery 15 Removing the Battery 15 Replacing the Battery 16 4 Module Cover 17 Removing the Module Cover 17 Replacing the Module Cover 18 5 Optical Drive 19 Removing the Optical Drive 19 Contents 3
Service Manual
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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
Service Manual
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3 2 1 1 battery release latch 2 battery 3 battery lock latch Replacing the Battery 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay until it clicks into place. 3 Slide the battery lock latch to the lock position. 16 Battery
3 2 1 1 battery release latch 2 battery 3 battery lock latch Replacing the Battery 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay until it clicks into place. 3 Slide the battery lock latch to the lock position. 16 Battery
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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 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. 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 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 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. 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 page 16).
Service Manual
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... screw holes on the optical drive and replace the two screws. 4 Slide the optical-drive assembly into the optical-drive compartment until it is fully seated. 5 Replace the screw that no stray screws remain...replace all screws and ensure that secures the optical-drive assembly to the computer. 4 1 2 3 1 screws (2) 3 optical drive 2 optical-drive bracket 4 optical-drive bezel Replacing the Optical Drive 1 Follow the instructions in damage to the computer base. 6 Replace the module cover (see "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 18). 7 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery...
... screw holes on the optical drive and replace the two screws. 4 Slide the optical-drive assembly into the optical-drive compartment until it is fully seated. 5 Replace the screw that no stray screws remain...replace all screws and ensure that secures the optical-drive assembly to the computer. 4 1 2 3 1 screws (2) 3 optical drive 2 optical-drive bracket 4 optical-drive bezel Replacing the Optical Drive 1 Follow the instructions in damage to the computer base. 6 Replace the module cover (see "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 18). 7 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery...
Service Manual
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2 1 1 tab 2 notch 4 Replace the module cover (see "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 18). 5 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on the computer. As the computer boots, it detects the memory module(s) and automatically updates the system configuration information. Memory 25 To confirm the amount ...;Control PanelSystem and SecuritySystem. Failure to your computer and an electrical outlet. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer.
2 1 1 tab 2 notch 4 Replace the module cover (see "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 18). 5 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on the computer. As the computer boots, it detects the memory module(s) and automatically updates the system configuration information. Memory 25 To confirm the amount ...;Control PanelSystem and SecuritySystem. Failure to your computer and an electrical outlet. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer.
Service Manual
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... strap or by your warranty. For additional safety best practices information, see "Removing the Battery" on page 15). Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard. 3 Turn the ... the display as far as a connector on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Keyboard 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You ...to the system board, remove the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by periodically touching an...
... strap or by your warranty. For additional safety best practices information, see "Removing the Battery" on page 15). Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard. 3 Turn the ... the display as far as a connector on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Keyboard 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You ...to the system board, remove the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by periodically touching an...
Service Manual
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...system board and press down on the connector latches to secure them. 6 Replace the five screws on the palm-rest assembly. 7 Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 29). 8 Turn the computer over and replace the ten screws at the bottom of the computer. 9 Follow the ...instructions from step 4 to step 5 in damage to do so may result 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 Battery"...
...system board and press down on the connector latches to secure them. 6 Replace the five screws on the palm-rest assembly. 7 Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 29). 8 Turn the computer over and replace the ten screws at the bottom of the computer. 9 Follow the ...instructions from step 4 to step 5 in damage to do so may result 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 Battery"...
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1 2 3 1 screw 2 hot-key board 3 hot-key board cable Replacing the Hot-Key Board 1 Follow the instructions in "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 21. 8 Replace the module cover (see "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 18). 9 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on the palm- rest assembly and replace the screw. 3 Route the hot-key board cable through the...
1 2 3 1 screw 2 hot-key board 3 hot-key board cable Replacing the Hot-Key Board 1 Follow the instructions in "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 21. 8 Replace the module cover (see "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 18). 9 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on the palm- rest assembly and replace the screw. 3 Route the hot-key board cable through the...
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Power Button Board 43 CAUTION: Before turning on page 15). Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer. 8 Replace the module cover (see "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 18). 9 Replace the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer.
Power Button Board 43 CAUTION: Before turning on page 15). Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer. 8 Replace the module cover (see "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 18). 9 Replace the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer.
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... the computer. 12 Install the drivers and utilities for the Mini-Cards supported by your computer, as required. 5 Press the other than Dell, you are installing. The following table provides the antenna cable color scheme for your computer. Connectors on the Mini-Card WLAN (2 antenna cables...card from step 4 to step 5 in damage to do so may result 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 computer. 12 Install the drivers and utilities for the Mini-Cards supported by your computer, as required. 5 Press the other than Dell, you are installing. The following table provides the antenna cable color scheme for your computer. Connectors on the Mini-Card WLAN (2 antenna cables...card from step 4 to step 5 in damage to do so may result 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...
Service Manual
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CAUTION: Before turning on page 16). Thermal Fan 51 Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer. 6 Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 29). 7 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer.
CAUTION: Before turning on page 16). Thermal Fan 51 Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer. 6 Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 29). 7 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer.
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...the computer. Be careful when removing it to step 5 in "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 21. 11 Replace the module cover (see "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 18). 12 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 16). Display Bezel Removing the Display Bezel 1 Follow...CAUTION: The display bezel is extremely fragile. Failure to the computer. 7 Replace the palm-rest assembly (see "Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly" on page 35). 8 Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 29). 9 Replace the two screws at the bottom of the display bezel. 5 Remove the...
...the computer. Be careful when removing it to step 5 in "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 21. 11 Replace the module cover (see "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 18). 12 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 16). Display Bezel Removing the Display Bezel 1 Follow...CAUTION: The display bezel is extremely fragile. Failure to the computer. 7 Replace the palm-rest assembly (see "Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly" on page 35). 8 Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 29). 9 Replace the two screws at the bottom of the display bezel. 5 Remove the...