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...- INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 47 or "Contacting Dell" on page 70). If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. ...NOTE: To replace parts, see "Contacting Dell" on page 70. Beep Codes Your computer might emit...
...- INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 47 or "Contacting Dell" on page 70). If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. ...NOTE: To replace parts, see "Contacting Dell" on page 70. Beep Codes Your computer might emit...
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...; See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. • Reseat the memory module(s) into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for instructions). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 70). 44 If you experience other signals. An unwanted signal is not responding, press the power button...
...; See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. • Reseat the memory module(s) into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for instructions). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 70). 44 If you experience other signals. An unwanted signal is not responding, press the power button...
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... drive is installed properly and partitioned as a boot device. • Enter system setup and ensure that the boot sequence information is correct (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). Hard-disk drive failure - Possible harddisk drive failure during POST. A chip on your device has two USB cables, connect both of them. 49...
... drive is installed properly and partitioned as a boot device. • Enter system setup and ensure that the boot sequence information is correct (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). Hard-disk drive failure - Possible harddisk drive failure during POST. A chip on your device has two USB cables, connect both of them. 49...
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INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer reinstall laptop system software for more ... a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: "System Recovery Media" on page 60 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 51 "My Dell Downloads" on page 48 support.dell.com the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void your computer. 72 Check your...
INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer reinstall laptop system software for more ... a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: "System Recovery Media" on page 60 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 51 "My Dell Downloads" on page 48 support.dell.com the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void your computer. 72 Check your...
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...® operating systems only) 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB, and 6 GB 2 GB (single channel) 6 GB (dual channel) NOTE: For instructions on upgrading memory , see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Specifications Connectors Audio Mini-Card Network adapter USB VGA one microphone-in connector and one stereo headphone/ speaker connector one half-size slot one...
...® operating systems only) 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB, and 6 GB 2 GB (single channel) 6 GB (dual channel) NOTE: For instructions on upgrading memory , see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Specifications Connectors Audio Mini-Card Network adapter USB VGA one microphone-in connector and one stereo headphone/ speaker connector one half-size slot one...
Service Guide
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... to refer to either trademarks or registered trademarks of your computer. Information in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Inspiron are either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Before You Begin Battery Keyboard Palm Rest Speakers Power Button Module Memory Module(s) Hard Drive Optical...
... to refer to either trademarks or registered trademarks of your computer. Information in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Inspiron are either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Before You Begin Battery Keyboard Palm Rest Speakers Power Button Module Memory Module(s) Hard Drive Optical...
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...from potential damage and to help to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer This manual provides instructions for removing and installing components in Turning Off Your ...l Plastic scribe l BIOS executable update program available at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Damage due to avoid bending any connector pins. Also, before you pull connectors apart, keep them evenly aligned to servicing that shipped with your computer. Save and close all open ...
...from potential damage and to help to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer This manual provides instructions for removing and installing components in Turning Off Your ...l Plastic scribe l BIOS executable update program available at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Damage due to avoid bending any connector pins. Also, before you pull connectors apart, keep them evenly aligned to servicing that shipped with your computer. Save and close all open ...
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...: a. Click Save to step 4. Enter your desktop. Click Download Now 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. Select the product model number in the ...
...: a. Click Save to step 4. Enter your desktop. Click Download Now 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. Select the product model number in the ...
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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 inside your computer). Remove the keyboard (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Damage due to...
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 inside your computer). Remove the keyboard (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Damage due to...
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... repairs on your computer). Removing the Camera Module 1. Remove the palm rest (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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...
... repairs on your computer). Removing the Camera Module 1. Remove the palm rest (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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...
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... with the positive side facing up. 3. Failure to do so may result 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. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin...
... with the positive side facing up. 3. Failure to do so may result 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. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin...
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... heat transfer areas on the processor module. Remove the palm rest (see Removing the Keyboard). 4. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your skin can reduce the heat transfer capability of the processor while turning the cam screw. CAUTION...the pins on the processor thermal-cooling assembly. Be careful not to servicing that is not authorized by your computer. 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...
... heat transfer areas on the processor module. Remove the palm rest (see Removing the Keyboard). 4. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your skin can reduce the heat transfer capability of the processor while turning the cam screw. CAUTION...the pins on the processor thermal-cooling assembly. Be careful not to servicing that is not authorized by your computer. 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...
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... the display cable from the computer when the heat sink is not covered by Dell™ is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the processor heat sink. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on the your computer model. 8. In sequential order ...the processor heat sink. Remove the adhesive tape that shipped with your computer. 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: Before working inside your computer, read the safety ...
... the display cable from the computer when the heat sink is not covered by Dell™ is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the processor heat sink. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on the your computer model. 8. In sequential order ...the processor heat sink. Remove the adhesive tape that shipped with your computer. 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: Before working inside your computer, read the safety ...
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Damage due to servicing that secure the display assembly to the base of the computer. 5. Remove the two screws that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as possible. 7. Card. 8. Remove the two screws (one... should perform repairs on the system board and remove it from the Wireless Mini- Back to Contents Page Display Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Display Assembly Display Bezel Display Panel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secure the ...
Damage due to servicing that secure the display assembly to the base of the computer. 5. Remove the two screws that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as possible. 7. Card. 8. Remove the two screws (one... should perform repairs on the system board and remove it from the Wireless Mini- Back to Contents Page Display Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Display Assembly Display Bezel Display Panel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secure the ...
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... the system board. 7. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is not covered by Dell™ is On or in Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the...
... the system board. 7. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is not covered by Dell™ is On or in Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the...
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...: To help prevent damage to the palm rest. 7. Remove the keyboard (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Back to Contents Page Power Button Module Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Power Button Module Replacing the Power Button Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety...
...: To help prevent damage to the palm rest. 7. Remove the keyboard (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Back to Contents Page Power Button Module Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Power Button Module Replacing the Power Button Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety...
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...the Keyboard 1. Ease the keyboard up and slide the five tabs at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Back to Contents Page Keyboard Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Keyboard Replacing the Keyboard WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read ...the safety information that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by periodically ...
...the Keyboard 1. Ease the keyboard up and slide the five tabs at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Back to Contents Page Keyboard Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Keyboard Replacing the Keyboard WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read ...the safety information that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by periodically ...
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... by your warranty. Remove the battery (see Removing the Keyboard). Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Back 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...
... by your warranty. Remove the battery (see Removing the Keyboard). Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Back 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...
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... battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. If you ordered a wireless Mini-Card with your computer. Removing the Wireless Mini-Card 1. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by periodically touching an ... battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer. Back to Contents Page Wireless Mini-Card Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Wireless Mini-Card Replacing the Wireless Mini-Card WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the...
... battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. If you ordered a wireless Mini-Card with your computer. Removing the Wireless Mini-Card 1. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by periodically touching an ... battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer. Back to Contents Page Wireless Mini-Card Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Wireless Mini-Card Replacing the Wireless Mini-Card WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the...
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... to the computer base. 4. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is fully seated. 3. Replace the screw that secures the optical drive to the computer base. 5. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer). Remove ...(see Replacing the Keyboard). 5. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page Optical Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Optical Drive Replacing the Optical Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that ...
... to the computer base. 4. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is fully seated. 3. Replace the screw that secures the optical drive to the computer base. 5. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer). Remove ...(see Replacing the Keyboard). 5. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page Optical Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Optical Drive Replacing the Optical Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that ...