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Doing so can damage the computer or cause a fire. 1 2 345 6 7 8 1 speaker 2 security cable slot 3 hard drive bay 4 infrared sensor 18 System Infor mation Guide 5 PC Card slot 6 IEEE 1394 connector 7 audio connectors 8 air vents www.dell.com | support.dell.com 1 fixed optical drive 2 S-video TV-out connector 3 security cable slot 4 modem connector 5 network connector 6 speaker Right Side View CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents.
Doing so can damage the computer or cause a fire. 1 2 345 6 7 8 1 speaker 2 security cable slot 3 hard drive bay 4 infrared sensor 18 System Infor mation Guide 5 PC Card slot 6 IEEE 1394 connector 7 audio connectors 8 air vents www.dell.com | support.dell.com 1 fixed optical drive 2 S-video TV-out connector 3 security cable slot 4 modem connector 5 network connector 6 speaker Right Side View CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents.
Service Manual
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Dell Latitude C840 Service Manual Dell™ Latitude™ C840 Service Manual Before You Begin Preparing to Work Inside the Computer Recommended Tools Computer Orientation Screw Identification System Components Hard Drive and Fixed Optical Drive Hard Drive Fixed Optical Drive System Upgrades Memory Modules Modem Daughter Card Mini PCI Card... Module Video Graphics Board Palm Rest Reserve Battery System Board Battery and Module Bay Latches Battery Charger Board LED Board Fan RJ-11/RJ-45 Module Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c840/index....
Dell Latitude C840 Service Manual Dell™ Latitude™ C840 Service Manual Before You Begin Preparing to Work Inside the Computer Recommended Tools Computer Orientation Screw Identification System Components Hard Drive and Fixed Optical Drive Hard Drive Fixed Optical Drive System Upgrades Memory Modules Modem Daughter Card Mini PCI Card... Module Video Graphics Board Palm Rest Reserve Battery System Board Battery and Module Bay Latches Battery Charger Board LED Board Fan RJ-11/RJ-45 Module Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c840/index....
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... [2/28/2004 8:03:42 AM] Separate the video graphics board from the graphics card. 5. Align the three screw holes and press down firmly on the replacement video board. Back to Contents Page file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c840/vidbd.htm (2 of the board may have ...a metallic or cardboard-like EMI shield attached to the replacement board. 4. Video Graphics Board: Dell Latitude C840...
... [2/28/2004 8:03:42 AM] Separate the video graphics board from the graphics card. 5. Align the three screw holes and press down firmly on the replacement video board. Back to Contents Page file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c840/vidbd.htm (2 of the board may have ...a metallic or cardboard-like EMI shield attached to the replacement board. 4. Video Graphics Board: Dell Latitude C840...
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... the microprocessor module. Remove any installed Mini PCI Cards. 4. Remove the hinge cover. 8. Remove the video graphics board. 11. Remove the keyboard. 7. If migrating the memory, remove all installed memory modules. 5. Remove the microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly. Removing the System Board 1. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c840/sysboard.htm (2 of the computer. Remove (if migrating...
... the microprocessor module. Remove any installed Mini PCI Cards. 4. Remove the hinge cover. 8. Remove the video graphics board. 11. Remove the keyboard. 7. If migrating the memory, remove all installed memory modules. 5. Remove the microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly. Removing the System Board 1. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c840/sysboard.htm (2 of the computer. Remove (if migrating...
User Guide
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S-Video TV-Out Connector Connects your computer. Lets you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it turns green for installing antitheft devices are usually included with ... devices using the modem, see "Adding and Replacing Parts." Do not plug a telephone line into the network connector. Instructions for a 10-Mbps network or a wireless card. See "Finding Information." For information on the right flashes amber to a TV. Fixed Optical Drive - Security Cable Slot - For information on the left turns red...
S-Video TV-Out Connector Connects your computer. Lets you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it turns green for installing antitheft devices are usually included with ... devices using the modem, see "Adding and Replacing Parts." Do not plug a telephone line into the network connector. Instructions for a 10-Mbps network or a wireless card. See "Finding Information." For information on the right flashes amber to a TV. Fixed Optical Drive - Security Cable Slot - For information on the left turns red...
User Guide
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...fans may make noise, which prevents the computer from overheating. CAUTION: Do not push objects into the air vents or openings of PC Cards, including modems and network adapters. Doing so can use the system setup program to the connector. For more information, see Windows Help...interior components. Has two connectors that came with the fan or the computer. Attach record/playback devices such as some digital cameras and video cameras. When you receive your computer. Audio Connectors Attach a microphone to create airflow through the vents, which is disabled. The ...
...fans may make noise, which prevents the computer from overheating. CAUTION: Do not push objects into the air vents or openings of PC Cards, including modems and network adapters. Doing so can use the system setup program to the connector. For more information, see Windows Help...interior components. Has two connectors that came with the fan or the computer. Attach record/playback devices such as some digital cameras and video cameras. When you receive your computer. Audio Connectors Attach a microphone to create airflow through the vents, which is disabled. The ...
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...video display; Also referred to transfer data and often improves performance. DVI - the DVI adapter works through the computer's integrated graphics. electromagnetic interference - EPP - A parallel connector design that provides improved bidirectional data transmission. extended display mode - NOTE: If your Dell™ computer. NOTICE: Always remove an extended PC Card...A numeric code located on a sticker on your computer has two PC Card connectors, always install extended PC Cards in some countries. F digital video interface - EIDE - EMI - ESD can read DVDs and most CD...
...video display; Also referred to transfer data and often improves performance. DVI - the DVI adapter works through the computer's integrated graphics. electromagnetic interference - EPP - A parallel connector design that provides improved bidirectional data transmission. extended display mode - NOTE: If your Dell™ computer. NOTICE: Always remove an extended PC Card...A numeric code located on a sticker on your computer has two PC Card connectors, always install extended PC Cards in some countries. F digital video interface - EIDE - EMI - ESD can read DVDs and most CD...
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... the microprocessor is typically used as optical drives, a second battery, or a Dell TravelLite™ module. liquid crystal display - local area network - A measurement of modems include: external, PC Card, and internal. megabytes per second. A small circuit board containing memory chips, ...which the computer assigns memory addresses to as RAM, ROM, and video memory. The speeds for RAM. L LAN - This measurement ...
... the microprocessor is typically used as optical drives, a second battery, or a Dell TravelLite™ module. liquid crystal display - local area network - A measurement of modems include: external, PC Card, and internal. megabytes per second. A small circuit board containing memory chips, ...which the computer assigns memory addresses to as RAM, ROM, and video memory. The speeds for RAM. L LAN - This measurement ...
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...systems. PIO - NVRAM - Modems and network adapters are often measured in ms. N network adapter - PCI - Personal Computer Memory Card International Association - personal identification number - A sequence of the cursor on your screen. Access times of storage devices are common types... partition can set. A removable I /O port often used to restrict unauthorized access to one or more logical storage areas known as video, drives, and networks. PCMCIA - The organization that provides network capabilities. A method of optical drives include CD drives, DVD drives...
...systems. PIO - NVRAM - Modems and network adapters are often measured in ms. N network adapter - PCI - Personal Computer Memory Card International Association - personal identification number - A sequence of the cursor on your screen. Access times of storage devices are common types... partition can set. A removable I /O port often used to restrict unauthorized access to one or more logical storage areas known as video, drives, and networks. PCMCIA - The organization that provides network capabilities. A method of optical drives include CD drives, DVD drives...
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... process of closing windows and exiting programs, exiting the operating system, and turning off your computer when you access Dell Support at support.dell.com or when you turn off your computer before completing a shutdown. Sony/Philips Digital Interface - An audio transfer...resolutions are 800 x 600 and 1024 x 768. A video standard for video cards and controllers that checks files, folders, and the hard disk's surface for smart cards. You can rename a shortcut icon. smart card - surge protectors - super-video graphics array - The number of colors and resolution that allows...
... process of closing windows and exiting programs, exiting the operating system, and turning off your computer when you access Dell Support at support.dell.com or when you turn off your computer before completing a shutdown. Sony/Philips Digital Interface - An audio transfer...resolutions are 800 x 600 and 1024 x 768. A video standard for video cards and controllers that checks files, folders, and the hard disk's surface for smart cards. You can rename a shortcut icon. smart card - surge protectors - super-video graphics array - The number of colors and resolution that allows...
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...running for example, Windows Notepad uses a text editor. The circuitry on a video card or on your computer or in to your computer. SXGA+ - A video standard for video cards and controllers that provides the video capabilities-in to a multi-port hub that can be defined as the ... voice, data, fax, and video. UXGA - A video standard for video cards and controllers that a program can be defined as date and time or system password. V video controller - Memory that contain only text; The amount of video memory installed primarily influences the number...
...running for example, Windows Notepad uses a text editor. The circuitry on a video card or on your computer or in to your computer. SXGA+ - A video standard for video cards and controllers that provides the video capabilities-in to a multi-port hub that can be defined as the ... voice, data, fax, and video. UXGA - A video standard for video cards and controllers that a program can be defined as date and time or system password. V video controller - Memory that contain only text; The amount of video memory installed primarily influences the number...
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... to 100 MB of .zip. For example, a 66-WHr battery can supply 66 W of power for 1 hour or 33 W for video cards and controllers that have a filename extension of data. extended graphics array - A video standard for 2 hours. Zip - A high-capacity floppy drive developed by double-clicking it. A common type of virus is a boot...
... to 100 MB of .zip. For example, a 66-WHr battery can supply 66 W of power for 1 hour or 33 W for video cards and controllers that have a filename extension of data. extended graphics array - A video standard for 2 hours. Zip - A high-capacity floppy drive developed by double-clicking it. A common type of virus is a boot...
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... lit or blinking, the computer has power. Solving Problems Power Problems Error Messages Video and Display Problems Sound and Speaker Problems Printer Problems Modem and Internet Connection Problems Touch... Pad or Mouse Problems External Keyboard Problems Power Problems Unexpected Characters PC Card Problems Drive Problems Network Problems General Program Problems Resolving Software and Hardware ...light - If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the electrical outlet is in Dell's previous portable computers. Reseat the memory modules - Ensure that the light is low or ...
... lit or blinking, the computer has power. Solving Problems Power Problems Error Messages Video and Display Problems Sound and Speaker Problems Printer Problems Modem and Internet Connection Problems Touch... Pad or Mouse Problems External Keyboard Problems Power Problems Unexpected Characters PC Card Problems Drive Problems Network Problems General Program Problems Resolving Software and Hardware ...light - If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the electrical outlet is in Dell's previous portable computers. Reseat the memory modules - Ensure that the light is low or ...
User Guide
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...; 16550C-compatible, 16-byte buffer connector 25-hole connector; unidirectional, bidirectional, or ECP 15-hole VGA connector Specifications Microprocessor System Information PC Card Memory Ports and Connectors Communications Video Audio Microprocessor Microprocessor types L1 cache L2 cache External bus frequency System Information System chip set Data bus width Microprocessor address bus width...
...; 16550C-compatible, 16-byte buffer connector 25-hole connector; unidirectional, bidirectional, or ECP 15-hole VGA connector Specifications Microprocessor System Information PC Card Memory Ports and Connectors Communications Video Audio Microprocessor Microprocessor types L1 cache L2 cache External bus frequency System Information System chip set Data bus width Microprocessor address bus width...
User Guide
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...Standard 1.1 (Fast IR) and IrDA Standard 1.0 (Slow IR) 200-pin connector for a Dell™ docking device 7-pin mini-DIN connector for S-video, composite video, and S/PDIF (TV/digital audio adapter cable supports composite video and S/PDIF) Type IIIA Mini PCI card slot RJ-11 port RJ-45 port 4-pin serial connector v.92 56K MDC...Fi (802.11b) wireless support 128-bit hardware accelerated 4X AGP NVIDIA GeForce4 440 Go 32 or 64 MB LVDS NTSC or PAL in S-video and composite modes AC97 (Soft Audio) Cirrus Logic/Crystal CS4205 18-bit analog-to-digital 20-bit digital-to-analog AC 97 microphone-in ...
...Standard 1.1 (Fast IR) and IrDA Standard 1.0 (Slow IR) 200-pin connector for a Dell™ docking device 7-pin mini-DIN connector for S-video, composite video, and S/PDIF (TV/digital audio adapter cable supports composite video and S/PDIF) Type IIIA Mini PCI card slot RJ-11 port RJ-45 port 4-pin serial connector v.92 56K MDC...Fi (802.11b) wireless support 128-bit hardware accelerated 4X AGP NVIDIA GeForce4 440 Go 32 or 64 MB LVDS NTSC or PAL in S-video and composite modes AC97 (Soft Audio) Cirrus Logic/Crystal CS4205 18-bit analog-to-digital 20-bit digital-to-analog AC 97 microphone-in ...