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Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual Dell™ Latitude™ D500 Service Manual Before You Begin Preparing to Work Inside the Computer Recommended Tools Computer Orientation Screw Identification Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices Memory Module Mini ... Thermal-Cooling Assembly System Board Microprocessor Module Flashing the BIOS Speakers Base Latch Modem Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors USB Connector Video Connector Parallel Connector file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/index.htm (1 of 2) [2/28/2004 8:08:10 AM]
Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual Dell™ Latitude™ D500 Service Manual Before You Begin Preparing to Work Inside the Computer Recommended Tools Computer Orientation Screw Identification Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices Memory Module Mini ... Thermal-Cooling Assembly System Board Microprocessor Module Flashing the BIOS Speakers Base Latch Modem Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors USB Connector Video Connector Parallel Connector file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/index.htm (1 of 2) [2/28/2004 8:08:10 AM]
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...used in trademarks and trade names other than its own. Bluetooth is a registered trademarks of Intel Corporation; A00 file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/index.htm (2 of 2) [2/28/2004 8:08:10 AM] and is used in this document to refer to either potential...Corporation under license. Model PP05L April 2003 Rev. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation; CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual S-Video TV-Out Connector Serial Connector Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE...
...used in trademarks and trade names other than its own. Bluetooth is a registered trademarks of Intel Corporation; A00 file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/index.htm (2 of 2) [2/28/2004 8:08:10 AM] and is used in this document to refer to either potential...Corporation under license. Model PP05L April 2003 Rev. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation; CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual S-Video TV-Out Connector Serial Connector Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE...
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... as a microprocessor by its edges, not by your computer. Turn off the computer and all open programs. 3. Before You Begin: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Latitude™ D500 Service Manual Preparing to Work Inside the Computer Recommended Tools Computer Orientation Screw Identification Preparing to Work Inside the Computer CAUTION: Only a certified...
... as a microprocessor by its edges, not by your computer. Turn off the computer and all open programs. 3. Before You Begin: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Latitude™ D500 Service Manual Preparing to Work Inside the Computer Recommended Tools Computer Orientation Screw Identification Preparing to Work Inside the Computer CAUTION: Only a certified...
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... upside down the computer using the computer operating system, press and hold the battery-bay latch release on a flat work surface. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/begin.htm (2 of the computer, and then remove the battery from the bay. Disconnect all other external cables from the electrical outlet.... the main battery before you cannot shut down on the bottom of 7) [2/28/2004 8:08:20 AM] Before You Begin: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual NOTE: Ensure that the computer is connected to 20 seconds and then disconnect any installed PC Cards from the PC Card slot. 9.
... upside down the computer using the computer operating system, press and hold the battery-bay latch release on a flat work surface. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/begin.htm (2 of the computer, and then remove the battery from the bay. Disconnect all other external cables from the electrical outlet.... the main battery before you cannot shut down on the bottom of 7) [2/28/2004 8:08:20 AM] Before You Begin: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual NOTE: Ensure that the computer is connected to 20 seconds and then disconnect any installed PC Cards from the PC Card slot. 9.
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Recommended Tools The procedures in this manual require the following tools: q #1 Phillips screwdriver q ¼-inch flat-blade screwdriver q Small plastic scribe q Flash BIOS update program floppy disk or CD file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/begin.htm (3 of 7) [2/28/2004 8:08:20 AM] Remove any installed memory modules, Mini PCI cards, and devices, including a second battery if one is installed. 12. Remove the hard drive. Before You Begin: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual 11.
Recommended Tools The procedures in this manual require the following tools: q #1 Phillips screwdriver q ¼-inch flat-blade screwdriver q Small plastic scribe q Flash BIOS update program floppy disk or CD file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/begin.htm (3 of 7) [2/28/2004 8:08:20 AM] Remove any installed memory modules, Mini PCI cards, and devices, including a second battery if one is installed. 12. Remove the hard drive. Before You Begin: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual 11.
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file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/begin.htm (4 of the screws. Before You Begin: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual Computer Orientation 1 back 2 right 3 front 4 left Screw Identification When you are removing and replacing components, photocopy "Screw Identification" as a tool to lay out and keep track of 7) [2/28/2004 8:08:20 AM] The placemat provides the number of screws and their sizes.
file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/begin.htm (4 of the screws. Before You Begin: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual Computer Orientation 1 back 2 right 3 front 4 left Screw Identification When you are removing and replacing components, photocopy "Screw Identification" as a tool to lay out and keep track of 7) [2/28/2004 8:08:20 AM] The placemat provides the number of screws and their sizes.
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You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/upgrades.htm (1 of your computer's electronic components. Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screw from your body before ... in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer." 2. Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices Dell™ Latitude™ D500 Service Manual Memory Module Mini PCI Card Devices Memory Module CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, discharge static electricity...
You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/upgrades.htm (1 of your computer's electronic components. Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screw from your body before ... in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer." 2. Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices Dell™ Latitude™ D500 Service Manual Memory Module Mini PCI Card Devices Memory Module CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, discharge static electricity...
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... memory module connector until the module pops up. If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module. Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not touch the components on each end of 10) [2/28/2004 8:08:21 AM] b.
... memory module connector until the module pops up. If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module. Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not touch the components on each end of 10) [2/28/2004 8:08:21 AM] b.
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... not feel a click. NOTICE: If the memory module cover is not installed properly, the computer does not boot. Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual NOTICE: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the connector labeled "JDIM (Slot 1)" before you install a module in...
... not feel a click. NOTICE: If the memory module cover is not installed properly, the computer does not boot. Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual NOTICE: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the connector labeled "JDIM (Slot 1)" before you install a module in...
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Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual 6. CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, read the safety instructions in "Preparing to your computer, Dell has already installed the card for you touch any of 10) [2/28/2004 8:08:21 AM]...Turn on the Mini PCI card cover. You can do so by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts. 1. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/upgrades.htm (4 of your body before you . CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your computer's ...
Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual 6. CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, read the safety instructions in "Preparing to your computer, Dell has already installed the card for you touch any of 10) [2/28/2004 8:08:21 AM]...Turn on the Mini PCI card cover. You can do so by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts. 1. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/upgrades.htm (4 of your body before you . CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your computer's ...
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Place your finger under the cover at the indentation, lift up the cover, and slide the cover open. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/upgrades.htm (5 of 10) [2/28/2004 8:08:21 AM] Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual 3.
Place your finger under the cover at the indentation, lift up the cover, and slide the cover open. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/upgrades.htm (5 of 10) [2/28/2004 8:08:21 AM] Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual 3.
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... Mini PCI card to step 5. Lift the Mini PCI card out of 10) [2/28/2004 8:08:21 AM] Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual 4. If you do not use tools to the memory module connector, do not feel a click. Slide the new Mini PCI card firmly into the connector...
... Mini PCI card to step 5. Lift the Mini PCI card out of 10) [2/28/2004 8:08:21 AM] Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual 4. If you do not use tools to the memory module connector, do not feel a click. Slide the new Mini PCI card firmly into the connector...
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Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual 1 antenna cables 2 antenna connectors on the computer. Lower the Mini PCI card toward the inner tabs to secure the module inside the computer for security ... on top of the connector. 9. Devices Your computer ships with an optical drive installed in the module bay, you dock and turn on card (2) 7. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/upgrades.htm (7 of 10) [2/28/2004 8:08:21 AM] When you want to approximately a 20-degree angle. 8. Replace the cover.
Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual 1 antenna cables 2 antenna connectors on the computer. Lower the Mini PCI card toward the inner tabs to secure the module inside the computer for security ... on top of the connector. 9. Devices Your computer ships with an optical drive installed in the module bay, you dock and turn on card (2) 7. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/upgrades.htm (7 of 10) [2/28/2004 8:08:21 AM] When you want to approximately a 20-degree angle. 8. Replace the cover.
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Pull the device by the latch release to remove the device from the module bay. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/upgrades.htm (8 of 10) [2/28/2004 8:08:21 AM] Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual 1 device latch release 2.
Pull the device by the latch release to remove the device from the module bay. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/upgrades.htm (8 of 10) [2/28/2004 8:08:21 AM] Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual 1 device latch release 2.
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... of 10) [2/28/2004 8:08:21 AM] file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/upgrades.htm (9 of them in a safe, dry place when they are not installed in the computer. If the computer is connected to devices, place them . 2. Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual If the Device Security Screw Is Installed 1. NOTICE: To...
... of 10) [2/28/2004 8:08:21 AM] file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/upgrades.htm (9 of them in a safe, dry place when they are not installed in the computer. If the computer is connected to devices, place them . 2. Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual If the Device Security Screw Is Installed 1. NOTICE: To...
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System Components: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual Back to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by performing the removal procedure in this document assumes that a part can be replaced by your computer. NOTICE: Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in reverse order. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/system.htm (1 of 2) [2/28/2004 8:08:22 AM] Damage due to Contents Page System Components Dell™ Latitude™ D500 Service Manual NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your warranty.
System Components: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual Back to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by performing the removal procedure in this document assumes that a part can be replaced by your computer. NOTICE: Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in reverse order. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/system.htm (1 of 2) [2/28/2004 8:08:22 AM] Damage due to Contents Page System Components Dell™ Latitude™ D500 Service Manual NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your warranty.
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cooling assembly 12 fan 13 keyboard 14 display cable Back to Contents Page file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/system.htm (2 of 2) [2/28/2004 8:08:22 AM] System Components: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual 1 display assembly 2 center control cover 3 palm rest 4 system board 5 computer base 6 battery 7 reserve battery 8 speakers 9 hard drive 10 microprocessor 11 microprocessor thermal-
cooling assembly 12 fan 13 keyboard 14 display cable Back to Contents Page file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/system.htm (2 of 2) [2/28/2004 8:08:22 AM] System Components: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual 1 display assembly 2 center control cover 3 palm rest 4 system board 5 computer base 6 battery 7 reserve battery 8 speakers 9 hard drive 10 microprocessor 11 microprocessor thermal-
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... surface. 1. Depress the battery latch and rotate it out to remove the reserve battery cover. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/reserve.htm (1 of your System Information Guide. Reserve Battery: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Reserve Battery Dell™ Latitude™ D500 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any...
... surface. 1. Depress the battery latch and rotate it out to remove the reserve battery cover. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/reserve.htm (1 of your System Information Guide. Reserve Battery: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Reserve Battery Dell™ Latitude™ D500 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any...
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Reserve Battery: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual 1 reserve battery cover 4. Pull the reserve battery straight out of 2) [2/28/2004 8:08:23 AM] Disconnect the reserve-battery cable connector from the battery connector. 1 battery connector 2 reserve battery Back to Contents Page file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/reserve.htm (2 of the computer base. 5.
Reserve Battery: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual 1 reserve battery cover 4. Pull the reserve battery straight out of 2) [2/28/2004 8:08:23 AM] Disconnect the reserve-battery cable connector from the battery connector. 1 battery connector 2 reserve battery Back to Contents Page file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/reserve.htm (2 of the computer base. 5.
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Hard Drive: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Latitude™ D500 Service Manual CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from sources other than Dell. 1. NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile; CAUTION: Before working inside your computerbefore removing the hard ... to remove the M2.5 x 5-mm screw. even a slight bump can damage the drive. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/hdd.htm (1 of the hard drive. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from the computer when the drive is on,...
Hard Drive: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Latitude™ D500 Service Manual CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from sources other than Dell. 1. NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile; CAUTION: Before working inside your computerbefore removing the hard ... to remove the M2.5 x 5-mm screw. even a slight bump can damage the drive. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/d500/hdd.htm (1 of the hard drive. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from the computer when the drive is on,...