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Physical Description display assembly LCD panel keyboard trackball assembly display assembly latch indicator panel microphone tilt-support foot (2) infrared port diskette drive main battery assembly speaker bottom case assembly CD-ROM drive Figure 1-1. Front View of the Notebook Computer 1-2 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual
Physical Description display assembly LCD panel keyboard trackball assembly display assembly latch indicator panel microphone tilt-support foot (2) infrared port diskette drive main battery assembly speaker bottom case assembly CD-ROM drive Figure 1-1. Front View of the Notebook Computer 1-2 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual
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... assembly's indicator panel and three on when the main battery begins charging and blinks to show the battery is fully charged. 1-4 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual Power/Suspend Indicator The power/suspend indicator is an amber LED. When the computer enters suspend mode, the indicator blinks once approximately every...computer is turned on, the power/suspend indicator lights up constantly to or from the diskette drive. Hard-Disk/CD-ROM Drive Access Indicator The hard-disk/CD-ROM drive access indicator is an amber LED. The low-battery indicator turns on the outside of its fully...
... assembly's indicator panel and three on when the main battery begins charging and blinks to show the battery is fully charged. 1-4 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual Power/Suspend Indicator The power/suspend indicator is an amber LED. When the computer enters suspend mode, the indicator blinks once approximately every...computer is turned on, the power/suspend indicator lights up constantly to or from the diskette drive. Hard-Disk/CD-ROM Drive Access Indicator The hard-disk/CD-ROM drive access indicator is an amber LED. The low-battery indicator turns on the outside of its fully...
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... the keyboard controller to indicate that the drive requires the attention of the integrated trackball or external PS/2 mouse is full IRQ13 Reserved for the CD-ROM drive 1-6 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual
... the keyboard controller to indicate that the drive requires the attention of the integrated trackball or external PS/2 mouse is full IRQ13 Reserved for the CD-ROM drive 1-6 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual
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... ES690 wavetable music synthesizer, ES938 3D audio spatializer Stereo conversion 16 bit (analog-to-digital and digitalto-analog) FM music synthesizer 20-voice, 72-operator 1-8 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual unidirectional, bidirectional, EPP 1.9, or ECP Monitor one 15-hole connector PS/2 one 6-pin mini-DIN (this connector does not support more than one 25...
... ES690 wavetable music synthesizer, ES938 3D audio spatializer Stereo conversion 16 bit (analog-to-digital and digitalto-analog) FM music synthesizer 20-voice, 72-operator 1-8 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual unidirectional, bidirectional, EPP 1.9, or ECP Monitor one 15-hole connector PS/2 one 6-pin mini-DIN (this connector does not support more than one 25...
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....4 VDC Capacity 36 WH Charge time (approximate):2 Computer on 2.5 hours Computer off 1.5 hours Operating time (approximate, with no power management features enabled)2 2 to 3.5 hours (without a CD-ROM drive in use) Life span (approximate)2 400 discharge/charge cycles Temperature range: Charge 10° to 40°C (50° to 104°F) Discharge... features such as charge time, operating time, and life span can vary according to the conditions under which the computer and battery are used. 1-10 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual
....4 VDC Capacity 36 WH Charge time (approximate):2 Computer on 2.5 hours Computer off 1.5 hours Operating time (approximate, with no power management features enabled)2 2 to 3.5 hours (without a CD-ROM drive in use) Life span (approximate)2 400 discharge/charge cycles Temperature range: Charge 10° to 40°C (50° to 104°F) Discharge... features such as charge time, operating time, and life span can vary according to the conditions under which the computer and battery are used. 1-10 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual
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Table 1-2. Technical Specifications (Continued) CD-ROM Drive3 (Continued) Access time: Random 250 m/sec Full-stroke 550 m/sec Memory buffer 128 KB Physical (Computer) Height 63.0 mm (2.48 inches) Width 280.9 ...) Maximum vibration: Operating 0.51 GRMS, using a random-vibration spectrum that simulates truck shipment Storage 1.1 GRMS, using a random-vibration spectrum that simulates air/truck shipment 3 The CD-ROM drive in your computer may have different specifications. 1-12 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual
Table 1-2. Technical Specifications (Continued) CD-ROM Drive3 (Continued) Access time: Random 250 m/sec Full-stroke 550 m/sec Memory buffer 128 KB Physical (Computer) Height 63.0 mm (2.48 inches) Width 280.9 ...) Maximum vibration: Operating 0.51 GRMS, using a random-vibration spectrum that simulates truck shipment Storage 1.1 GRMS, using a random-vibration spectrum that simulates air/truck shipment 3 The CD-ROM drive in your computer may have different specifications. 1-12 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual
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... AC adapter's DC power cable is properly connected to turn off - When the computer has cooled to room temperature, reconnect it reaches full capacity. 2-2 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual Look at the indicators to determine which of any obvious physical damage. If the computer is already turned off any key to return the computer...
... AC adapter's DC power cable is properly connected to turn off - When the computer has cooled to room temperature, reconnect it reaches full capacity. 2-2 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual Look at the indicators to determine which of any obvious physical damage. If the computer is already turned off any key to return the computer...
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... when servicing a user's computer. A beep code is running , observe the computer for any indications of problems. NOTE: To prevent possible damage to Table 3-2. 2-4 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual If the computer emits a beep code, go to the original diagnostics diskette, always use a backup copy of the... Dell diagnostics diskette. Does the problem reoccur? No. No further steps are necessary. After all periph- Do these steps: 1. Yes. NOTE: The computer beeps ...
... when servicing a user's computer. A beep code is running , observe the computer for any indications of problems. NOTE: To prevent possible damage to Table 3-2. 2-4 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual If the computer emits a beep code, go to the original diagnostics diskette, always use a backup copy of the... Dell diagnostics diskette. Does the problem reoccur? No. No further steps are necessary. After all periph- Do these steps: 1. Yes. NOTE: The computer beeps ...
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... memory controller faulty (system board faulty) System board faulty Reserve battery faulty or system board faulty System board faulty System board faulty System board faulty 3-2 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual Table 3-1.
... memory controller faulty (system board faulty) System board faulty Reserve battery faulty or system board faulty System board faulty System board faulty System board faulty 3-2 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual Table 3-1.
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... writeprotected, operation cannot be missing from computer. System Setup contains incorrect settings. Computer cannot identify PC Card. PC Card software faulty or incorrectly installed. 3-4 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual One or more DIMMs faulty or improperly seated. Diskette drive 0 System cannot read failure System files missing or corrupted. Diskette read dis- Diskette faulty or...
... writeprotected, operation cannot be missing from computer. System Setup contains incorrect settings. Computer cannot identify PC Card. PC Card software faulty or incorrectly installed. 3-4 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual One or more DIMMs faulty or improperly seated. Diskette drive 0 System cannot read failure System files missing or corrupted. Diskette read dis- Diskette faulty or...
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... with the operating system, an application program, or a utility For either keyboard, key may have been pressed while computer was booting. Faulty application program 3-6 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual System Error Messages (Continued) Message Definition Probable Causes Keyboard stuck key failure Keyboard key(s) jammed. Table 3-2. For external keyboard or keypad, cable or connector loose...
... with the operating system, an application program, or a utility For either keyboard, key may have been pressed while computer was booting. Faulty application program 3-6 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual System Error Messages (Continued) Message Definition Probable Causes Keyboard stuck key failure Keyboard key(s) jammed. Table 3-2. For external keyboard or keypad, cable or connector loose...
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.... System board faulty. The diagnostics diskette contains the following test groups: • RAM - Tests the CD-ROM drive subsystem 3-8 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual reset. Unexpected interrupt in RTC does not match system clock. Main battery has lost its charge. Reserve ... stored in protected mode Keyboard/mouse controller malfunctioning, or memory module(s) not responding. Battery is critically low. Running the Dell Diagnostics The diagnostics contains tests that aid in the Reference and Troubleshooting Guide. Tests the keyboard subsystem • Mouse -...
.... System board faulty. The diagnostics diskette contains the following test groups: • RAM - Tests the CD-ROM drive subsystem 3-8 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual reset. Unexpected interrupt in RTC does not match system clock. Main battery has lost its charge. Reserve ... stored in protected mode Keyboard/mouse controller malfunctioning, or memory module(s) not responding. Battery is critically low. Running the Dell Diagnostics The diagnostics contains tests that aid in the Reference and Troubleshooting Guide. Tests the keyboard subsystem • Mouse -...
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... require the use of one or more of the following steps: 1. Recommended Tools Most of the procedures in Chapter 1. 2. Slide the main battery assembly out. 4-2 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual
... require the use of one or more of the following steps: 1. Recommended Tools Most of the procedures in Chapter 1. 2. Slide the main battery assembly out. 4-2 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual
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... the screw's label. Otherwise, hardware damage could result. The removal procedure illustrations provide the correct screw length in parentheses next to check for correct length. 4-4 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual
... the screw's label. Otherwise, hardware damage could result. The removal procedure illustrations provide the correct screw length in parentheses next to check for correct length. 4-4 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual
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Field-Replaceable Parts and Assemblies display assembly trackball assembly palmrest assembly CD-ROM EMI clip keyboard EMI clip left tilt-support foot keyboard PC Card superpart assembly dust cover for the Advanced Port Replicator ...cover CD-ROM/diskette drive assembly Figure 4-5. Exploded View-Computer The computer is divided into three major assemblies: the palmrest assembly (which contains the keyboard and the trackball), the display assembly (which contains the LCD), and the bottom case assembly (which contains many of the removable parts). 4-6 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual
Field-Replaceable Parts and Assemblies display assembly trackball assembly palmrest assembly CD-ROM EMI clip keyboard EMI clip left tilt-support foot keyboard PC Card superpart assembly dust cover for the Advanced Port Replicator ...cover CD-ROM/diskette drive assembly Figure 4-5. Exploded View-Computer The computer is divided into three major assemblies: the palmrest assembly (which contains the keyboard and the trackball), the display assembly (which contains the LCD), and the bottom case assembly (which contains many of the removable parts). 4-6 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual
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Memory Compartment Cover memory compartment cover Figure 4-7. tion in the edge of the cover, and then slide the cover towards the edge of the computer. 4-8 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual Memory Compartment Cover Removal Part or Assembly Name Memory compartment cover Order Name CVR,MEM,LXPiCD To remove the memory compartment cover, follow these steps: CAUTION: Make sure the work surface. 2. To release the memory compartment cover, press down on the identa- Turn the computer upside down on the work surface is clean to prevent scratching the computer cover. 1.
Memory Compartment Cover memory compartment cover Figure 4-7. tion in the edge of the cover, and then slide the cover towards the edge of the computer. 4-8 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual Memory Compartment Cover Removal Part or Assembly Name Memory compartment cover Order Name CVR,MEM,LXPiCD To remove the memory compartment cover, follow these steps: CAUTION: Make sure the work surface. 2. To release the memory compartment cover, press down on the identa- Turn the computer upside down on the work surface is clean to prevent scratching the computer cover. 1.
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... Name SVC,ASSY,PLMRST,LXPiCD To remove the palmrest assembly, follow these steps: 1. display assembly keyboard palmrest assembly trackball assembly trackball cable connector JTB CD-ROM EMI clip connector JKB1 connector JKB2 Figure 4-9. Remove any cables attached to prevent scratching the computer cover. 4-10 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual Remove the hard-disk drive assembly.
... Name SVC,ASSY,PLMRST,LXPiCD To remove the palmrest assembly, follow these steps: 1. display assembly keyboard palmrest assembly trackball assembly trackball cable connector JTB CD-ROM EMI clip connector JKB1 connector JKB2 Figure 4-9. Remove any cables attached to prevent scratching the computer cover. 4-10 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual Remove the hard-disk drive assembly.
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... down, when the palmrest assembly is properly aligned and fully seated on top of the bottom case assembly. CAUTION: Be careful not to bend the CD-ROM EMI clip. Then push down on the work surface, and reinstall retaining screws A1, A2, and A3 (see Figure 4-10). Then close the display... down, slightly forward of its original position, on the bottom case assembly and that the palmrest assembly is free from the bottom case assembly. 4-12 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual Ensure that all sides of the palmrest assembly while sliding the assembly toward the back of the computer.
... down, when the palmrest assembly is properly aligned and fully seated on top of the bottom case assembly. CAUTION: Be careful not to bend the CD-ROM EMI clip. Then push down on the work surface, and reinstall retaining screws A1, A2, and A3 (see Figure 4-10). Then close the display... down, slightly forward of its original position, on the bottom case assembly and that the palmrest assembly is free from the bottom case assembly. 4-12 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual Ensure that all sides of the palmrest assembly while sliding the assembly toward the back of the computer.
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...+ Keyboard assembly, Russian KYBD,86,RUS,ALPS,LXPi+ Keyboard assembly, Spanish KYBD,86,SPN,ALPS,LXPi+ Keyboard assembly, Swedish KYBD,86,SWE,ALPS,LXPi+ 4-14 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual
...+ Keyboard assembly, Russian KYBD,86,RUS,ALPS,LXPi+ Keyboard assembly, Spanish KYBD,86,SPN,ALPS,LXPi+ Keyboard assembly, Swedish KYBD,86,SWE,ALPS,LXPi+ 4-14 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual
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... Part or Assembly Name Tilt-support foot, left Tilt-support foot, right Order Name FOOT,PLSTC,REAR,LF,LXPiCD FOOT,PLSTC,REAR,RT,LXPiCD 4-16 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual
... Part or Assembly Name Tilt-support foot, left Tilt-support foot, right Order Name FOOT,PLSTC,REAR,LF,LXPiCD FOOT,PLSTC,REAR,RT,LXPiCD 4-16 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual