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...the type of the computer and the electrical outlet. If the power light is off or is supported by your computer, see Replacing a Memory Module). Ensure that you are : Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables Too many devices connected to the same power... cables, and other memory problems - Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at support.dell.com. Troubleshooting: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual Back up your files immediately Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive, floppy disks, CDs, or DVDs Save and close...
...the type of the computer and the electrical outlet. If the power light is off or is supported by your computer, see Replacing a Memory Module). Ensure that you are : Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables Too many devices connected to the same power... cables, and other memory problems - Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at support.dell.com. Troubleshooting: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual Back up your files immediately Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive, floppy disks, CDs, or DVDs Save and close...
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Base Assembly: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual 3. Follow the procedures in After Working on Your Computer. 2. Remove the base assembly cover (see Removing the LED Cover). 6. Remove the LED cover (see Removing the Base Assembly Cover). 3. Replace the right I/O board (see Replacing the Right I /O Board). 15. Replace the fan (see Removing the Keyboard). 7. Replace the display assembly (see...
Base Assembly: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual 3. Follow the procedures in After Working on Your Computer. 2. Remove the base assembly cover (see Removing the LED Cover). 6. Remove the LED cover (see Removing the Base Assembly Cover). 3. Replace the right I/O board (see Replacing the Right I /O Board). 15. Replace the fan (see Removing the Keyboard). 7. Replace the display assembly (see...
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... Computer. Flash update the BIOS (see Replacing the Base Assembly Cover). 15. Replace the base assembly cover (see Flashing the BIOS for one time only. Base Assembly: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual 12. Replace the optical drive (see Replacing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2)). 14. NOTE: If you ...the system setup program to boot from the disc for more information). 17. Replace the primary hard drive (see Replacing the Primary Hard Drive (HDD1)) and the secondary hard drive (see Replacing the Optical Drive). 13. Follow the procedures in order to set the computer to update the...
... Computer. Flash update the BIOS (see Replacing the Base Assembly Cover). 15. Replace the base assembly cover (see Flashing the BIOS for one time only. Base Assembly: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual 12. Replace the optical drive (see Replacing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2)). 14. NOTE: If you ...the system setup program to boot from the disc for more information). 17. Replace the primary hard drive (see Replacing the Primary Hard Drive (HDD1)) and the secondary hard drive (see Replacing the Optical Drive). 13. Follow the procedures in order to set the computer to update the...
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... Primary Hard Drive (HDD1) Removing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2) Replacing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2) NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives obtained from the computer while the drive is on or in Before Working on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Remove the base assembly cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on Your Computer. 2. Hard Drive: Dell Precision M6400...
... Primary Hard Drive (HDD1) Removing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2) Replacing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2) NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives obtained from the computer while the drive is on or in Before Working on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Remove the base assembly cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on Your Computer. 2. Hard Drive: Dell Precision M6400...
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Hard Drive: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual 1 HDD1 2 pull tab 6. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Set the pull tab aside to use with your computer. Attach ...mm screws that shipped with the replacement HDD1. 1 HDD1 2 M3 x 3-mm screws (2) 3 pull tab Replacing the Primary Hard Drive (HDD1) CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secure the pull tab to the connector. 1. NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile. Excessive force ...
Hard Drive: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual 1 HDD1 2 pull tab 6. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Set the pull tab aside to use with your computer. Attach ...mm screws that shipped with the replacement HDD1. 1 HDD1 2 M3 x 3-mm screws (2) 3 pull tab Replacing the Primary Hard Drive (HDD1) CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secure the pull tab to the connector. 1. NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile. Excessive force ...
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Hard Drive: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual 2. Replace the cover on Your Computer. 2. Install the operating system, drivers, and utilities for your computer before removing the hard drive. NOTICE: To prevent data loss, turn off your computer, as needed. Follow the procedures in Working on the HDD1 and tighten the two captive screws. 4. ...
Hard Drive: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual 2. Replace the cover on Your Computer. 2. Install the operating system, drivers, and utilities for your computer before removing the hard drive. NOTICE: To prevent data loss, turn off your computer, as needed. Follow the procedures in Working on the HDD1 and tighten the two captive screws. 4. ...
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... assembly, then lower the HDD2 into place. Hard Drive: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual 7. NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile. Replace the base assembly cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at support.dell.com. Install the operating system, drivers, and utilities for your computer at : www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Replacing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2) CAUTION: Before working inside your...
... assembly, then lower the HDD2 into place. Hard Drive: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual 7. NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile. Replace the base assembly cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at support.dell.com. Install the operating system, drivers, and utilities for your computer at : www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Replacing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2) CAUTION: Before working inside your...
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... the instructions in Before Working on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Remove the secondary hard drive (see Removing the Edge-to Contents Page Palm Rest Assembly Dell Precision™ M6400 Service Manual Removing the Palm Rest Assembly Replacing the Palm Rest Assembly Removing the Palm Rest...16/2012 10:27:08 AM] Remove the nine M2 x 3-mm screws (labeled "P"). Palm Rest Assembly: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual Back to -Edge Display or Removing the Display Assembly). 7. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2)). 4.
... the instructions in Before Working on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Remove the secondary hard drive (see Removing the Edge-to Contents Page Palm Rest Assembly Dell Precision™ M6400 Service Manual Removing the Palm Rest Assembly Replacing the Palm Rest Assembly Removing the Palm Rest...16/2012 10:27:08 AM] Remove the nine M2 x 3-mm screws (labeled "P"). Palm Rest Assembly: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual Back to -Edge Display or Removing the Display Assembly). 7. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2)). 4.
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Place the palm rest on Your Computer. Replace the secondary hard drive (see Replacing the Optical Drive). 9. Palm Rest Assembly: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. Connect the biometer, contactless smart card, touchpad, speaker, ...
Place the palm rest on Your Computer. Replace the secondary hard drive (see Replacing the Optical Drive). 9. Palm Rest Assembly: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. Connect the biometer, contactless smart card, touchpad, speaker, ...
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...Homepage on Your Computer. 2. Disconnect the fan cable from the system board. 9. Remove the secondary hard drive (see Removing the Palm Rest Assembly). 8. Remove the palm rest (see Removing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2)). 4. Lift the fan up to remove it. 1 fan 2 M2.5 x 5-mm screws.... Remove the base assembly cover (see Removing the Base Assembly Cover). 3. Fan: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Fan Dell Precision™ M6400 Service Manual Removing the Fan Replacing the Fan Removing the Fan CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety ...
...Homepage on Your Computer. 2. Disconnect the fan cable from the system board. 9. Remove the secondary hard drive (see Removing the Palm Rest Assembly). 8. Remove the palm rest (see Removing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2)). 4. Lift the fan up to remove it. 1 fan 2 M2.5 x 5-mm screws.... Remove the base assembly cover (see Removing the Base Assembly Cover). 3. Fan: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Fan Dell Precision™ M6400 Service Manual Removing the Fan Replacing the Fan Removing the Fan CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety ...
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... the system board. 4. Replace the palm rest (see Replacing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2)). 9. Replace the LED cover (see Replacing the Keyboard). 6. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the LED Cover). 7. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Base Assembly Cover). 10. Replace the base assembly cover (see Replacing the Edge-to-Edge Display or Replacing the Display Assembly). 8. Fan: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual 3 fan cable...
... the system board. 4. Replace the palm rest (see Replacing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2)). 9. Replace the LED cover (see Replacing the Keyboard). 6. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the LED Cover). 7. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Base Assembly Cover). 10. Replace the base assembly cover (see Replacing the Edge-to-Edge Display or Replacing the Display Assembly). 8. Fan: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual 3 fan cable...
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...Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Processor Heatsink Assembly Dell Precision™ M6400 Service Manual Removing the Processor Heatsink Assembly Replacing the Processor Heatsink Assembly Removing the Processor Heatsink Assembly CAUTION: Before working inside your computer. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Fan). 9. Remove the LED cover (see Removing the Secondary Hard Drive... secure the processor heatsink assembly to the system board. 10. Remove the secondary hard drive (see Removing the LED Cover). 6. Remove the fan (see Removing the Edge...
...Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Processor Heatsink Assembly Dell Precision™ M6400 Service Manual Removing the Processor Heatsink Assembly Replacing the Processor Heatsink Assembly Removing the Processor Heatsink Assembly CAUTION: Before working inside your computer. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Fan). 9. Remove the LED cover (see Removing the Secondary Hard Drive... secure the processor heatsink assembly to the system board. 10. Remove the secondary hard drive (see Removing the LED Cover). 6. Remove the fan (see Removing the Edge...
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... assembly with your computer. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Palm Rest Assembly). 5. Replace the base assembly cover (see Replacing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2)). 9. Replace the secondary hard drive (see Replacing the Base Assembly Cover). 10. Follow the procedures in After Working on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Processor Heatsink Assembly: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual Replacing the Processor Heatsink Assembly CAUTION...
... assembly with your computer. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Palm Rest Assembly). 5. Replace the base assembly cover (see Replacing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2)). 9. Replace the secondary hard drive (see Replacing the Base Assembly Cover). 10. Follow the procedures in After Working on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Processor Heatsink Assembly: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual Replacing the Processor Heatsink Assembly CAUTION...
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...6. Lift the video card/heatsink assembly to Contents Page Video Card/Heatsink Assembly Dell Precision™ M6400 Service Manual Removing the Video Card/Heatsink Assembly Replacing the Video Card/Heatsink Assembly Removing the Video Card/Heatsink Assembly CAUTION: Before ...Removing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2)). 4. Remove the secondary hard drive (see Removing the Palm Rest Assembly). 8. Remove the LED cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on Your Computer. 2. Disconnect the fan cable. 11. Video Card/Heatsink Assembly: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual Back...
...6. Lift the video card/heatsink assembly to Contents Page Video Card/Heatsink Assembly Dell Precision™ M6400 Service Manual Removing the Video Card/Heatsink Assembly Replacing the Video Card/Heatsink Assembly Removing the Video Card/Heatsink Assembly CAUTION: Before ...Removing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2)). 4. Remove the secondary hard drive (see Removing the Palm Rest Assembly). 8. Remove the LED cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on Your Computer. 2. Disconnect the fan cable. 11. Video Card/Heatsink Assembly: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual Back...
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...sm/video.htm[11/16/2012 10:27:14 AM] Video Card/Heatsink Assembly: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual 1 video card/heatsink assembly 2 captive screws (3) 3 fan cable Replacing the Video Card/Heatsink Assembly CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety..., see Replacing the Palm Rest Assembly). 6. Replace the palm rest (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on Your Computer. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2)). 10. Replace the secondary hard drive (see Replacing the Edge-to fit it in After Working on www.dell.com at...
...sm/video.htm[11/16/2012 10:27:14 AM] Video Card/Heatsink Assembly: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual 1 video card/heatsink assembly 2 captive screws (3) 3 fan cable Replacing the Video Card/Heatsink Assembly CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety..., see Replacing the Palm Rest Assembly). 6. Replace the palm rest (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on Your Computer. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2)). 10. Replace the secondary hard drive (see Replacing the Edge-to fit it in After Working on www.dell.com at...
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...8. Remove the processor heatsink assembly (see Removing the Fan). 9. Processor Module: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Processor Module Dell Precision™ M6400 Service Manual Removing the Processor Module Replacing the Processor Module Removing the Processor Module CAUTION: Before working inside your computer....en/sm/cpu.htm[11/16/2012 10:27:18 AM] Remove the secondary hard drive (see Removing the LED Cover). 6. Remove the LED cover (see Removing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2)). 4. Remove the bottom of the computer (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage...
...8. Remove the processor heatsink assembly (see Removing the Fan). 9. Processor Module: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Processor Module Dell Precision™ M6400 Service Manual Removing the Processor Module Replacing the Processor Module Removing the Processor Module CAUTION: Before working inside your computer....en/sm/cpu.htm[11/16/2012 10:27:18 AM] Remove the secondary hard drive (see Removing the LED Cover). 6. Remove the LED cover (see Removing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2)). 4. Remove the bottom of the computer (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage...
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...Edge-to-Edge Display or Replacing the Display Assembly). 10. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Processor Heatsink Assembly). 5. Processor Module: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual When the ...Replacing the Base Assembly Cover). 12. Replace the LED cover (see Replacing the Fan). 6. Follow the procedures in After Working on Your Computer. If one or more corners of the module are aligned at the same height. Back to the system board. 3. Replace the fan (see Replacing the LED Cover). 9. Replace the secondary hard drive (see Replacing the Secondary Hard Drive...
...Edge-to-Edge Display or Replacing the Display Assembly). 10. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Processor Heatsink Assembly). 5. Processor Module: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual When the ...Replacing the Base Assembly Cover). 12. Replace the LED cover (see Replacing the Fan). 6. Follow the procedures in After Working on Your Computer. If one or more corners of the module are aligned at the same height. Back to the system board. 3. Replace the fan (see Replacing the LED Cover). 9. Replace the secondary hard drive (see Replacing the Secondary Hard Drive...
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...Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual Back to remove the card cage. 1 M2 x 3-mm screws (4) 2 card cable 3 card cage file:///T|/htdocs/systems/wsm6400/en/sm/cardcage.htm[11/16/2012 10:27:21 AM] Remove the base assembly cover (see Removing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2)). 4. Remove the secondary hard drive...If a card is in Before Working on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Remove the four M2 x 3-mm screws. 11. Lift to Contents Page Card Cage Dell Precision™ M6400 Service Manual Removing the Card Cage Replacing the Card Cage Removing the Card Cage CAUTION: ...
...Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual Back to remove the card cage. 1 M2 x 3-mm screws (4) 2 card cable 3 card cage file:///T|/htdocs/systems/wsm6400/en/sm/cardcage.htm[11/16/2012 10:27:21 AM] Remove the base assembly cover (see Removing the Secondary Hard Drive (HDD2)). 4. Remove the secondary hard drive...If a card is in Before Working on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Remove the four M2 x 3-mm screws. 11. Lift to Contents Page Card Cage Dell Precision™ M6400 Service Manual Removing the Card Cage Replacing the Card Cage Removing the Card Cage CAUTION: ...
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... Assembly Cover). 10. Replace the base assembly cover (see Replacing the LED Cover). 7. Replace the four M2 x 3-mm screws. 4. Replace the secondary hard drive (see Replacing the Edge-to-Edge Display or Replacing the Display Assembly). 8. Back to the I/O board. 2. Place the card cage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Card Cage: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual Replacing the Card Cage...
... Assembly Cover). 10. Replace the base assembly cover (see Replacing the LED Cover). 7. Replace the four M2 x 3-mm screws. 4. Replace the secondary hard drive (see Replacing the Edge-to-Edge Display or Replacing the Display Assembly). 8. Back to the I/O board. 2. Place the card cage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Card Cage: Dell Precision M6400 Service Manual Replacing the Card Cage...
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... the Edge-to Contents Page IEEE 1394 Card Dell Precision™ M6400 Service Manual Removing the IEEE 1394 Card Replacing the IEEE 1394 Card Removing the IEEE 1394 Card CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. Remove the secondary hard drive (see Removing the Keyboard). 7. Remove the keyboard...
... the Edge-to Contents Page IEEE 1394 Card Dell Precision™ M6400 Service Manual Removing the IEEE 1394 Card Replacing the IEEE 1394 Card Removing the IEEE 1394 Card CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. Remove the secondary hard drive (see Removing the Keyboard). 7. Remove the keyboard...