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file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/index.htm (1 of your computer. Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual Dell™ Latitude™ C600/C500 Series Service Manual Before You Begin Preparing to Work Inside the Computer Recommended Tools Screw Identification Removing and Replacing Parts Components Hard Drive Memory Module ...
file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/index.htm (1 of your computer. Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual Dell™ Latitude™ C600/C500 Series Service Manual Before You Begin Preparing to Work Inside the Computer Recommended Tools Screw Identification Removing and Replacing Parts Components Hard Drive Memory Module ...
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... your system. Make sure the computer is not covered by Dell is undocked. 5. Save any attached devices. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/begin working inside the computer. 1. Before You Begin : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Latitude™ C600/C500 Series Service Manual Preparing to Work Inside the Computer Recommended...
... your system. Make sure the computer is not covered by Dell is undocked. 5. Save any attached devices. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/begin working inside the computer. 1. Before You Begin : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Latitude™ C600/C500 Series Service Manual Preparing to Work Inside the Computer Recommended...
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...q Flash BIOS update program diskette or CD (required only when upgrading the microprocessor or replacing the reserve battery) System Orientation file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/begin.htm (2 of 6) [2/28/2004 7:53:27 AM] Do not touch the components or contacts on a flat work , use... the system board, you must remove the main battery and secondary battery (if present) before you work surface. Before You Begin : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual 7. Handle components and cards with care. Disconnect all other external cables from the PC Card slot. 9. Hold a ...
...q Flash BIOS update program diskette or CD (required only when upgrading the microprocessor or replacing the reserve battery) System Orientation file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/begin.htm (2 of 6) [2/28/2004 7:53:27 AM] Do not touch the components or contacts on a flat work , use... the system board, you must remove the main battery and secondary battery (if present) before you work surface. Before You Begin : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual 7. Handle components and cards with care. Disconnect all other external cables from the PC Card slot. 9. Hold a ...
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Before You Begin : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual Screw Identification When you are removing and replacing components, photocopy the placemat as a tool to lay out and keep track of 6) [2/28/2004 7:53:27 AM] Screw Identification file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/begin.htm (3 of the component screws. The placemat provides the number of screws and the sizes.
Before You Begin : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual Screw Identification When you are removing and replacing components, photocopy the placemat as a tool to lay out and keep track of 6) [2/28/2004 7:53:27 AM] Screw Identification file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/begin.htm (3 of the component screws. The placemat provides the number of screws and the sizes.
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Make sure that the screw is properly aligned with its corresponding hole, and avoid overtightening. Before You Begin : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual NOTICE: When reinstalling a screw, you must use a screw of 6) [2/28/2004 7:53:27 AM] Screw Placement Hard Drive Door Security: (1 each) Keyboard to Bottom Case Assembly: (5 each) Display Assembly Bezel: (6 each) Display Assembly Hinge Bracket to Bottom Case Assembly: (5 each) Rubber Screw Covers (6 each) file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/begin.htm (4 of the correct diameter and length.
Make sure that the screw is properly aligned with its corresponding hole, and avoid overtightening. Before You Begin : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual NOTICE: When reinstalling a screw, you must use a screw of 6) [2/28/2004 7:53:27 AM] Screw Placement Hard Drive Door Security: (1 each) Keyboard to Bottom Case Assembly: (5 each) Display Assembly Bezel: (6 each) Display Assembly Hinge Bracket to Bottom Case Assembly: (5 each) Rubber Screw Covers (6 each) file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/begin.htm (4 of the correct diameter and length.
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Before You Begin : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual Display Assembly and Flex Cable Retention Bracket to Top Cover: (5 each) Display Assembly EMI Shield Bracket: (2 each) Palmrest to Bottom Case Assembly: (5 each) (3 each) Hybrid Cooling Fan: (2 each) (1 each) System Board to Bottom Case Assembly: Display Panel to Support Bracket: (10 each) (12.1-inch display panel only) (4 each) file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/begin.htm (5 of 6) [2/28/2004 7:53:27 AM]
Before You Begin : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual Display Assembly and Flex Cable Retention Bracket to Top Cover: (5 each) Display Assembly EMI Shield Bracket: (2 each) Palmrest to Bottom Case Assembly: (5 each) (3 each) Hybrid Cooling Fan: (2 each) (1 each) System Board to Bottom Case Assembly: Display Panel to Support Bracket: (10 each) (12.1-inch display panel only) (4 each) file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/begin.htm (5 of 6) [2/28/2004 7:53:27 AM]
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Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual Back to Contents Page Removing and Replacing Parts Dell™ Latitude™ C600/C500 Series Service Manual Components Hard Drive Memory Module Mini-PCI Card Assembly Keyboard Assembly Removing the Display Assembly Display Assembly Latch Hinge Covers Palmrest... Cooling Fan Microprocessor Module Reserve Battery Speaker Assemblies System Board Assembly Battery and Modular Bay Latch Assemblies Components Exploded View file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (1 of 40) [2/28/2004 7:53:33 AM]
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual Back to Contents Page Removing and Replacing Parts Dell™ Latitude™ C600/C500 Series Service Manual Components Hard Drive Memory Module Mini-PCI Card Assembly Keyboard Assembly Removing the Display Assembly Display Assembly Latch Hinge Covers Palmrest... Cooling Fan Microprocessor Module Reserve Battery Speaker Assemblies System Board Assembly Battery and Modular Bay Latch Assemblies Components Exploded View file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (1 of 40) [2/28/2004 7:53:33 AM]
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... your system. NOTICE: Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in reverse order. Hard Drive file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (2 of the hard drive case), and avoid dropping it. Damage due to shock. Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your warranty.
... your system. NOTICE: Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in reverse order. Hard Drive file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (2 of the hard drive case), and avoid dropping it. Damage due to shock. Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your warranty.
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...:33 AM] Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from the hard drive door. 2. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" before performing the following procedure. 1. Memory Module file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (3 of the bottom...
...:33 AM] Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from the hard drive door. 2. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" before performing the following procedure. 1. Memory Module file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (3 of the bottom...
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... Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual Memory Module Cover Removing the Memory Module Cover NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to release the two captive screws that secure the memory module cover. Memory Modules file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove...
... Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual Memory Module Cover Removing the Memory Module Cover NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to release the two captive screws that secure the memory module cover. Memory Modules file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove...
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...[2/28/2004 7:53:33 AM] Replacing the Memory Modules 1. To release a memory module from its socket. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (5 of the memory module socket just far enough for the memory module to Work Inside the Computer" before performing... the following procedure. 1. Remove the memory module cover. 2. The module should pop up slightly. 3. Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual Removing the Memory Modules NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any installed batteries. If you only have one memory module, ...
...[2/28/2004 7:53:33 AM] Replacing the Memory Modules 1. To release a memory module from its socket. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (5 of the memory module socket just far enough for the memory module to Work Inside the Computer" before performing... the following procedure. 1. Remove the memory module cover. 2. The module should pop up slightly. 3. Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual Removing the Memory Modules NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any installed batteries. If you only have one memory module, ...
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Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual NOTE: Memory modules are keyed, or designed to fit into the bottom case assembly. Rotate the memory module cover down until it . 4. Mini-PCI Card Assembly Using Interface Cables Mini PCI Wireless NIC Assembly Using Antenna Cable file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (6 of...
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual NOTE: Memory modules are keyed, or designed to fit into the bottom case assembly. Rotate the memory module cover down until it . 4. Mini-PCI Card Assembly Using Interface Cables Mini PCI Wireless NIC Assembly Using Antenna Cable file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (6 of...
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... card with the socket at a 45-degree angle to Work Inside the Computer" before performing the following procedure. 1. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (7 of its socket and disconnect any installed batteries. Lift the mini-PCI card assembly out of 40) [2/28/2004...-PCI card is keyed, or designed to fit into the socket. Remove the memory module cover. 2. Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual Removing the Mini-PCI Card Assembly NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from its socket, spread apart the...
... card with the socket at a 45-degree angle to Work Inside the Computer" before performing the following procedure. 1. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (7 of its socket and disconnect any installed batteries. Lift the mini-PCI card assembly out of 40) [2/28/2004...-PCI card is keyed, or designed to fit into the socket. Remove the memory module cover. 2. Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual Removing the Mini-PCI Card Assembly NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from its socket, spread apart the...
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...cover. NOTE: If you are installing a wireless NIC, fold and tuck the unused interface cables into the metal securing tabs. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (8 of mini-PCI card you are installing, either connect the interface cables to the mini-PCI card, or connect the ... from electrical outlets, and remove any attached devices from the mini-PCI card to the internal antenna. 3. Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual 2. Lower the mini-PCI card until it snaps into the slot so they do not interfere with the cover.
...cover. NOTE: If you are installing a wireless NIC, fold and tuck the unused interface cables into the metal securing tabs. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (8 of mini-PCI card you are installing, either connect the interface cables to the mini-PCI card, or connect the ... from electrical outlets, and remove any attached devices from the mini-PCI card to the internal antenna. 3. Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual 2. Lower the mini-PCI card until it snaps into the slot so they do not interfere with the cover.
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... dislodged, and time-consuming to pull up until it clears the keyboard boss support in the bottom case assembly. 6. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (9 of the computer. 7. Turn the computer over and open the display. To release the keyboard from the holes... and remove the five M2.5 x 12-mm screws from the palmrest assembly, use a small, flat- Keyboard 5. Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the keyboard....
... dislodged, and time-consuming to pull up until it clears the keyboard boss support in the bottom case assembly. 6. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (9 of the computer. 7. Turn the computer over and open the display. To release the keyboard from the holes... and remove the five M2.5 x 12-mm screws from the palmrest assembly, use a small, flat- Keyboard 5. Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the keyboard....
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.... 2. Remove the keyboard assembly from the interface connector on the system board assembly by pulling up on the keyboard flex cable. 9. Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual Keyboard Connector 8. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (10 of the computer.
.... 2. Remove the keyboard assembly from the interface connector on the system board assembly by pulling up on the keyboard flex cable. 9. Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual Keyboard Connector 8. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (10 of the computer.
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Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual 4. The keys should be flush with the left and right surfaces of the palmrest assembly. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the ... by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer. the display assembly hinges pass through the back of the palmrest. 5. Display Assembly file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (11 of 40) [2/28/2004 7:53:33 AM] Reinstall the five M2.5 x 12-mm screws in the holes labeled "circle...
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual 4. The keys should be flush with the left and right surfaces of the palmrest assembly. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the ... by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer. the display assembly hinges pass through the back of the palmrest. 5. Display Assembly file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (11 of 40) [2/28/2004 7:53:33 AM] Reinstall the five M2.5 x 12-mm screws in the holes labeled "circle...
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Remove the center control cover. Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual 1. Remove the hard drive. 2. Close the display. 4. Remove the flex cable EMI shield retention bracket that secure the EMI shield bracket to ... right hinge and three screws on the left hinge. 5. Remove the two M2 x 3-mm screws that covers the display-feed flex cable file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (12 of the computer, remove the five M2.5 x 5-mm screws labeled with the "circle D." Open the display assembly approximately 180 degrees and...
Remove the center control cover. Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual 1. Remove the hard drive. 2. Close the display. 4. Remove the flex cable EMI shield retention bracket that secure the EMI shield bracket to ... right hinge and three screws on the left hinge. 5. Remove the two M2 x 3-mm screws that covers the display-feed flex cable file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (12 of the computer, remove the five M2.5 x 5-mm screws labeled with the "circle D." Open the display assembly approximately 180 degrees and...
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...the connector (see "Display Assembly"). 9. Reconnecting the Display-Feed Flex Cable Connector 14.1-Inch Display Assembly Bezel and Panel file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (13 of 40) [2/28/2004 7:53:33 AM] NOTICE: When reconnecting the display-feed flex cable connector to the... to disconnect the connector from the bottom case assembly. Pressing on the system board. 8. Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual connector on the center of the connector may damage resistors and compromise EMI protection in the system.
...the connector (see "Display Assembly"). 9. Reconnecting the Display-Feed Flex Cable Connector 14.1-Inch Display Assembly Bezel and Panel file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (13 of 40) [2/28/2004 7:53:33 AM] NOTICE: When reconnecting the display-feed flex cable connector to the... to disconnect the connector from the bottom case assembly. Pressing on the system board. 8. Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual connector on the center of the connector may damage resistors and compromise EMI protection in the system.
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NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" before performing the following procedure. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (14 of 40) [2/28/2004 7:53:33 AM] Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual Removing the 14.1-Inch Display Assembly Bezel NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.
NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" before performing the following procedure. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c500-600/remove.htm (14 of 40) [2/28/2004 7:53:33 AM] Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual Removing the 14.1-Inch Display Assembly Bezel NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.