Service Manual
Page 1
... the marks and names or their products. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. December 2010 Rev. Dell™ Inspiron™ 1121 Service Manual Before You Begin Battery Memory Module(s) Keyboard Hard Drive Palm Rest Power Button Board Wireless Mini-Card(s) Audio Board Coin-Cell Battery Display Camera Middle Cover...
... the marks and names or their products. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. December 2010 Rev. Dell™ Inspiron™ 1121 Service Manual Before You Begin Battery Memory Module(s) Keyboard Hard Drive Palm Rest Power Button Board Wireless Mini-Card(s) Audio Board Coin-Cell Battery Display Camera Middle Cover...
Service Manual
Page 35
... a certified service technician should perform repairs on each end of your computer). Loosen the captive screw that secures the memory-module cover to Contents Page Memory Module(s) Dell™ Inspiron™ 1121 Service Manual Removing the Memory Module(s) Replacing the Memory Module(s) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that can increase your computer...
... a certified service technician should perform repairs on each end of your computer). Loosen the captive screw that secures the memory-module cover to Contents Page Memory Module(s) Dell™ Inspiron™ 1121 Service Manual Removing the Memory Module(s) Replacing the Memory Module(s) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that can increase your computer...
Service Manual
Page 36
...outlet. 8. Turn on the computer base and gently press the memory-module cover into the memory-module connector at a 45-degree angle, and press the memory module down until it detects the memory module(s) and automatically updates the system configuration information. As the ...computer boots, it clicks into place. Slide the memory module firmly into place. 5. 1 memory-module connector 3 memory module 2 securing clips (2) Replacing the Memory Module(s) CAUTION: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the lower connector before you do not...
...outlet. 8. Turn on the computer base and gently press the memory-module cover into the memory-module connector at a 45-degree angle, and press the memory module down until it detects the memory module(s) and automatically updates the system configuration information. As the ...computer boots, it clicks into place. Slide the memory module firmly into place. 5. 1 memory-module connector 3 memory module 2 securing clips (2) Replacing the Memory Module(s) CAUTION: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the lower connector before you do not...
Service Manual
Page 51
... CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer). Remove the memory module(s) (see Removing the Middle Cover). 10. Remove the screw that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a ...slightly and disconnect the AC adapter connector cable from the connectors on your computer. Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Inspiron™ 1121 Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing the System Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information...
... CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer). Remove the memory module(s) (see Removing the Middle Cover). 10. Remove the screw that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a ...slightly and disconnect the AC adapter connector cable from the connectors on your computer. Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Inspiron™ 1121 Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing the System Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information...
Service Manual
Page 52
... heat sink assembly (see Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery). 7. Replace the coin-cell battery (see Replacing the Processor Heat Sink). 3. Replace the memory module(s) (see Replacing the Battery). Failure to the computer. 16. Connect the AC adapter connector cable to the computer base. 6. Follow the ...instructions from step 5 to step 7 in and that secures the system board to the system board. 4. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Memory Module(s)). 15. Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in Replacing the Hard Drive. 13. If you have replaced the system board, enter the...
... heat sink assembly (see Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery). 7. Replace the coin-cell battery (see Replacing the Processor Heat Sink). 3. Replace the memory module(s) (see Replacing the Battery). Failure to the computer. 16. Connect the AC adapter connector cable to the computer base. 6. Follow the ...instructions from step 5 to step 7 in and that secures the system board to the system board. 4. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Memory Module(s)). 15. Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in Replacing the Hard Drive. 13. If you have replaced the system board, enter the...
Setup Guide
Page 5
Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional ... SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Connect to the Internet (Optional 16 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Back View Features 22 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 24... Display Features 32 Removing and Replacing the Battery 34 Software Features 36 Dell Dock 37 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 38 Solving Problems 39 Beep Codes 39 Network Problems 40 Power Problems 41...
Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional ... SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Connect to the Internet (Optional 16 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Back View Features 22 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 24... Display Features 32 Removing and Replacing the Battery 34 Software Features 36 Dell Dock 37 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 38 Solving Problems 39 Beep Codes 39 Network Problems 40 Power Problems 41...
Setup Guide
Page 23
... the slot; blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on memory cards. Connects to a TV for use when no media card is installed in speakers, only the video signal will be read. 3 USB 2.0 connector ... device if you are using a wired network. 2 HDMI connector - NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in -1 Media Card Reader - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Network connector - Connects your computer. 21 Blanks protect unused slots from other particles.
... the slot; blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on memory cards. Connects to a TV for use when no media card is installed in speakers, only the video signal will be read. 3 USB 2.0 connector ... device if you are using a wired network. 2 HDMI connector - NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in -1 Media Card Reader - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Network connector - Connects your computer. 21 Blanks protect unused slots from other particles.
Setup Guide
Page 41
...or replaced the memory module, ensure that the memory module is ...at support.dell.com/manuals for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Contacting Dell" on page 67. See the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals.... BIOS ROM checksum failure Two No RAM detected NOTE: If you cannot solve your computer. Beep Code Possible Problem One Possible system board failure - Write down the beep code and contact Dell... (see "Using Support Tools" on page 45 or "Contacting Dell" on page 67). Chipset error Four RAM...
...or replaced the memory module, ensure that the memory module is ...at support.dell.com/manuals for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Contacting Dell" on page 67. See the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals.... BIOS ROM checksum failure Two No RAM detected NOTE: If you cannot solve your computer. Beep Code Possible Problem One Possible system board failure - Write down the beep code and contact Dell... (see "Using Support Tools" on page 45 or "Contacting Dell" on page 67). Chipset error Four RAM...
Setup Guide
Page 44
... creating interference by interrupting or blocking other memory problems - • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 49). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 67). 42 If necessary, install additional memory (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory module(s) into the connector(s) (see the...
... creating interference by interrupting or blocking other memory problems - • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 49). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 67). 42 If necessary, install additional memory (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory module(s) into the connector(s) (see the...
Setup Guide
Page 52
...test, a message with this system so far. Write down your hard drive and to go to the Choose An Option window. If you are experiencing memory issues, press , otherwise press . Using Support Tools NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until ...found with the error code and a description of the problem will appear on your screen. NOTE: If you want to run the remaining memory tests? If PSA is displayed: "No problems have been found , run the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostic utility partition on your computer and try again.
...test, a message with this system so far. Write down your hard drive and to go to the Choose An Option window. If you are experiencing memory issues, press , otherwise press . Using Support Tools NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until ...found with the error code and a description of the problem will appear on your screen. NOTE: If you want to run the remaining memory tests? If PSA is displayed: "No problems have been found , run the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostic utility partition on your computer and try again.
Setup Guide
Page 72
Computer Model Memory Dell™ Inspiron™ 1121 System Information Processor type Intel® Core™ i3 Chipset Intel HM57 Memory module connector Memory module capacities Memory type two user-accessible SODIMM connectors 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB 1333 MHz (operates at 800 MHz) DDR3 70 INSPIRON Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region. NOTE: Offerings...
Computer Model Memory Dell™ Inspiron™ 1121 System Information Processor type Intel® Core™ i3 Chipset Intel HM57 Memory module connector Memory module capacities Memory type two user-accessible SODIMM connectors 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB 1333 MHz (operates at 800 MHz) DDR3 70 INSPIRON Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region. NOTE: Offerings...
Setup Guide
Page 73
... Connectors USB three four-pin USB 2.0-compliant connectors HDMI one 19-pin connector VGA one 15-pin connector Antenna-in one 7-in-1 slot 71 Memory Minimum memory 2 GB Maximum memory 8 GB NOTE: For instructions on supported models) SIM card one SIM/USIM slot (optional) Media Card Reader one MCX connector (on upgrading the...
... Connectors USB three four-pin USB 2.0-compliant connectors HDMI one 19-pin connector VGA one 15-pin connector Antenna-in one 7-in-1 slot 71 Memory Minimum memory 2 GB Maximum memory 8 GB NOTE: For instructions on supported models) SIM card one SIM/USIM slot (optional) Media Card Reader one MCX connector (on upgrading the...
Setup Guide
Page 74
WWAN/GPS; WiMAX Audio Audio controller Speaker Volume controls Video Video controller Video memory Camera Type Video resolution ALC259-GR 2 x 1.5 watt speakers software program menus and media controls Intel HD graphics up to 1.7 GB of shared memory 1.3 megapixel 1280 x 1024 (maximum) 72 Specifications Media Card Reader Cards supported Secure Digital (SD) Memory card Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO MultiMedia Card (MMC) MMC+ xD-Picture Card Communications Network adapter 10/100 Ethernet LAN on system board Wireless WLAN Wi-Fi a/b/g/n;
WWAN/GPS; WiMAX Audio Audio controller Speaker Volume controls Video Video controller Video memory Camera Type Video resolution ALC259-GR 2 x 1.5 watt speakers software program menus and media controls Intel HD graphics up to 1.7 GB of shared memory 1.3 megapixel 1280 x 1024 (maximum) 72 Specifications Media Card Reader Cards supported Secure Digital (SD) Memory card Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO MultiMedia Card (MMC) MMC+ xD-Picture Card Communications Network adapter 10/100 Ethernet LAN on system board Wireless WLAN Wi-Fi a/b/g/n;
Setup Guide
Page 82
Index H hard drive activity light 25 hardware problems diagnosing 48 Hardware Troubleshooter 48 help getting assistance and support 60 I Internet connection 16 ISP Internet Service Provider 16 M memory problems solving 42 80 N network connection fixing 40 P Power/battery indicator light 25 power problems, solving 41 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 39 products information and purchasing 63 R resources, finding more 68 S setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 64
Index H hard drive activity light 25 hardware problems diagnosing 48 Hardware Troubleshooter 48 help getting assistance and support 60 I Internet connection 16 ISP Internet Service Provider 16 M memory problems solving 42 80 N network connection fixing 40 P Power/battery indicator light 25 power problems, solving 41 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 39 products information and purchasing 63 R resources, finding more 68 S setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 64