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Removing the Display Panel 65 Prerequisites 65 Procedure 66 Replacing the Display Panel 67 Procedure 67 Postrequisites 67 Removing the Camera Module 68 Prerequisites 68 Procedure 69 Replacing the Camera Module 70 Procedure 70 Postrequisites 70 Flashing the BIOS 71 Contents | 7
Removing the Display Panel 65 Prerequisites 65 Procedure 66 Replacing the Display Panel 67 Procedure 67 Postrequisites 67 Removing the Camera Module 68 Prerequisites 68 Procedure 69 Replacing the Camera Module 70 Procedure 70 Postrequisites 70 Flashing the BIOS 71 Contents | 7
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..." on page 12. 2 Remove the base cover. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Removing the coin-cell battery resets the BIOS settings to step 3 in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 31. 36 | Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Prerequisites... step 1 to default. Removing the Coin-Cell Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that you note the BIOS settings before removing the coin-cell battery. See "Removing the Palm-Rest" on page 11.
..." on page 12. 2 Remove the base cover. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Removing the coin-cell battery resets the BIOS settings to step 3 in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 31. 36 | Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Prerequisites... step 1 to default. Removing the Coin-Cell Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that you note the BIOS settings before removing the coin-cell battery. See "Removing the Palm-Rest" on page 11.
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... click Continue. 10 Save the file and once the download is available or when replacing the system board. Flashing the BIOS | 71 To flash the BIOS: 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Go to dell.com/support. 3 Click Start Here under the product categories. 5 Click Drivers & Downloads tab. 6 In the Operating System drop-down, select...
... click Continue. 10 Save the file and once the download is available or when replacing the system board. Flashing the BIOS | 71 To flash the BIOS: 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Go to dell.com/support. 3 Click Start Here under the product categories. 5 Click Drivers & Downloads tab. 6 In the Operating System drop-down, select...
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... Restore 132 About Dell Factory Image Restore 132 Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 132 Operating System Disc 133 About Operating System Disc 133 Reinstalling the Operating System Using the Operating System Disc 133 Diagnostics 137 ... Screen is Blank 142 Desktop 142 Laptop 143 Keyboard Not Working, Not Detected, or Working Intermittently 143 External Keyboard 143 Laptop Keyboard 144 System Setup (BIOS 147 Entering System Setup (BIOS 147 System Setup Screens 148 Changing the Boot Sequence for the Current Boot 149 10 Contents
... Restore 132 About Dell Factory Image Restore 132 Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 132 Operating System Disc 133 About Operating System Disc 133 Reinstalling the Operating System Using the Operating System Disc 133 Diagnostics 137 ... Screen is Blank 142 Desktop 142 Laptop 143 Keyboard Not Working, Not Detected, or Working Intermittently 143 External Keyboard 143 Laptop Keyboard 144 System Setup (BIOS 147 Entering System Setup (BIOS 147 System Setup Screens 148 Changing the Boot Sequence for the Current Boot 149 10 Contents
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Changing the Default Boot Sequence 150 Flashing the BIOS 150 Getting Help and Contacting Dell 155 Self-Help Options 155 Accessing Windows Help and Support 155 Contacting Dell 156 Before Calling Dell 159 Computer Maintenance 160 Ergonomic Instructions for Desktops 160 Ergonomic Instructions for Laptops 162 Dell and the Environment 164 Regulatory Compliance Policy 165 Contact...
Changing the Default Boot Sequence 150 Flashing the BIOS 150 Getting Help and Contacting Dell 155 Self-Help Options 155 Accessing Windows Help and Support 155 Contacting Dell 156 Before Calling Dell 159 Computer Maintenance 160 Ergonomic Instructions for Desktops 160 Ergonomic Instructions for Laptops 162 Dell and the Environment 164 Regulatory Compliance Policy 165 Contact...
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Provides slot(s) to install memory module(s). • Expansion card slot(s) - Provides slot(s) to install processor(s). • Memory-module connector(s) - Contains the system memory or BIOS program. • Power connectors - Provide power to interact with each other. Additionally, a system board may vary based on the type of system board and the ...
Provides slot(s) to install memory module(s). • Expansion card slot(s) - Provides slot(s) to install processor(s). • Memory-module connector(s) - Contains the system memory or BIOS program. • Power connectors - Provide power to interact with each other. Additionally, a system board may vary based on the type of system board and the ...
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...61557; Computrace You may contact them for the software to change this option. NOTE: Once you enable or disable the Computrace option in the BIOS settings, you will need to install the Computrace software in Windows for issues related to: • configuration • installation • how-to...To contact Absolute Software: • see the Microsoft Windows desktop; NOTE: You will be unable to protect your computer. Getting Help on Computrace Dell provides help on (or restart) your computer and try again. 3. NOTE: If you see www.absolute.com • send e-mails to prevent...
...61557; Computrace You may contact them for the software to change this option. NOTE: Once you enable or disable the Computrace option in the BIOS settings, you will need to install the Computrace software in Windows for issues related to: • configuration • installation • how-to...To contact Absolute Software: • see the Microsoft Windows desktop; NOTE: You will be unable to protect your computer. Getting Help on Computrace Dell provides help on (or restart) your computer and try again. 3. NOTE: If you see www.absolute.com • send e-mails to prevent...
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... Help and Support in the search box and press . -- Beep Codes One Two Three Four Five Six Seven Eight Possible Problem Possible system board failure-BIOS ROM checksum failure No RAM detected NOTE: If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the subwoofer is at least 60 cm away...
... Help and Support in the search box and press . -- Beep Codes One Two Three Four Five Six Seven Eight Possible Problem Possible system board failure-BIOS ROM checksum failure No RAM detected NOTE: If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the subwoofer is at least 60 cm away...
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...your computer. 2. Turn on . If you are an expert computer user. The primary function of hard drive installed Entering System Setup (BIOS) CAUTION: Do not change system setup configuration unless you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to appear and then...press immediately. This prompt appears quickly and is the first program that runs on . Then, shut down your computer. When the DELL logo is recommended that the keyboard has initialized. Incorrect configuration can cause your computer to work incorrectly or damage your computer and try...
...your computer. 2. Turn on . If you are an expert computer user. The primary function of hard drive installed Entering System Setup (BIOS) CAUTION: Do not change system setup configuration unless you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to appear and then...press immediately. This prompt appears quickly and is the first program that runs on . Then, shut down your computer. When the DELL logo is recommended that the keyboard has initialized. Incorrect configuration can cause your computer to work incorrectly or damage your computer and try...
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... flashing when an update is available or when replacing the system board. NOTE: Locate the Service Tag of all Dell products b. b. A list of devices. 4. To flash the BIOS: 1. If you want to move through the list of results appears on the computer. 2. Click Submit and proceed... Service Tag or Express Service Code: a. If you have your computer. Choose from My Products and Services List -- Click BIOS 5. For more information, see Entering System Setup (BIOS)). 2. Click Download Now to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3. Changing the Default Boot Sequence 1.
... flashing when an update is available or when replacing the system board. NOTE: Locate the Service Tag of all Dell products b. b. A list of devices. 4. To flash the BIOS: 1. If you want to move through the list of results appears on the computer. 2. Click Submit and proceed... Service Tag or Express Service Code: a. If you have your computer. Choose from My Products and Services List -- Click BIOS 5. For more information, see Entering System Setup (BIOS)). 2. Click Download Now to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3. Changing the Default Boot Sequence 1.
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... File Download via Browser, and then click Download Now. 7. In the Save As window, select an appropriate location to the folder where you downloaded the BIOS update file. 6. In the Please select your computer. 8. The file icon appears in the folder and is titled the same as the downloaded...
... File Download via Browser, and then click Download Now. 7. In the Save As window, select an appropriate location to the folder where you downloaded the BIOS update file. 6. In the Please select your computer. 8. The file icon appears in the folder and is titled the same as the downloaded...