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and international copyright and intellectual property laws. DellTM and the Dell logo are trademarks of their respective companies. 2015 ‑ 03 Rev. All other jurisdictions. Inspiron 15 7000 Series Views Modes Specifications Copyright © 2015 Dell Inc. in this document may be trademarks of Dell Inc. A00 Regulatory model: P55F | Type: P55F001 Computer model: Inspiron 15-7558 NOTE: The images in the United States and/or...
and international copyright and intellectual property laws. DellTM and the Dell logo are trademarks of their respective companies. 2015 ‑ 03 Rev. All other jurisdictions. Inspiron 15 7000 Series Views Modes Specifications Copyright © 2015 Dell Inc. in this document may be trademarks of Dell Inc. A00 Regulatory model: P55F | Type: P55F001 Computer model: Inspiron 15-7558 NOTE: The images in the United States and/or...
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... enabled device. Provides video and audio output. 4 USB 3.0 port with PowerShare Connect peripherals such as storage devices, printers, and so on . Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps. 6 Headset port Connect a headphone, a microphone, or a headphone and microphone combo (headset). You must connect the power adapter to charge your computer is powered off . Specifications Views Front Left Left 1 2 3 4 56 Right Base Display 1 Security-cable slot Connect...
... enabled device. Provides video and audio output. 4 USB 3.0 port with PowerShare Connect peripherals such as storage devices, printers, and so on . Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps. 6 Headset port Connect a headphone, a microphone, or a headphone and microphone combo (headset). You must connect the power adapter to charge your computer is powered off . Specifications Views Front Left Left 1 2 3 4 56 Right Base Display 1 Security-cable slot Connect...
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Views System information Computer model Processor Chipset Specifications Inspiron 15-7558 • 5th Generation Intel Core i3 • 5th Generation Intel Core i5 • 5th Generation Intel Core i7 Integrated in the processor Dimensions and weight System information Memory Ports and connectors Communications Video Audio Storage Media-card reader Display Keyboard Camera Touch pad Battery Power adapter Computer environment
Views System information Computer model Processor Chipset Specifications Inspiron 15-7558 • 5th Generation Intel Core i3 • 5th Generation Intel Core i5 • 5th Generation Intel Core i7 Integrated in the processor Dimensions and weight System information Memory Ports and connectors Communications Video Audio Storage Media-card reader Display Keyboard Camera Touch pad Battery Power adapter Computer environment
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These keys are used to type alternate characters or to perform secondary functions. NOTE: You can define the primary behavior of shortcut keys". "List of the function keys (F1-F12) by changing Function Key Behavior in BIOS setup program. To perform secondary functions, press Fn and the desired key. Dimensions and weight System information Memory Ports and connectors Communications Video Audio Storage Media-card reader Display Keyboard Camera Touch pad Battery Power adapter Computer environment To type the alternate character, press Shift...
These keys are used to type alternate characters or to perform secondary functions. NOTE: You can define the primary behavior of shortcut keys". "List of the function keys (F1-F12) by changing Function Key Behavior in BIOS setup program. To perform secondary functions, press Fn and the desired key. Dimensions and weight System information Memory Ports and connectors Communications Video Audio Storage Media-card reader Display Keyboard Camera Touch pad Battery Power adapter Computer environment To type the alternate character, press Shift...
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Keyboard Shortcut keys Mute audio Decrease volume Increase volume Play previous track/chapter Play/Pause Play next track/chapter Switch to external display Search Toggle keyboard backlight Decrease brightness Increase brightness Turn off/on wireless Toggle Scroll Lock Toggle Fn-key lock Pause/Break Sleep Page Up Page Down Home End
Keyboard Shortcut keys Mute audio Decrease volume Increase volume Play previous track/chapter Play/Pause Play next track/chapter Switch to external display Search Toggle keyboard backlight Decrease brightness Increase brightness Turn off/on wireless Toggle Scroll Lock Toggle Fn-key lock Pause/Break Sleep Page Up Page Down Home End
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Inspiron 15 7000 Series Service Manual Computer Model: Inspiron 15-7558 Regulatory Model: P55F Regulatory Type: P55F001
Inspiron 15 7000 Series Service Manual Computer Model: Inspiron 15-7558 Regulatory Model: P55F Regulatory Type: P55F001
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Contents Before working inside your computer 8 Before you begin 8 Safety instructions 8 Recommended tools 9 After working inside your computer 11 Removing the base cover 12 Procedure...12 Replacing the base cover 13 Procedure...13 Removing the battery 14 Prerequisites...14 Procedure...14 Replacing the battery 16 Procedure...16 Post-requisites 16 Removing the memory module 17 Prerequisites...17 Procedure...17 Replacing the memory module 19 Procedure...19 Post-requisites 20 3
Contents Before working inside your computer 8 Before you begin 8 Safety instructions 8 Recommended tools 9 After working inside your computer 11 Removing the base cover 12 Procedure...12 Replacing the base cover 13 Procedure...13 Removing the battery 14 Prerequisites...14 Procedure...14 Replacing the battery 16 Procedure...16 Post-requisites 16 Removing the memory module 17 Prerequisites...17 Procedure...17 Replacing the memory module 19 Procedure...19 Post-requisites 20 3
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.... 6 Remove any media card and optical disc from your computer, if applicable. Windows 7: Click or tap Start → Shut down instructions. 3 Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their edges and avoid touching pins and contacts. NOTE: If you are using a different operating system, see the documentation of your operating system for shut-down . Windows 8.1: On the Start screen, click or tap the power icon...
.... 6 Remove any media card and optical disc from your computer, if applicable. Windows 7: Click or tap Start → Shut down instructions. 3 Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their edges and avoid touching pins and contacts. NOTE: If you are using a different operating system, see the documentation of your operating system for shut-down . Windows 8.1: On the Start screen, click or tap the power icon...
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... aligned. CAUTION: You should only perform troubleshooting and repairs as the metal at dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Before working inside the computer, replace all power sources before opening the computer cover or panels. Damage due to dissipate static electricity, which could harm internal components. When connecting cables, ensure that the work , periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to servicing that shipped with your computer and...
... aligned. CAUTION: You should only perform troubleshooting and repairs as the metal at dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Before working inside the computer, replace all power sources before opening the computer cover or panels. Damage due to dissipate static electricity, which could harm internal components. When connecting cables, ensure that the work , periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to servicing that shipped with your computer and...
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After working inside your computer CAUTION: Leaving stray or loose screws inside your computer may severely damage your computer. 1 Replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside your computer. 2 Connect any external devices, peripherals, and cables you removed before working on your computer. 3 Replace any media cards, discs, and any other parts that you removed before working on your computer. 4 Connect your computer and all attached devices to their electrical outlets. 5 Turn on your computer. 11
After working inside your computer CAUTION: Leaving stray or loose screws inside your computer may severely damage your computer. 1 Replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside your computer. 2 Connect any external devices, peripherals, and cables you removed before working on your computer. 3 Replace any media cards, discs, and any other parts that you removed before working on your computer. 4 Connect your computer and all attached devices to their electrical outlets. 5 Turn on your computer. 11
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... each end of the memory-module slot until the memory module pops up. 17 Removing the memory module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the instructions in Before working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. 2 Remove the battery.
... each end of the memory-module slot until the memory module pops up. 17 Removing the memory module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the instructions in Before working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. 2 Remove the battery.
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2 Remove the memory module from the memory-module slot. 1 memory-module slot 3 memory module 2 securing clips (2) 18
2 Remove the memory module from the memory-module slot. 1 memory-module slot 3 memory module 2 securing clips (2) 18
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2 Slide the memory module firmly into place. NOTE: If you do not hear the click, remove the memory module and reinstall it clicks into the slot at an angle and press the memory module down until it . 1 tab 3 memory-module slot Post-requisites 1 Replace the battery. 2 Replace the base cover. 2 notch 4 memory module 20
2 Slide the memory module firmly into place. NOTE: If you do not hear the click, remove the memory module and reinstall it clicks into the slot at an angle and press the memory module down until it . 1 tab 3 memory-module slot Post-requisites 1 Replace the battery. 2 Replace the base cover. 2 notch 4 memory module 20
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...-cell battery resets the BIOS setup program's settings to default. It is recommended that shipped with your computer and follow the instructions in Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the steps in After working inside your computer. Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. 2 Remove the battery. Procedure Using a plastic scribe, gently pry the coin-cell battery out of the battery socket on the I/O board...
...-cell battery resets the BIOS setup program's settings to default. It is recommended that shipped with your computer and follow the instructions in Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the steps in After working inside your computer. Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. 2 Remove the battery. Procedure Using a plastic scribe, gently pry the coin-cell battery out of the battery socket on the I/O board...
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... at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. 2 Remove the battery. 3 Remove the memory module. 4 Remove the fan. 5 Remove the heat sink. You must enter the Service Tag in the BIOS setup program after you have made to the system board. 5 Lift the latches and disconnect the Windows-button board cable and keyboard-backlight cable from the system board. 4 Peel off the tape that secures the Windows-button board cable to the BIOS using the BIOS setup program. After working inside...
... at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. 2 Remove the battery. 3 Remove the memory module. 4 Remove the fan. 5 Remove the heat sink. You must enter the Service Tag in the BIOS setup program after you have made to the system board. 5 Lift the latches and disconnect the Windows-button board cable and keyboard-backlight cable from the system board. 4 Peel off the tape that secures the Windows-button board cable to the BIOS using the BIOS setup program. After working inside...
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... system board. 5 Slide the touch-pad cable and keyboard-backlight cable into the system- You must enter the Service Tag in Before working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. board connectors and press down on the latches to secure the cable. 6 Connect the hard-drive cable, power-adapter port cable, and speaker cable to the system board. 7 Slide the Windows-button board cable into...
... system board. 5 Slide the touch-pad cable and keyboard-backlight cable into the system- You must enter the Service Tag in Before working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. board connectors and press down on the latches to secure the cable. 6 Connect the hard-drive cable, power-adapter port cable, and speaker cable to the system board. 7 Slide the Windows-button board cable into...
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Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. 2 Remove the battery. 3 Remove the memory module. 4 Remove the wireless card. 5 Remove the coin-cell battery. 6 Follow the procedure from the keyboard daughter-board. 2 Remove the screws that shipped with your computer and follow the instructions in After working inside your computer. Removing the keyboard WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secure the keyboard assembly to step 4 in Before working inside your computer...
Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. 2 Remove the battery. 3 Remove the memory module. 4 Remove the wireless card. 5 Remove the coin-cell battery. 6 Follow the procedure from the keyboard daughter-board. 2 Remove the screws that shipped with your computer and follow the instructions in After working inside your computer. Removing the keyboard WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secure the keyboard assembly to step 4 in Before working inside your computer...
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... home page at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure After performing the steps in "Removing the hard drive". 7 Remove the keyboard daughter-board. 8 Remove the touch pad. 9 Remove the fan. 10 Remove the heat sink. 11 Remove the I/O board. 12 Remove the power and volume-buttons board. 13 Remove the speakers. 14 Remove the display assembly. 15 Remove the power-adapter port. 16 Remove the system board. 17 Remove the keyboard. Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. 2 Remove the battery. 3 Remove the memory module. 4 Remove the wireless card. 5 Remove the coin-cell battery. 6 Follow the...
... home page at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure After performing the steps in "Removing the hard drive". 7 Remove the keyboard daughter-board. 8 Remove the touch pad. 9 Remove the fan. 10 Remove the heat sink. 11 Remove the I/O board. 12 Remove the power and volume-buttons board. 13 Remove the speakers. 14 Remove the display assembly. 15 Remove the power-adapter port. 16 Remove the system board. 17 Remove the keyboard. Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. 2 Remove the battery. 3 Remove the memory module. 4 Remove the wireless card. 5 Remove the coin-cell battery. 6 Follow the...
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... Drivers & downloads. 5 Scroll down the page and select BIOS from the Category drop-down list. Flashing the BIOS You may need to flash (update) the BIOS when an update is complete, navigate to the folder where you saved the BIOS update file. 9 Double-click the BIOS update file icon and follow the instructions on the screen. 81 To flash the BIOS: 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Go to dell.com/support. 3 Click Product Support, enter the Service...
... Drivers & downloads. 5 Scroll down the page and select BIOS from the Category drop-down list. Flashing the BIOS You may need to flash (update) the BIOS when an update is complete, navigate to the folder where you saved the BIOS update file. 9 Double-click the BIOS update file icon and follow the instructions on the screen. 81 To flash the BIOS: 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Go to dell.com/support. 3 Click Product Support, enter the Service...
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.... services Troubleshooting information, user manuals, setup instructions, product specifications, technical help blogs, drivers, software updates, and so on . Learn about Microsoft Windows 8.1 See dell.com/windows8. See Me and My Dell at dell.com/ support/manuals. Information about Microsoft Windows 7 Click Start → All Programs → Dell Help Documentation. Information about your operating system, setting up and using these online self-help resources: Self-Help Information Accessing Windows Help Self-Help Options Windows 8.1-Open the Search charm, type...
.... services Troubleshooting information, user manuals, setup instructions, product specifications, technical help blogs, drivers, software updates, and so on . Learn about Microsoft Windows 8.1 See dell.com/windows8. See Me and My Dell at dell.com/ support/manuals. Information about Microsoft Windows 7 Click Start → All Programs → Dell Help Documentation. Information about your operating system, setting up and using these online self-help resources: Self-Help Information Accessing Windows Help Self-Help Options Windows 8.1-Open the Search charm, type...