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... trademarks and trade names may be used by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. is subject to change without the written permission of Dell Inc.; Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Before You Begin Battery Base Cover Memory Module(s) Optical Drive Keyboard Palm Rest Wireless Mini-Card Media Card Reader Board Hard Drive Display Camera Module Internal Module With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Middle Cover VGA Connector Board System Board Coin-Cell Battery Processor Heat Sink Processor Module Speakers I/O Board Flashing the BIOS Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE...
... trademarks and trade names may be used by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. is subject to change without the written permission of Dell Inc.; Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Before You Begin Battery Base Cover Memory Module(s) Optical Drive Keyboard Palm Rest Wireless Mini-Card Media Card Reader Board Hard Drive Display Camera Module Internal Module With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Middle Cover VGA Connector Board System Board Coin-Cell Battery Processor Heat Sink Processor Module Speakers I/O Board Flashing the BIOS Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE...
Service Manual
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... apart, keep them evenly aligned to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer This manual provides instructions for removing and installing components in your own personal safety. Do not touch the components or contacts on the cable itself. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on the locking...
... apart, keep them evenly aligned to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer This manual provides instructions for removing and installing components in your own personal safety. Do not touch the components or contacts on the cable itself. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on the locking...
Service Manual
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... Service Manual Removing the Bluetooth Module Replacing the Bluetooth Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer. Damage due to servicing that shipped with your computer. If you ordered a card with Bluetooth wireless technology with the connector on your warranty. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Align the connector on the Bluetooth module with your computer, it is not covered by Dell™ is already installed. Remove the battery (see Removing the Optical Drive). 6. Remove...
... Service Manual Removing the Bluetooth Module Replacing the Bluetooth Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer. Damage due to servicing that shipped with your computer. If you ordered a card with Bluetooth wireless technology with the connector on your warranty. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Align the connector on the Bluetooth module with your computer, it is not covered by Dell™ is already installed. Remove the battery (see Removing the Optical Drive). 6. Remove...
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Damage due to servicing that secures the camera module to the display cover. 12. Remove the battery (see Removing the Keyboard). 7. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Battery). 3. Remove the palm rest (see Removing the Memory Module(s)). 5. Peel off the display cover. 1 latches (2) 2 camera module 3 metallic tape Remove the camera module from the latches that shipped with your computer. Back to Contents Page Camera Module Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Camera Module Replacing the Camera Module WARNING: Before working inside your ...
Damage due to servicing that secures the camera module to the display cover. 12. Remove the battery (see Removing the Keyboard). 7. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Battery). 3. Remove the palm rest (see Removing the Memory Module(s)). 5. Peel off the display cover. 1 latches (2) 2 camera module 3 metallic tape Remove the camera module from the latches that shipped with your computer. Back to Contents Page Camera Module Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Camera Module Replacing the Camera Module WARNING: Before working inside your ...
Service Manual
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..., ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your computer. Disconnect the Media Card Reader board cable from the connector on your computer. Remove the base cover (see Removing the Battery). 3. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page Media Card Reader Board Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Media Card Reader Board Replacing the Media Card Reader Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer...
..., ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your computer. Disconnect the Media Card Reader board cable from the connector on your computer. Remove the base cover (see Removing the Battery). 3. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page Media Card Reader Board Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Media Card Reader Board Replacing the Media Card Reader Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer...
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...; Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Display Assembly Display Bezel Display Panel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on your computer. Disconnect the Mini-Card antenna cables from the routing guide. 11. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Battery...
...; Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Display Assembly Display Bezel Display Panel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on your computer. Disconnect the Mini-Card antenna cables from the routing guide. 11. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Battery...
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... (see Removing the Optical Drive). 6. Remove the optical drive (see Removing the Palm Rest). Follow the instructions in Sleep state. Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secure the hard-drive assembly. NOTE: If you remove the hard drive from a source other than Dell, you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on...
... (see Removing the Optical Drive). 6. Remove the optical drive (see Removing the Palm Rest). Follow the instructions in Sleep state. Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secure the hard-drive assembly. NOTE: If you remove the hard drive from a source other than Dell, you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on...
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... accessed from the bottom of memory supported by your computer). Your computer has two user-accessible SO-DIMM connectors, labeled DIMM A and DIMM B, that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by your Setup Guide for information on your computer warranty. Removing the Memory Module(s) 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Battery). 3. See "Specifications...
... accessed from the bottom of memory supported by your computer). Your computer has two user-accessible SO-DIMM connectors, labeled DIMM A and DIMM B, that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by your Setup Guide for information on your computer warranty. Removing the Memory Module(s) 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Battery). 3. See "Specifications...
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... cover (see Replacing the Battery), or connect the AC adapter to do not hear the click, remove the memory module and reinstall it detects the memory module(s) and automatically updates the system configuration information. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Base Cover). 5. Click Start ® Control Panel® System and Security® System. 2. As the computer boots, it . To confirm the amount of memory installed in the memory-module...
... cover (see Replacing the Battery), or connect the AC adapter to do not hear the click, remove the memory module and reinstall it detects the memory module(s) and automatically updates the system configuration information. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Base Cover). 5. Click Start ® Control Panel® System and Security® System. 2. As the computer boots, it . To confirm the amount of memory installed in the memory-module...
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... Contents Page Middle Cover Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Middle Cover Replacing the Middle Cover WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. Turn the computer over and remove the two rubber caps that secure the middle cover to the computer base. 12. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your...
... Contents Page Middle Cover Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Middle Cover Replacing the Middle Cover WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. Turn the computer over and remove the two rubber caps that secure the middle cover to the computer base. 12. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your...
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... to Contents Page Wireless Mini-Card Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Mini-Card Replacing the Mini-Card WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to avoid bending any connector pins. Your computer supports one half Mini-Card slot: l One half Mini-Card slot - if you connect a cable, ensure that is...
... to Contents Page Wireless Mini-Card Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Mini-Card Replacing the Mini-Card WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to avoid bending any connector pins. Your computer supports one half Mini-Card slot: l One half Mini-Card slot - if you connect a cable, ensure that is...
Setup Guide
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... 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 18 Install Software Using Dell Digital Delivery 22 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 24 Right View Features 24 Left View Features 26 Back View Features 28 Front View Features 29 Status Lights and Indicators 30 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 32 Touch Pad...
... 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 18 Install Software Using Dell Digital Delivery 22 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 24 Right View Features 24 Left View Features 26 Back View Features 28 Front View Features 29 Status Lights and Indicators 30 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 32 Touch Pad...
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Contents Solving Problems 47 Beep Codes 47 Network Problems 48 Power Problems 49 Memory Problems 50 Lockups and Software Problems 50 Using Support Tools 53 Dell Support Center 53 My Dell Downloads 54 System Messages 55 Hardware Troubleshooter 57 Dell Diagnostics 58 Restoring Your Operating System 62 System Restore 63 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 64 System Recovery Media 66 Dell Factory Image Restore 67 Getting Help 69 Technical Support and Customer Service 70 DellConnect 70 Online Services 71 Automated Order-Status Service 72 Product...
Contents Solving Problems 47 Beep Codes 47 Network Problems 48 Power Problems 49 Memory Problems 50 Lockups and Software Problems 50 Using Support Tools 53 Dell Support Center 53 My Dell Downloads 54 System Messages 55 Hardware Troubleshooter 57 Dell Diagnostics 58 Restoring Your Operating System 62 System Restore 63 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 64 System Recovery Media 66 Dell Factory Image Restore 67 Getting Help 69 Technical Support and Customer Service 70 DellConnect 70 Online Services 71 Automated Order-Status Service 72 Product...
Setup Guide
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... Connect to the wireless display after the Bluetooth device is paired. To restore the wireless display, reconnect to Existing Adapter. Click the Intel Wireless Display icon on the desktop. NOTE: For more information about wireless display, see the wireless display adapter documentation. NOTE: To download and install the latest driver for "Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager," go to support.dell.com/support/downloads. NOTE: The wireless display may get disconnected when you pair your computer with a Bluetooth device. To enable wireless display: 1. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop...
... Connect to the wireless display after the Bluetooth device is paired. To restore the wireless display, reconnect to Existing Adapter. Click the Intel Wireless Display icon on the desktop. NOTE: For more information about wireless display, see the wireless display adapter documentation. NOTE: To download and install the latest driver for "Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager," go to support.dell.com/support/downloads. NOTE: The wireless display may get disconnected when you pair your computer with a Bluetooth device. To enable wireless display: 1. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop...
Setup Guide
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... application launches automatically when you connect to the Internet after restarting your hardware configuration, and then downloads and installs the software you purchased may not be available in the notification area of the software as the software can also postpone downloads to create a backup media of your software. To launch the Dell Digital Delivery application, click Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Digital Delivery or double...
... application launches automatically when you connect to the Internet after restarting your hardware configuration, and then downloads and installs the software you purchased may not be available in the notification area of the software as the software can also postpone downloads to create a backup media of your software. To launch the Dell Digital Delivery application, click Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Digital Delivery or double...
Setup Guide
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... failure Eight Display failure 47 INSPIRON Beep Code Possible Problem One Possible system board failure - If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the memory module is seated properly. Three Possible system board failure - Write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 53 or "Contacting Dell" on page 76). BIOS ROM checksum...
... failure Eight Display failure 47 INSPIRON Beep Code Possible Problem One Possible system board failure - If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the memory module is seated properly. Three Possible system board failure - Write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 53 or "Contacting Dell" on page 76). BIOS ROM checksum...
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... program: 1. NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on page 76). Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - Click Applications. 3. Click End Task. If a program stops responding - Check the software documentation. 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 Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals.) • If...
... program: 1. NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on page 76). Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - Click Applications. 3. Click End Task. If a program stops responding - Check the software documentation. 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 Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals.) • If...
Setup Guide
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... long and the operating system logo appears, continue to test displays in "Lockups and Software Problems" on Dell computers. Ensure that the device that is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on (or restart) your computer. 3. Press during POST (Power On Self Test) to be working properly. 2. Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is known to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility. Turn on your hard drive. This may...
... long and the operating system logo appears, continue to test displays in "Lockups and Software Problems" on Dell computers. Ensure that the device that is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on (or restart) your computer. 3. Press during POST (Power On Self Test) to be working properly. 2. Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is known to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility. Turn on your hard drive. This may...
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... Phenom II Quad-Core 80 For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. INSPIRON Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region. For more information, see support.dell.com/manuals.
... Phenom II Quad-Core 80 For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. INSPIRON Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region. For more information, see support.dell.com/manuals.
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Index A airflow, allowing 5 B backup and recovery 45 battery status light 29 C calling Dell 74 CDs, playing and creating 45 computer capabilities 44 computer, setting up 5 connect(ing) to the Internet 18 Contacting Dell online 76 customer service 70 D DataSafe Local Backup 64 DellConnect 70 Dell Diagnostics 58 Dell Digital Delivery install software 22 Dell Factory Image Restore 67 Dell Support Center 53 Diagnostic Checklist 75 drivers and downloads 79 DVDs, playing and creating 45 E email addresses for technical support 71 89 INSPIRON
Index A airflow, allowing 5 B backup and recovery 45 battery status light 29 C calling Dell 74 CDs, playing and creating 45 computer capabilities 44 computer, setting up 5 connect(ing) to the Internet 18 Contacting Dell online 76 customer service 70 D DataSafe Local Backup 64 DellConnect 70 Dell Diagnostics 58 Dell Digital Delivery install software 22 Dell Factory Image Restore 67 Dell Support Center 53 Diagnostic Checklist 75 drivers and downloads 79 DVDs, playing and creating 45 E email addresses for technical support 71 89 INSPIRON