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Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Before You Begin Battery Keyboard Palm Rest Speakers Power Button Module Memory Module(s) Hard Drive Optical Drive Wireless Mini-Card Internal Module With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Coin-Cell Battery Processor ... damage to change without the written permission of data and tells you make better use of Microsoft Corporation in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Inspiron are either trademarks or registered trademarks of your computer. P07F002; CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either the entities claiming the marks ...
Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Before You Begin Battery Keyboard Palm Rest Speakers Power Button Module Memory Module(s) Hard Drive Optical Drive Wireless Mini-Card Internal Module With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Coin-Cell Battery Processor ... damage to change without the written permission of data and tells you make better use of Microsoft Corporation in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Inspiron are either trademarks or registered trademarks of your computer. P07F002; CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either the entities claiming the marks ...
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... Battery). 3. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Keyboard). Back to Contents Page Memory Module(s) Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Memory Module(s) Replacing the Memory Module(s) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by...
... Battery). 3. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Keyboard). Back to Contents Page Memory Module(s) Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the Memory Module(s) Replacing the Memory Module(s) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by...
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... on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Click Start ® Help and Support® Dell System Information. If you do so may not boot. 1 tab 2 notch 4. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer. As the computer boots, ... Back to the computer. 6. Failure 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. NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may result in damage to Contents Page
... on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Click Start ® Help and Support® Dell System Information. If you do so may not boot. 1 tab 2 notch 4. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer. As the computer boots, ... Back to the computer. 6. Failure 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. NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may result in damage to Contents Page
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...working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. Remove memory module(s) (see Removing the Optical Drive). 8. Remove the optical drive (see Removing the Memory Module(s)). 6. Damage due to servicing that secure the system board to the computer ...3. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Processor Module). 12. Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing the System Board Entering the Service Tag in Before You Begin. 2. Remove ...
...working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. Remove memory module(s) (see Removing the Optical Drive). 8. Remove the optical drive (see Removing the Memory Module(s)). 6. Damage due to servicing that secure the system board to the computer ...3. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Processor Module). 12. Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing the System Board Entering the Service Tag in Before You Begin. 2. Remove ...
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...Bluetooth module (see Replacing the Hard Drive). 12. Replace the hard drive (see Replacing the Bluetooth Module). 9. Replace memory module(s) (see Replacing the Processor Heat Sink). 8. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure...the computer base and place it on the computer. Replace the processor heat sink (see Replacing the Memory Module(s)). 13. Lift the system board assembly off the computer base. Replace the two screws that no.... 17. Enter the service tag (see Replacing the Keyboard). 15. Replacing the System Board 1. 1 screws (2) 2 system board...
...Bluetooth module (see Replacing the Hard Drive). 12. Replace the hard drive (see Replacing the Bluetooth Module). 9. Replace memory module(s) (see Replacing the Processor Heat Sink). 8. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure...the computer base and place it on the computer. Replace the processor heat sink (see Replacing the Memory Module(s)). 13. Lift the system board assembly off the computer base. Replace the two screws that no.... 17. Enter the service tag (see Replacing the Keyboard). 15. Replacing the System Board 1. 1 screws (2) 2 system board...
Inspiron 15 N5030 Setup Guide
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...System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Front View Features 22 Status Lights and Indicators 24 Computer Base Features 26 Touch...Keys 30 Using the Optical Drive 32 Display Features 34 Removing and Replacing the Battery 36 Software Features 38 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 39 Dell Dock 40 Solving Problems 41 Beep Codes 41 Network Problems 42 Power Problems 43 Memory Problems 44 Lockups and Software Problems 45 3
...System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Front View Features 22 Status Lights and Indicators 24 Computer Base Features 26 Touch...Keys 30 Using the Optical Drive 32 Display Features 34 Removing and Replacing the Battery 36 Software Features 38 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 39 Dell Dock 40 Solving Problems 41 Beep Codes 41 Network Problems 42 Power Problems 43 Memory Problems 44 Lockups and Software Problems 45 3
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For more information on the power status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on the memory card. NOTE: Your computer ships with audio programs. 23 Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate the battery charge status. For more information on... the battery status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on page 24. 2 Hard drive activity light - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power status light - Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate the power status. NOTE: The battery is charging when the computer is installed in...
For more information on the power status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on the memory card. NOTE: Your computer ships with audio programs. 23 Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate the battery charge status. For more information on... the battery status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on page 24. 2 Hard drive activity light - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power status light - Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate the power status. NOTE: The battery is charging when the computer is installed in...
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...No RAM detected NOTE: If you cannot solve your computer. INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 47 or "Contacting Dell" on page 70). Chipset error Four RAM read/write failure... Five Real Time Clock failure Six Video card or chip failure Seven Processor failure Eight Display failure 41 If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the memory module is seated ...
...No RAM detected NOTE: If you cannot solve your computer. INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 47 or "Contacting Dell" on page 70). Chipset error Four RAM read/write failure... Five Real Time Clock failure Six Video card or chip failure Seven Processor failure Eight Display failure 41 If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the memory module is seated ...
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...• See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. • Reseat the memory module(s) into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for instructions). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see if that hinders reception on your ... interference by interrupting or blocking other memory problems - • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 51). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 70). Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message - • Save and ...
...• See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. • Reseat the memory module(s) into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for instructions). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see if that hinders reception on your ... interference by interrupting or blocking other memory problems - • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 51). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 70). Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message - • Save and ...
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...utility partition on page 70). 52 Press any key to go to the Choose An Option window. 4. If PSA is displayed "Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. Press any key to start running the tests. e. The PSA will take about 30 minutes or more. Do ... from the Drivers and Utilities disc. d. then, shut down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; NOTE: If you are experiencing memory issues, press , otherwise press . b. If the PSA completes successfully, the following message is not invoked: ...
...utility partition on page 70). 52 Press any key to go to the Choose An Option window. 4. If PSA is displayed "Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. Press any key to start running the tests. e. The PSA will take about 30 minutes or more. Do ... from the Drivers and Utilities disc. d. then, shut down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; NOTE: If you are experiencing memory issues, press , otherwise press . b. If the PSA completes successfully, the following message is not invoked: ...
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...USB 2.0-compliant connectors one 15-hole connector Memory Card Reader Cards supported Secure Digital (SD) memory card Multimedia Card (MMC) Memory Stick 75 Memory Connectors Type Memory module capacities Configurations possible Minimum... Maximum two user-accessible SODIMM connectors 1333 MHz DDR3 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB 1 GB (systems shipped with Ubuntu® operating systems only) 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB, and 6 GB 2 GB (single channel) 6 GB (dual channel) NOTE: For instructions on upgrading memory , see the Service Manual at support.dell...
...USB 2.0-compliant connectors one 15-hole connector Memory Card Reader Cards supported Secure Digital (SD) memory card Multimedia Card (MMC) Memory Stick 75 Memory Connectors Type Memory module capacities Configurations possible Minimum... Maximum two user-accessible SODIMM connectors 1333 MHz DDR3 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB 1 GB (systems shipped with Ubuntu® operating systems only) 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB, and 6 GB 2 GB (single channel) 6 GB (dual channel) NOTE: For instructions on upgrading memory , see the Service Manual at support.dell...
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Specifications Communications Network adapter 10/100 Ethernet LAN on system board 1G Ethernet (optional) Wireless Bluetooth® wireless technology (optional) WLAN a/b/g/n Camera Camera resolution Video resolution 0.3 megapixel 640 x 480 Video Inspiron N5020 Video controller Video memory Inspiron M5030 Video controller Video memory Inspiron N5030 Video controller Video memory Intel HD Graphics up to 1752 MB of shared memory ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD 4250 up to 3067 MB of shared memory Mobile Intel GMA 4500MHD up to 358 MB of shared memory 76
Specifications Communications Network adapter 10/100 Ethernet LAN on system board 1G Ethernet (optional) Wireless Bluetooth® wireless technology (optional) WLAN a/b/g/n Camera Camera resolution Video resolution 0.3 megapixel 640 x 480 Video Inspiron N5020 Video controller Video memory Inspiron M5030 Video controller Video memory Inspiron N5030 Video controller Video memory Intel HD Graphics up to 1752 MB of shared memory ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD 4250 up to 3067 MB of shared memory Mobile Intel GMA 4500MHD up to 358 MB of shared memory 76
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Index H hardware problems diagnosing 50 Hardware Troubleshooter 50 help getting assistance and support 63 I Internet connection 14 ISP Internet Service Provider 14 M memory problems solving 44 N network connection fixing 42 84 P power problems, solving 43 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 41 products information and purchasing 66 R resources, finding more 72 restoring factory image 61 S shipping products for return or repair 67 software features 38 software problems 45 solving problems 41 specifications 74
Index H hardware problems diagnosing 50 Hardware Troubleshooter 50 help getting assistance and support 63 I Internet connection 14 ISP Internet Service Provider 14 M memory problems solving 44 N network connection fixing 42 84 P power problems, solving 43 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 41 products information and purchasing 66 R resources, finding more 72 restoring factory image 61 S shipping products for return or repair 67 software features 38 software problems 45 solving problems 41 specifications 74