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Contents 1 Before You Begin 9 Recommended Tools 9 Turning Off Your Computer 9 Before Working Inside Your Computer 10 2 Battery 13 Removing the Battery 13 Replacing the Battery 14 3 Keyboard 15 Removing the Keyboard 15 Replacing the Keyboard 17 4 Memory Module(s 19 Removing the Memory Module(s 19 Replacing the Memory Module(s 20 5 Optical Drive 23 Removing the Optical Drive 23 Contents 3
Contents 1 Before You Begin 9 Recommended Tools 9 Turning Off Your Computer 9 Before Working Inside Your Computer 10 2 Battery 13 Removing the Battery 13 Replacing the Battery 14 3 Keyboard 15 Removing the Keyboard 15 Replacing the Keyboard 17 4 Memory Module(s 19 Removing the Memory Module(s 19 Replacing the Memory Module(s 20 5 Optical Drive 23 Removing the Optical Drive 23 Contents 3
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11 USB Board 43 Removing the USB Board 43 Replacing the USB Board 44 12 Thermal Cooling Assembly 45 Removing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 45 Replacing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 46 13 Processor Module (For Inspiron 15-N5050/15-N5040 Only 47 Removing the Processor Module 47 Replacing the Processor Module 48 14 Hinge Cover 51 Removing the Hinge Cover 51 Replacing the Hinge Cover 53 15 Display 55 Display Assembly 55 Removing the Display Assembly 55 Replacing the Display Assembly 58 Display Bezel 59 Removing the Display Bezel 59 Replacing the Display Bezel 60 Contents 5
11 USB Board 43 Removing the USB Board 43 Replacing the USB Board 44 12 Thermal Cooling Assembly 45 Removing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 45 Replacing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 46 13 Processor Module (For Inspiron 15-N5050/15-N5040 Only 47 Removing the Processor Module 47 Replacing the Processor Module 48 14 Hinge Cover 51 Removing the Hinge Cover 51 Replacing the Hinge Cover 53 15 Display 55 Display Assembly 55 Removing the Display Assembly 55 Replacing the Display Assembly 58 Display Bezel 59 Removing the Display Bezel 59 Replacing the Display Bezel 60 Contents 5
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Removing the Display Panel 60 Replacing the Display Panel 63 16 Camera Module 65 Removing the Camera Module 65 Replacing the Camera Module 66 17 System Board 67 Removing the System Board 67 Replacing the System Board 69 Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 70 18 Flashing the BIOS 71 6 Contents
Removing the Display Panel 60 Replacing the Display Panel 63 16 Camera Module 65 Removing the Camera Module 65 Replacing the Camera Module 66 17 System Board 67 Removing the System Board 67 Replacing the System Board 69 Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 70 18 Flashing the BIOS 71 6 Contents
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... on the cable itself. Also, before you connect a cable, ensure that both connectors are disconnecting this type of cable, press in -1 media card reader. 5 Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from being scratched. 2 Turn off your computer. WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with locking tabs; CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your own...
... on the cable itself. Also, before you connect a cable, ensure that both connectors are disconnecting this type of cable, press in -1 media card reader. 5 Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from being scratched. 2 Turn off your computer. WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with locking tabs; CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your own...
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6 Disconnect all attached devices from your computer. See "Removing the Battery" on page 13. 8 Turn the computer top-side up, open the display, and press the power button to the system board, remove the main battery, see "Removing the Battery" on page 13, before working inside the computer. 7 Remove the battery. Before You Begin 11 CAUTION: To help prevent damage to ground the system board.
6 Disconnect all attached devices from your computer. See "Removing the Battery" on page 13. 8 Turn the computer top-side up, open the display, and press the power button to the system board, remove the main battery, see "Removing the Battery" on page 13, before working inside the computer. 7 Remove the battery. Before You Begin 11 CAUTION: To help prevent damage to ground the system board.
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... keyboard to replace. Keyboard 15 Removing the Keyboard 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to servicing that shipped with your warranty. See "Removing the Battery" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on page 13, before working inside the computer. Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard. 3 Turn the computer over and open...
... keyboard to replace. Keyboard 15 Removing the Keyboard 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to servicing that shipped with your warranty. See "Removing the Battery" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on page 13, before working inside the computer. Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard. 3 Turn the computer over and open...
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... additional safety best practices information, see "Removing the Battery" on your computer. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com/manuals for information on page 15. See "Removing the Keyboard" on the type of the computer. You can be accessed from the memory-module connector. See the Specifications at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
... additional safety best practices information, see "Removing the Battery" on your computer. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com/manuals for information on page 15. See "Removing the Keyboard" on the type of the computer. You can be accessed from the memory-module connector. See the Specifications at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
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... memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot. 20 Memory If you install a memory module in the connector labeled "DIMM B." 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the notch in the memory module with the tab in the memory-module connector. 3 Slide the memory module firmly into place. 1 3 2 1 memory-module connector 2 securing clips (2) 3 memory module Replacing the Memory Module(s) CAUTION: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module...
... memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot. 20 Memory If you install a memory module in the connector labeled "DIMM B." 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the notch in the memory module with the tab in the memory-module connector. 3 Slide the memory module firmly into place. 1 3 2 1 memory-module connector 2 securing clips (2) 3 memory module Replacing the Memory Module(s) CAUTION: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module...
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... compatibility or provide support for Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN)/Bluetooth combo card. If you ordered a wireless Mini-Card with your computer. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer, the card is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on page 15. 4 Disconnect the antenna cables from sources other than Dell. Removing the Mini-Card 1 Follow the instructions in "Before...
... compatibility or provide support for Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN)/Bluetooth combo card. If you ordered a wireless Mini-Card with your computer. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer, the card is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on page 15. 4 Disconnect the antenna cables from sources other than Dell. Removing the Mini-Card 1 Follow the instructions in "Before...
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... the Mini-Card, never place cables under the card. 3 Insert the Mini-Card connector at a 45-degree angle into place. Replacing the Mini-Card 1 Follow the instructions in protective antistatic packaging. If you may damage the connector. If you use excessive force, you feel resistance, check the connectors on the card and on the system-board. Wireless Mini-Card 27 CAUTION: Use firm...
... the Mini-Card, never place cables under the card. 3 Insert the Mini-Card connector at a 45-degree angle into place. Replacing the Mini-Card 1 Follow the instructions in protective antistatic packaging. If you may damage the connector. If you use excessive force, you feel resistance, check the connectors on the card and on the system-board. Wireless Mini-Card 27 CAUTION: Use firm...
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... "Replacing the Keyboard" on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that secures the Mini-Card to the system board. 5 Connect the appropriate antenna cables to the computer. 8 Install the drivers and utilities for the Mini-Cards supported by your computer, as required. CAUTION: Before turning on page 17. 7 Replace the battery. Connectors on page 14. 4 Press the other than Dell, you must install the appropriate drivers and utilities...
... "Replacing the Keyboard" on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that secures the Mini-Card to the system board. 5 Connect the appropriate antenna cables to the computer. 8 Install the drivers and utilities for the Mini-Cards supported by your computer, as required. CAUTION: Before turning on page 17. 7 Replace the battery. Connectors on page 14. 4 Press the other than Dell, you must install the appropriate drivers and utilities...
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...). 9 Hard Drive 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 page 13, before removing the hard-drive assembly. Damage due to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery, see "Removing...
...). 9 Hard Drive 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 page 13, before removing the hard-drive assembly. Damage due to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery, see "Removing...
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.... 7 Replace the battery. Hard Drive 39 Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive. 3 Place the hard drive on the computer base. 4 Push the hard drive towards the left to connect it to the connector on the system board. 5 Follow the instructions from its packaging. CAUTION: Before turning on page 14. 1 1 hard drive Replacing the Hard Drive 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the new hard drive...
.... 7 Replace the battery. Hard Drive 39 Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive. 3 Place the hard drive on the computer base. 4 Push the hard drive towards the left to connect it to the connector on the system board. 5 Follow the instructions from its packaging. CAUTION: Before turning on page 14. 1 1 hard drive Replacing the Hard Drive 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the new hard drive...
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... by Dell is not covered by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts. Damage due to servicing that shipped with your computer). The oils in your computer. CAUTION: Handle components and cards by your warranty. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your skin can reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal pads. See "Removing...
... by Dell is not covered by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts. Damage due to servicing that shipped with your computer). The oils in your computer. CAUTION: Handle components and cards by your warranty. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your skin can reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal pads. See "Removing...
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Be careful not to illustrate proper installation is shipped. 48 Processor Module (For Inspiron 15-N5050/15-N5040 Only) CAUTION: When removing the processor module, pull the module straight up. NOTE: If you install a new processor, a new thermal-cooling assembly including an affixed thermal pad or a new thermal pad along with documentation to bend the pins on the processor module. 6 Lift the processor module from the ZIF socket. 3 1 2 1 processor module 3 ZIF-socket cam screw 2 ZIF socket Replacing the Processor Module 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
Be careful not to illustrate proper installation is shipped. 48 Processor Module (For Inspiron 15-N5050/15-N5040 Only) CAUTION: When removing the processor module, pull the module straight up. NOTE: If you install a new processor, a new thermal-cooling assembly including an affixed thermal pad or a new thermal pad along with documentation to bend the pins on the processor module. 6 Lift the processor module from the ZIF socket. 3 1 2 1 processor module 3 ZIF-socket cam screw 2 ZIF socket Replacing the Processor Module 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
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.... See "Replacing the Battery" on the computer, replace all four corners are higher than the others, the module is not seated properly. Processor Module (For Inspiron 15-N5050/15-N5040 Only) 49 When the processor module is properly seated, all screws and ensure that aligns with the pin-1 corner of the module are aligned at the same height. CAUTION: Before turning on...
.... See "Replacing the Battery" on the computer, replace all four corners are higher than the others, the module is not seated properly. Processor Module (For Inspiron 15-N5050/15-N5040 Only) 49 When the processor module is properly seated, all screws and ensure that aligns with the pin-1 corner of the module are aligned at the same height. CAUTION: Before turning on...
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Hinge Cover 53 1 hinge cover Replacing the Hinge Cover 1 Follow the instructions in damage to the computer. Failure to the computer base. 5 Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that secures the hinge cover to do so may result in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the tabs on the hinge cover with the slots on the computer base and snap the hinge cover into place. 3 Turn the computer over. 4 Replace the screw that no stray screws remain inside the computer. CAUTION: Before turning on page 14.
Hinge Cover 53 1 hinge cover Replacing the Hinge Cover 1 Follow the instructions in damage to the computer. Failure to the computer base. 5 Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that secures the hinge cover to do so may result in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the tabs on the hinge cover with the slots on the computer base and snap the hinge cover into place. 3 Turn the computer over. 4 Replace the screw that no stray screws remain inside the computer. CAUTION: Before turning on page 14.
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... yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your computer). See "Removing the Battery" on page 13. 3 Follow the instructions from step 3 to step 8 in "Before You Begin" on page 13, before working inside the computer. See "Removing the Display Bezel" on page 59. 7 Disconnect the camera cable from the display cover. Camera Module 65 CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your...
... yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your computer). See "Removing the Battery" on page 13. 3 Follow the instructions from step 3 to step 8 in "Before You Begin" on page 13, before working inside the computer. See "Removing the Display Bezel" on page 59. 7 Disconnect the camera cable from the display cover. Camera Module 65 CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your...
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... instructions in "Removing the Hard Drive" on page 13, before working inside the computer. System Board 67 CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on page 15. 5 Remove the memory module(s). 17 System Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your computer). CAUTION: To help prevent damage to step 8 in -1 media card reader. 3 Remove the battery...
... instructions in "Removing the Hard Drive" on page 13, before working inside the computer. System Board 67 CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on page 15. 5 Remove the memory module(s). 17 System Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your computer). CAUTION: To help prevent damage to step 8 in -1 media card reader. 3 Remove the battery...
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... Board Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 1 Ensure that the AC adapter is installed properly. 2 Turn on page 32. 10 Replace the optical drive. See "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 20. 12 Replace the keyboard. See "Entering the Service Tag in "Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly" on the computer. 3 Press during POST to enter the system setup program. 4 Navigate to the security tab and enter the service tag in -1 media card reader...
... Board Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 1 Ensure that the AC adapter is installed properly. 2 Turn on page 32. 10 Replace the optical drive. See "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 20. 12 Replace the keyboard. See "Entering the Service Tag in "Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly" on the computer. 3 Press during POST to enter the system setup program. 4 Navigate to the security tab and enter the service tag in -1 media card reader...