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... subject to hardware or loss of your computer. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2009 Dell Inc. March 2009 Rev. Information in trademarks and trade names other countries. Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Technical Overview Before You Begin Computer Cover Support Bracket Front Bezel Memory PCI and PCI Express...
... subject to hardware or loss of your computer. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2009 Dell Inc. March 2009 Rev. Information in trademarks and trade names other countries. Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Technical Overview Before You Begin Computer Cover Support Bracket Front Bezel Memory PCI and PCI Express...
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...You Begin Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Technical Specifications Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Safety Instructions This chapter provides procedures for about 4 seconds to turn off your computer or see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com. ...not automatically turn them evenly aligned to ensure your warranty. For additional safety best practices information, see the Dell Support website at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from potential damage and to ...
...You Begin Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Technical Specifications Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Safety Instructions This chapter provides procedures for about 4 seconds to turn off your computer or see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com. ...not automatically turn them evenly aligned to ensure your warranty. For additional safety best practices information, see the Dell Support website at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from potential damage and to ...
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... a time to release the bezel clamps from the bezel inserts. 5. Follow the procedures in a secure location. Back to Contents Page Front Bezel Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing the Front Bezel Replacing the Front Bezel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with any... bezel clamps into place. 3. Set aside the bezel in Before You Begin. 2. Replacing the Front Bezel 1. Grasp and lift the bezel grips one at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
... a time to release the bezel clamps from the bezel inserts. 5. Follow the procedures in a secure location. Back to Contents Page Front Bezel Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing the Front Bezel Replacing the Front Bezel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with any... bezel clamps into place. 3. Set aside the bezel in Before You Begin. 2. Replacing the Front Bezel 1. Grasp and lift the bezel grips one at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
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... bracket. b. d. Lift the support bracket off the hinge tab. Back to Contents Page Support Bracket Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing the Support Bracket Replacing the Support Bracket WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety ... set it aside in a secure place. 1 support bracket release latch 2 hinge tabs (2) 3 hinges (2) 4 support bracket Inspiron 545s/546s a. Inspiron™ 535s/537s a. b. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover. Push...
... bracket. b. d. Lift the support bracket off the hinge tab. Back to Contents Page Support Bracket Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing the Support Bracket Replacing the Support Bracket WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety ... set it aside in a secure place. 1 support bracket release latch 2 hinge tabs (2) 3 hinges (2) 4 support bracket Inspiron 545s/546s a. Inspiron™ 535s/537s a. b. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover. Push...
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... the Computer Cover.) For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Back to Contents Page PCI and PCI Express Cards Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards Replacing PCI and PCI Express Cards Configuring Your Computer After Removing...
... the Computer Cover.) For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Back to Contents Page PCI and PCI Express Cards Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards Replacing PCI and PCI Express Cards Configuring Your Computer After Removing...
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... used batteries according to remove the battery. Connect your computer and devices to Contents Page Battery Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing the Battery Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information... safety best practices information, see System Board Components). Locate the battery socket (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Ensure that you attempt to touch the system board with the same or equivalent type recommended by breaking circuit...
... used batteries according to remove the battery. Connect your computer and devices to Contents Page Battery Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing the Battery Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information... safety best practices information, see System Board Components). Locate the battery socket (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Ensure that you attempt to touch the system board with the same or equivalent type recommended by breaking circuit...
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... pulling it away from the electrical outlet before removing the cover. CAUTION: Ensure that sufficient space exists to Contents Page Computer Cover Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing the Computer Cover Replacing the Computer Cover WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your... in Before You Begin. 2. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer. Back to support the system with the cover removed-at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
... pulling it away from the electrical outlet before removing the cover. CAUTION: Ensure that sufficient space exists to Contents Page Computer Cover Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing the Computer Cover Replacing the Computer Cover WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your... in Before You Begin. 2. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer. Back to support the system with the cover removed-at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
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... Removing the Computer Cover). WARNING: Do not operate your equipment with your computer. Be sure that it . 5. Back to Contents Page Processor Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing the Processor Replacing the Processor WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with any cover(s) (including...
... Removing the Computer Cover). WARNING: Do not operate your equipment with your computer. Be sure that it . 5. Back to Contents Page Processor Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing the Processor Replacing the Processor WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with any cover(s) (including...
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...a Hard Drive CAUTION: If you are not replacing the hard drive at a later time. 5. Inspiron™ 535s/537s a. Back to Contents Page Drives Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing a Hard Drive Replacing a Hard Drive Removing a Media Card Reader Replacing a Media Card Reader ...can use the data cable to keep, back up . 1 securing tab 2 power cable 3 data cable 4 hard drive 5 shoulder screws (4) Inspiron 545s/546s Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Support Bracket). 4. NOTE: If you are replacing a hard drive that contains data that ...
...a Hard Drive CAUTION: If you are not replacing the hard drive at a later time. 5. Inspiron™ 535s/537s a. Back to Contents Page Drives Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing a Hard Drive Replacing a Hard Drive Removing a Media Card Reader Replacing a Media Card Reader ...can use the data cable to keep, back up . 1 securing tab 2 power cable 3 data cable 4 hard drive 5 shoulder screws (4) Inspiron 545s/546s Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Support Bracket). 4. NOTE: If you are replacing a hard drive that contains data that ...
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... and Heat Sink Assembly CAUTION: The processor fan with your computer. Do not try to cool before removing the cover. Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s a. WARNING: Do not operate your equipment with any cables that are removing the processor fan and heat sink assembly....). 4. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Computer Cover). 3. Back to Contents Page Fans Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly Removing the Chassis Fan...
... and Heat Sink Assembly CAUTION: The processor fan with your computer. Do not try to cool before removing the cover. Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s a. WARNING: Do not operate your equipment with any cables that are removing the processor fan and heat sink assembly....). 4. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Computer Cover). 3. Back to Contents Page Fans Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly Removing the Chassis Fan...
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...clips. 6. Remove the support bracket (see Removing the Front Bezel). 4. Back to Contents Page Front I/O Panel Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing the Front I/O Panel Replacing the Front I/O Panel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety...CAUTION: When sliding the I /O panel clamp slot. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Disconnect all cables as you can re-route them so that are connected to the chassis. 8. Slide the I/O ...
...clips. 6. Remove the support bracket (see Removing the Front Bezel). 4. Back to Contents Page Front I/O Panel Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing the Front I/O Panel Replacing the Front I/O Panel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety...CAUTION: When sliding the I /O panel clamp slot. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Disconnect all cables as you can re-route them so that are connected to the chassis. 8. Slide the I/O ...
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...CAUTION: Do not install ECC memory modules. 4. Align the notch on the system board (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing Memory 1. WARNING: Do not operate your computer. Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory... module is difficult to remove, gently ease the memory module back and forth to Contents Page Memory Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing Memory Replacing Memory Recommended Memory Configuration Setting Up Dual Channel Memory Configuration WARNING: Before working inside...
...CAUTION: Do not install ECC memory modules. 4. Align the notch on the system board (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing Memory 1. WARNING: Do not operate your computer. Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory... module is difficult to remove, gently ease the memory module back and forth to Contents Page Memory Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing Memory Replacing Memory Recommended Memory Configuration Setting Up Dual Channel Memory Configuration WARNING: Before working inside...
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... down on the side of the DC power cables underneath the tabs in Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page Power Supply Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing the Power Supply Replacing the Power Supply WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secure the power...
... down on the side of the DC power cables underneath the tabs in Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page Power Supply Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing the Power Supply Replacing the Power Supply WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secure the power...
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... to make changes to work incorrectly. Turn on the top of the computer. and left-arrow keys to Contents Page System Setup Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Overview Entering System Setup Clearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing CMOS Settings Flashing the BIOS Overview Use System Setup: l To change the system configuration...
... to make changes to work incorrectly. Turn on the top of the computer. and left-arrow keys to Contents Page System Setup Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Overview Entering System Setup Clearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing CMOS Settings Flashing the BIOS Overview Use System Setup: l To change the system configuration...
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... filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed. Note the routing of all cables from the system board. 11. Inspiron 535s/537s 1 screws (6) 2 system board Inspiron 545s/546s WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your equipment with your computer. Remove the processor (see...(see Removing Memory) and document which memory module is replaced. 9. Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing the System Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information...
... filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed. Note the routing of all cables from the system board. 11. Inspiron 535s/537s 1 screws (6) 2 system board Inspiron 545s/546s WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your equipment with your computer. Remove the processor (see...(see Removing Memory) and document which memory module is replaced. 9. Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing the System Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information...
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... the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Back to Contents Page Technical Overview Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Inside View of Your Computer 1 power supply 3 system board 5 media card reader (optional) 2 support bracket 4 optical drive 6 primary hard drive System Board Components Inspiron 535s/537s 1 12 V power connector (ATX12V1) 3 processor fan...
... the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Back to Contents Page Technical Overview Dell™ Inspiron™ 535s/537s/545s/546s Service Manual Inside View of Your Computer 1 power supply 3 system board 5 media card reader (optional) 2 support bracket 4 optical drive 6 primary hard drive System Board Components Inspiron 535s/537s 1 12 V power connector (ATX12V1) 3 processor fan...
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... connected to the wireless router: a. Click Start → Connect To. Follow the instructions on the Dell Support website at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. c. See the Service Manual on the screen to ensure it is lost - Save and close any open files, and exit any..."Using Support Tools" on page 30 or "Contacting Dell" on the computer. • Check your wireless router to complete the setup. 23 WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for advanced service...
... connected to the wireless router: a. Click Start → Connect To. Follow the instructions on the Dell Support website at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. c. See the Service Manual on the screen to ensure it is lost - Save and close any open files, and exit any..."Using Support Tools" on page 30 or "Contacting Dell" on the computer. • Check your wireless router to complete the setup. 23 WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for advanced service...
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... power extension cables to remove and then reinstall the memory modules (for information on removing and replacing memory modules, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). 25 Press a key on the keyboard, move the pointer on the trackpad or a connected mouse, or press the power button to...
... power extension cables to remove and then reinstall the memory modules (for information on removing and replacing memory modules, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). 25 Press a key on the keyboard, move the pointer on the trackpad or a connected mouse, or press the power button to...
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... software documentation for minimum memory requirements. If necessary, install additional memory (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • Reseat the memory modules (see if that hinders reception on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com) to the same electrical outlet. Solving Problems If you are : • Power...
... software documentation for minimum memory requirements. If necessary, install additional memory (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • Reseat the memory modules (see if that hinders reception on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com) to the same electrical outlet. Solving Problems If you are : • Power...
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...you experience other memory problems - • Ensure that you are following the memory installation guidelines (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • Check if the memory module is compatible with the memory. Check the software documentation. Press ... memory supported by your computer, see "Specifications" on page 52. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 34). • Reseat the memory modules (see the Service Manual on CD. 27 If a program stops responding - If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall ...
...you experience other memory problems - • Ensure that you are following the memory installation guidelines (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • Check if the memory module is compatible with the memory. Check the software documentation. Press ... memory supported by your computer, see "Specifications" on page 52. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 34). • Reseat the memory modules (see the Service Manual on CD. 27 If a program stops responding - If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall ...