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... 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... Base and Keyboard Features 32 Touch Pad Gestures 34 Multimedia Control Keys 36 Using the Optical Drive 38 Display Features 40 Removing and Replacing the Battery 42 Software Features 44 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 45...
... 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... Base and Keyboard Features 32 Touch Pad Gestures 34 Multimedia Control Keys 36 Using the Optical Drive 38 Display Features 40 Removing and Replacing the Battery 42 Software Features 44 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 45...
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...Identity Module (SIM) card on your computer allows you to connect to access the Internet. Turn on your computer. Remove the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 42). 5. Check your cellular service provider. To access the Internet you are using an EVDO card to the ... SIM card. 12 Turn off your computer unusable and you will need a service technician to see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 42). 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) CAUTION: Do not insert a SIM card into the SIM card slot. 4. Doing...
...Identity Module (SIM) card on your computer allows you to connect to access the Internet. Turn on your computer. Remove the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 42). 5. Check your cellular service provider. To access the Internet you are using an EVDO card to the ... SIM card. 12 Turn off your computer unusable and you will need a service technician to see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 42). 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) CAUTION: Do not insert a SIM card into the SIM card slot. 4. Doing...
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Connects to the AC adapter to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 3 VGA connector - Connect to power the computer and charge the battery. 2 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Connects to a monitor or projector. 28 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Back View Features 12 3 1 AC adapter connector -
Connects to the AC adapter to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 3 VGA connector - Connect to power the computer and charge the battery. 2 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Connects to a monitor or projector. 28 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Back View Features 12 3 1 AC adapter connector -
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... charging when the computer is on when the computer reads or writes data. For more information on the battery status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on page 30. For more information on the power indicator light, see "Status Lights... the hard drive activity light is powered using the AC adapter. 4 Microphone - Front View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop 123 4 1 Power indicator light - A solid white light indicates hard drive activity. Turns on . 3 Battery status light - Provides quality sound for video conferencing and voice recording. 29 Indicates the...
... charging when the computer is on when the computer reads or writes data. For more information on the battery status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on page 30. For more information on the power indicator light, see "Status Lights... the hard drive activity light is powered using the AC adapter. 4 Microphone - Front View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop 123 4 1 Power indicator light - A solid white light indicates hard drive activity. Turns on . 3 Battery status light - Provides quality sound for video conferencing and voice recording. 29 Indicates the...
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Battery Status Light AC adapter Battery Indicator light status solid white off solid amber off Computer state(s) on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby on/standby/off/ hibernate off/hibernate Battery charge level 98% 10%
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Battery Status Light AC adapter Battery Indicator light status solid white off solid amber off Computer state(s) on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby on/standby/off/ hibernate off/hibernate Battery charge level 98% 10%
Setup Guide
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.... 3. This computer should only use batteries from Dell. Turn off the computer and turn it clicks into the battery bay until it over. 2. Align the tabs on the battery with your computer. To remove the battery: 1. To replace the battery: 1. Slide and lift the battery out of fire or explosion. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the...
.... 3. This computer should only use batteries from Dell. Turn off the computer and turn it clicks into the battery bay until it over. 2. Align the tabs on the battery with your computer. To remove the battery: 1. To replace the battery: 1. Slide and lift the battery out of fire or explosion. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the...
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...CPU fan (see the Service Manual at checkpoint [nnnn]. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 76 for assistance. CPU fan has failed. Replace the battery (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com or see "Contacting Dell" on page 76). Previous attempts at booting this checkpoint and contact... Dell Technical Support - For help you identify the cause and action ...
...CPU fan (see the Service Manual at checkpoint [nnnn]. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 76 for assistance. CPU fan has failed. Replace the battery (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com or see "Contacting Dell" on page 76). Previous attempts at booting this checkpoint and contact... Dell Technical Support - For help you identify the cause and action ...
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...) 65 W/90 W 1.7 A 130 W 2.5 A Input frequency 50-60 Hz Output power 65 W or 90 W or 130 W 85 See the safety information that shipped with your computer. Battery 9-cell "smart" lithium ion Height 22.80 mm (0.9 inches) Width 214 mm (8.43 inches) Depth 78.76 mm (3.10 inches) Weight 0.52 kg (1.15 lb... 57.64 mm (2.27 inches) Weight 0.34 kg (0.75 lb) Voltage 11.1 VDC (6/9 cell) Charge time (approximate) 4 hours (when the computer is turned off) Specifications Battery Operating time Coin-cell battery Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions.
...) 65 W/90 W 1.7 A 130 W 2.5 A Input frequency 50-60 Hz Output power 65 W or 90 W or 130 W 85 See the safety information that shipped with your computer. Battery 9-cell "smart" lithium ion Height 22.80 mm (0.9 inches) Width 214 mm (8.43 inches) Depth 78.76 mm (3.10 inches) Weight 0.52 kg (1.15 lb... 57.64 mm (2.27 inches) Weight 0.34 kg (0.75 lb) Voltage 11.1 VDC (6/9 cell) Charge time (approximate) 4 hours (when the computer is turned off) Specifications Battery Operating time Coin-cell battery Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions.
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Specifications AC Adapter Output current 65 W 90 W 130 W Rated output voltage Operating temperature Storage temperature 3.34 A (continuous) 4.62 A (continuous) 6.7 A (continuous) 19.5 VDC 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) -40° to 70°C (-40° to 158°F) Physical Height Width Depth Weight (with 6-cell battery) 31.8 mm to 34 mm (1.25 inches to 1.34 inches) 376 mm (14.8 inches) 262 mm (10.31 inches) configurable to less than 2.7 kg (5.95 lb) 86
Specifications AC Adapter Output current 65 W 90 W 130 W Rated output voltage Operating temperature Storage temperature 3.34 A (continuous) 4.62 A (continuous) 6.7 A (continuous) 19.5 VDC 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) -40° to 70°C (-40° to 158°F) Physical Height Width Depth Weight (with 6-cell battery) 31.8 mm to 34 mm (1.25 inches to 1.34 inches) 376 mm (14.8 inches) 262 mm (10.31 inches) configurable to less than 2.7 kg (5.95 lb) 86
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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
Service Manual
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A01 Information in trademarks and trade names other countries. Reproduction of Dell Inc.; Other trademarks and trade names may be used by Bluetooth SIG, 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...
A01 Information in trademarks and trade names other countries. Reproduction of Dell Inc.; Other trademarks and trade names may be used by Bluetooth SIG, 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...
Service Manual
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...Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Base Cover Replacing the Base Cover WARNING: Before working inside the computer. Loosen the captive screw that secures the base cover to the computer base. 5. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Replace the battery (see Removing the Battery...). Tighten the captive screw that secures the base cover to the system board, remove the main battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that is not...
...Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Base Cover Replacing the Base Cover WARNING: Before working inside the computer. Loosen the captive screw that secures the base cover to the computer base. 5. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Replace the battery (see Removing the Battery...). Tighten the captive screw that secures the base cover to the system board, remove the main battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that is not...
Service Manual
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...work surface is flat and clean to Contents Page Disconnect your computer and all telephone or network cables from your computer. Remove the battery (see Removing the Battery) before you begin working inside the computer. 1. Turn off your computer (see Turning Off Your Computer) and all attached devices ... devices. 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). 8. CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before working inside the computer. 7.
...work surface is flat and clean to Contents Page Disconnect your computer and all telephone or network cables from your computer. Remove the battery (see Removing the Battery) before you begin working inside the computer. 1. Turn off your computer (see Turning Off Your Computer) and all attached devices ... devices. 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). 8. CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before working inside the computer. 7.
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...the Palm Rest). Replace the palm rest (see Removing the Memory Module(s)). 5. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Battery). 3. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on the system board. 1 Bluetooth module Replacing the Bluetooth Module 1.... palm rest (see Removing the Optical Drive). 6. Back to Contents Page Internal Module With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Bluetooth Module Replacing the Bluetooth Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, ...
...the Palm Rest). Replace the palm rest (see Removing the Memory Module(s)). 5. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Battery). 3. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on the system board. 1 Bluetooth module Replacing the Bluetooth Module 1.... palm rest (see Removing the Optical Drive). 6. Back to Contents Page Internal Module With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Bluetooth Module Replacing the Bluetooth Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, ...
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4. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Memory Module(s)). 7. Replace memory module(s) (see Replacing the Keyboard). 5. Failure to do so may result in damage to Contents Page CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Base Cover). 8. Back to the computer. Replace the base cover (see Replacing the Battery). Replace the optical drive (see Replacing the Optical Drive). 6.
4. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Memory Module(s)). 7. Replace memory module(s) (see Replacing the Keyboard). 5. Failure to do so may result in damage to Contents Page CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Base Cover). 8. Back to the computer. Replace the base cover (see Replacing the Battery). Replace the optical drive (see Replacing the Optical Drive). 6.
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... Display Panel). 11. Remove the display panel (see Removing the Base Cover). 4. Remove the palm rest (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the 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 computer...
... Display Panel). 11. Remove the display panel (see Removing the Base Cover). 4. Remove the palm rest (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the 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 computer...
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... cover and press the camera module until it is fully seated. 3. Failure to the computer. Replace the optical drive (see Replacing the Battery). Back to the display cover. 4. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Optical Drive). 10. Replace the display bezel (see Replacing the Display Assembly). 7. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing...
... cover and press the camera module until it is fully seated. 3. Failure to the computer. Replace the optical drive (see Replacing the Battery). Back to the display cover. 4. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Optical Drive). 10. Replace the display bezel (see Replacing the Display Assembly). 7. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing...
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...technician should perform repairs on your warranty. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Remove the base cover (see Removing the Optical Drive). 6. Remove the optical drive (see Removing ...Before You Begin. 2. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Palm Rest). 8. 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...
...technician should perform repairs on your warranty. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Remove the base cover (see Removing the Optical Drive). 6. Remove the optical drive (see Removing ...Before You Begin. 2. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Palm Rest). 8. 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...
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... Memory Module(s)). 9. Replace memory module(s) (see Replacing the Palm Rest). 6. Back to the connector on the system board. 5. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Battery). Replace the battery (see Replacing the Keyboard). 7. Failure to the computer. Replacing the Media Card Reader Board 1. Replace the base cover (see Replacing the Optical Drive). 8. CAUTION...
... Memory Module(s)). 9. Replace memory module(s) (see Replacing the Palm Rest). 6. Back to the connector on the system board. 5. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Battery). Replace the battery (see Replacing the Keyboard). 7. Failure to the computer. Replacing the Media Card Reader Board 1. Replace the base cover (see Replacing the Optical Drive). 8. CAUTION...
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... Board. 4. Failure to do so may result in damage to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery WARNING: Before working inside the computer. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main...
... Board. 4. Failure to do so may result in damage to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery WARNING: Before working inside the computer. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main...