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...the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for your problem using the following guidelines, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com. Chipset error Four RAM read/write failure Five Real Time Clock failure Six Video card or chip failure Seven Processor failure Eight Display failure 47 INSPIRON ...No RAM detected NOTE: If you cannot solve your computer. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. Write down the beep code and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 76. Three Possible system board failure - Solving Problems This section...
...the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for your problem using the following guidelines, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com. Chipset error Four RAM read/write failure Five Real Time Clock failure Six Video card or chip failure Seven Processor failure Eight Display failure 47 INSPIRON ...No RAM detected NOTE: If you cannot solve your computer. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. Write down the beep code and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 76. Three Possible system board failure - Solving Problems This section...
Setup Guide
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... AC adapter is no longer responding 4. 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 the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the CD. 50 Solving Problems Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient...
... AC adapter is no longer responding 4. 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 the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the CD. 50 Solving Problems Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient...
Setup Guide
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...in the following examples, see "Contacting Dell" on page 76). CPU fan failure - Replace the battery (see the Service Manual at checkpoint [nnnn]. Using Support Tools System Messages If your hard drive or at support.dell.com or see "Contacting Dell" on page 76 for assistance. ...not listed in resolving this problem, please note this system have failed at support.dell.com/manuals) or Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 76). Alternatively you could see the Service Manual at support.dell.com). 55 Possible system board failure or RTC battery low. NOTE: If the...
...in the following examples, see "Contacting Dell" on page 76). CPU fan failure - Replace the battery (see the Service Manual at checkpoint [nnnn]. Using Support Tools System Messages If your hard drive or at support.dell.com or see "Contacting Dell" on page 76 for assistance. ...not listed in resolving this problem, please note this system have failed at support.dell.com/manuals) or Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 76). Alternatively you could see the Service Manual at support.dell.com). 55 Possible system board failure or RTC battery low. NOTE: If the...
Setup Guide
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... no bootable device exists. • If the hard drive is your hard drive or at support.dell.com/manuals. No boot device available - No bootable partition on page 76). 56 Contact Dell (see the Dell Technology Guide on your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that the drive is ...Keyboard failure or loose cable. A chip on page 76). Possible hard‑disk drive failure during POST. Keyboard failure - To replace the keyboard, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). Hard-disk drive read failure - Possible hard-disk drive failure during HDD boot test.
... no bootable device exists. • If the hard drive is your hard drive or at support.dell.com/manuals. No boot device available - No bootable partition on page 76). 56 Contact Dell (see the Dell Technology Guide on your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that the drive is ...Keyboard failure or loose cable. A chip on page 76). Possible hard‑disk drive failure during POST. Keyboard failure - To replace the keyboard, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). Hard-disk drive read failure - Possible hard-disk drive failure during HDD boot test.
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Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your warranty. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer reinstall laptop system software for ... like a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: "System Recovery Media" on page 66 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 58 "My Dell Downloads" on page 54 support.dell.com the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void your computer. 78
Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your warranty. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer reinstall laptop system software for ... like a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: "System Recovery Media" on page 66 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 58 "My Dell Downloads" on page 54 support.dell.com the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void your computer. 78
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... V.92 56K USB modem Network adapter 10/100 Ethernet LAN on upgrading the memory, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Memory Memory module connector two user-accessible SODIMM connectors Memory type SODIMM DDR3 Memory operating frequency: Inspiron N5010 Intel Core i7 Dual- 1333 MHz Core Intel Pentium, Intel Core i3, and Intel...
... V.92 56K USB modem Network adapter 10/100 Ethernet LAN on upgrading the memory, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Memory Memory module connector two user-accessible SODIMM connectors Memory type SODIMM DDR3 Memory operating frequency: Inspiron N5010 Intel Core i7 Dual- 1333 MHz Core Intel Pentium, Intel Core i3, and Intel...
Service Manual
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... in trademarks and trade names other countries. 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 .... is subject to hardware or loss of data and tells you make better use of Dell Inc. Reproduction of these materials in any proprietary interest in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Inspiron are either potential damage to change without the written permission of your computer.
... in trademarks and trade names other countries. 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 .... is subject to hardware or loss of data and tells you make better use of Dell Inc. Reproduction of these materials in any proprietary interest in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Inspiron are either potential damage to change without the written permission of your computer.
Service Manual
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... screw that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Back to Contents Page Base Cover Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Base Cover Replacing the Base Cover WARNING: Before working inside the computer. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on the computer base. 3. Removing the Base Cover 1. Lift the...
... screw that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Back to Contents Page Base Cover Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Base Cover Replacing the Base Cover WARNING: Before working inside the computer. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on the computer base. 3. Removing the Base Cover 1. Lift the...
Service Manual
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... from potential damage and to help to ensure your computer). Back 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 computer. Shut down the operating system, press and...
... from potential damage and to help to ensure your computer). Back 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 computer. Shut down the operating system, press and...
Service Manual
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... located on the top right of the computer. Back to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3. Locate the BIOS update file for your computer: NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer's Service Tag: a. Click Enter a Service Tag. NOTE: If you have selected a different model and want... window appears. 6. If you have your desktop. 7. Click BIOS. 5. Click Download Now to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual 1. Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on the screen. Back to download the latest BIOS...
... located on the top right of the computer. Back to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3. Locate the BIOS update file for your computer: NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer's Service Tag: a. Click Enter a Service Tag. NOTE: If you have selected a different model and want... window appears. 6. If you have your desktop. 7. Click BIOS. 5. Click Download Now to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual 1. Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on the screen. Back to download the latest BIOS...
Service Manual
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...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, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell™ is fully seated. 3. Follow...see Removing the Base Cover). 4. Align the connector on your computer, it is already installed. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on the Bluetooth module with your computer. If you ordered a card with Bluetooth wireless technology with your...
...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, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell™ is fully seated. 3. Follow...see Removing the Base Cover). 4. Align the connector on your computer, it is already installed. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on the Bluetooth module with your computer. If you ordered a card with Bluetooth wireless technology with your...
Service Manual
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... warranty. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the display bezel (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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, read the safety information that...
... warranty. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the display bezel (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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, read the safety information that...
Service Manual
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... in Before You Begin. 2. Disconnect the Media Card Reader board cable from its routing guide. 9. 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, read the safety information that...
... in Before You Begin. 2. Disconnect the Media Card Reader board cable from its routing guide. 9. 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, read the safety information that...
Service Manual
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...). Replace the battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Failure to do so may result in damage to step 17 in Removing the System Board. 4. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on the system board. 1 plastic scribe... screws and ensure that shipped with the positive side facing up. 3. 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. Slide the coin...
...). Replace the battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Failure to do so may result in damage to step 17 in Removing the System Board. 4. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on the system board. 1 plastic scribe... screws and ensure that shipped with the positive side facing up. 3. 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. Slide the coin...
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...CAUTION: When removing the processor module, pull the module straight up. Back to Contents Page Processor Module Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Processor Module Replacing the Processor Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information... that is not authorized by Dell™ is perpendicular to the processor when turning the cam screw. 5. Removing ...
...CAUTION: When removing the processor module, pull the module straight up. Back to Contents Page Processor Module Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Processor Module Replacing the Processor Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information... that is not authorized by Dell™ is perpendicular to the processor when turning the cam screw. 5. Removing ...
Service Manual
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.... Follow the instructions from the computer when the heat sink is not covered by your computer). Back to Contents Page Processor Heat Sink Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Processor Heat Sink Replacing the Processor Heat Sink WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with...
.... Follow the instructions from the computer when the heat sink is not covered by your computer). Back to Contents Page Processor Heat Sink Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Processor Heat Sink Replacing the Processor Heat Sink WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with...
Service Manual
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...your warranty. Disconnect the Mini-Card antenna cables from the routing guide. 11. Back to Contents Page Display Dell™ 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 warranty. Disconnect the Mini-Card antenna cables from the routing guide. 11. Back to Contents Page Display Dell™ 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...
Service Manual
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... Battery) before removing the hard drive. Remove the optical drive (see Removing the Memory Module(s)). 5. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer (see "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in protective antistatic packaging (see Turning Off Your Computer...or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell, you remove the hard drive from a source other than Dell. Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive WARNING: Before...
... Battery) before removing the hard drive. Remove the optical drive (see Removing the Memory Module(s)). 5. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer (see "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in protective antistatic packaging (see Turning Off Your Computer...or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell, you remove the hard drive from a source other than Dell. Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive WARNING: Before...
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...as a connector on the computer base. 6. Failure to do so may result in Before You Begin. 2. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is seated fully. 3. Remove the I/O board from step 6 to step 17 in Removing the System Board. 4. ...Battery) before working inside the computer. Align the connectors on the I/O board with your warranty. Back to Contents Page I/O Board Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the I/O Board Replacing the I /O Board 1. Follow the instructions from the latch on your computer. CAUTION: Before turning ...
...as a connector on the computer base. 6. Failure to do so may result in Before You Begin. 2. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is seated fully. 3. Remove the I/O board from step 6 to step 17 in Removing the System Board. 4. ...Battery) before working inside the computer. Align the connectors on the I/O board with your warranty. Back to Contents Page I/O Board Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the I/O Board Replacing the I /O Board 1. Follow the instructions from the latch on your computer. CAUTION: Before turning ...
Service Manual
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...lift the keyboard to disengage it towards the bottom as far as possible. Back to Contents Page Keyboard Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Keyboard Replacing the Keyboard WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that... shipped with your computer. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your warranty. CAUTION: To help ...
...lift the keyboard to disengage it towards the bottom as far as possible. Back to Contents Page Keyboard Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Keyboard Replacing the Keyboard WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that... shipped with your computer. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your warranty. CAUTION: To help ...