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...trademarks or registered trademarks of Dell Inc. A00 Dell™ Inspiron™ 1018 Service Manual Before You Begin Battery Keyboard Hard Drive Palm Rest Assembly Power Button Board Memory Module Speaker Middle Cover Display Camera Module I/O Board Wireless Mini-Card Status Lights Board .... CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates potential damage to change without the written permission of Microsoft Corporation in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Inspiron are trademarks of data if instructions are either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Reproduction ...
...trademarks or registered trademarks of Dell Inc. A00 Dell™ Inspiron™ 1018 Service Manual Before You Begin Battery Keyboard Hard Drive Palm Rest Assembly Power Button Board Memory Module Speaker Middle Cover Display Camera Module I/O Board Wireless Mini-Card Status Lights Board .... CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates potential damage to change without the written permission of Microsoft Corporation in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Inspiron are trademarks of data if instructions are either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Reproduction ...
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...). 8. Disconnect all attached devices from your computer and all telephone or network cables from their electrical outlets. 6. Turn the computer top-side up, open the display, and press the power button to ground the system board. Disconnect all attached devices from the computer. 4. Press and eject any installed cards from the...
...). 8. Disconnect all attached devices from your computer and all telephone or network cables from their electrical outlets. 6. Turn the computer top-side up, open the display, and press the power button to ground the system board. Disconnect all attached devices from the computer. 4. Press and eject any installed cards from the...
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...). Remove the memory module (see Removing the Display Assembly). 9. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer. Back to Contents Page Camera Module Dell™ Inspiron™ 1018 Service Manual Removing the Camera Module Replacing the ...Camera Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by periodically ...
...). Remove the memory module (see Removing the Display Assembly). 9. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer. Back to Contents Page Camera Module Dell™ Inspiron™ 1018 Service Manual Removing the Camera Module Replacing the ...Camera Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by periodically ...
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... so may result in Before You Begin. 2. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Battery). Replace the display panel (see Replacing the Display Bezel). 5. Back to the computer. Replace the display bezel (see Replacing the Display Panel). 4. CAUTION: Before turning on the display back cover. 3. 1 camera module 2 camera cable connector Replacing the Camera Module 1. Replace the...
... so may result in Before You Begin. 2. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Battery). Replace the display panel (see Replacing the Display Bezel). 5. Back to the computer. Replace the display bezel (see Replacing the Display Panel). 4. CAUTION: Before turning on the display back cover. 3. 1 camera module 2 camera cable connector Replacing the Camera Module 1. Replace the...
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... the instructions from the routing guide. 13. Remove the middle cover (see Removing the Display Assembly). 10. Remove the battery (see Removing the Mini-Card). 8. Remove the Mini-Card (see Removing the Battery). 3. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the... Brackets). 11. Remove the support brackets (see Removing the Keyboard). 4. Back to Contents Page AC Adapter Connector Dell™ Inspiron™ 1018 Service Manual Removing the AC Adapter Connector Replacing the AC Adapter Connector WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read ...
... the instructions from the routing guide. 13. Remove the middle cover (see Removing the Display Assembly). 10. Remove the battery (see Removing the Mini-Card). 8. Remove the Mini-Card (see Removing the Battery). 3. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the... Brackets). 11. Remove the support brackets (see Removing the Keyboard). 4. Back to Contents Page AC Adapter Connector Dell™ Inspiron™ 1018 Service Manual Removing the AC Adapter Connector Replacing the AC Adapter Connector WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read ...
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... (see Replacing the Middle Cover). 8. Replace the middle cover (see Replacing the Display Assembly). 7. Replace the hard-drive assembly (follow the instructions from step 5 to step 7 in Before You Begin. 2. Route the AC adapter connector cable ... no stray screws remain inside the computer. Replace the I/O board (see Replacing the Battery). Replace the memory module (see Replacing the Mini-Card). 9. Replacing the AC Adapter Connector 1. Replace the Mini-Card (see Replacing the Memory Module). 10. Replace the palm rest assembly (see Replacing the Palm Rest Assembly). 11.
... (see Replacing the Middle Cover). 8. Replace the middle cover (see Replacing the Display Assembly). 7. Replace the hard-drive assembly (follow the instructions from step 5 to step 7 in Before You Begin. 2. Route the AC adapter connector cable ... no stray screws remain inside the computer. Replace the I/O board (see Replacing the Battery). Replace the memory module (see Replacing the Mini-Card). 9. Replacing the AC Adapter Connector 1. Replace the Mini-Card (see Replacing the Memory Module). 10. Replace the palm rest assembly (see Replacing the Palm Rest Assembly). 11.
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... by using a wrist grounding strap or by your warranty. Follow the instructions in Removing the Hard Drive). 5. Back to Contents Page Display Dell™ Inspiron™ 1018 Service Manual Display Assembly Display Bezel Display Panel Display Cable Display Panel Brackets WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. Remove the keyboard (see...
... by using a wrist grounding strap or by your warranty. Follow the instructions in Removing the Hard Drive). 5. Back to Contents Page Display Dell™ Inspiron™ 1018 Service Manual Display Assembly Display Bezel Display Panel Display Cable Display Panel Brackets WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. Remove the keyboard (see...
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... from the routing guides on the system board. 1 Mini-Card cable routing 2 display cable grounding screw 3 display cable connector 4 antenna cables (2) 13. Disconnect the display cable from the connector on the computer. 12. Note the routing of the Mini-Card antenna cables and remove them from the Mini-Card. 11. Remove the two screws that secure...
... from the routing guides on the system board. 1 Mini-Card cable routing 2 display cable grounding screw 3 display cable connector 4 antenna cables (2) 13. Disconnect the display cable from the connector on the computer. 12. Note the routing of the Mini-Card antenna cables and remove them from the Mini-Card. 11. Remove the two screws that secure...
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.... 1. Remove the two rubber pads that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Replacing the Display Assembly 1. Connect the display cable to the Mini-Card (see Replacing the Mini-Card). 7. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Connect the Mini-Card antenna cables to the connector on the computer base. 6. Failure to do so may...
.... 1. Remove the two rubber pads that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Replacing the Display Assembly 1. Connect the display cable to the Mini-Card (see Replacing the Mini-Card). 7. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Connect the Mini-Card antenna cables to the connector on the computer base. 6. Failure to do so may...
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.... 6. CAUTION: Before turning on the camera module. 5. Remove the four screws that secure the display bezel to the computer. Lift the display bezel off the display back cover. Display Panel Removing the Display Panel 1. Remove the display bezel (see Removing the Display Assembly). 3. 1 screws (2) 3 display bezel 2 rubber pads (2) 5. Replace the two rubber pads that no stray screws remain...
.... 6. CAUTION: Before turning on the camera module. 5. Remove the four screws that secure the display bezel to the computer. Lift the display bezel off the display back cover. Display Panel Removing the Display Panel 1. Remove the display bezel (see Removing the Display Assembly). 3. 1 screws (2) 3 display bezel 2 rubber pads (2) 5. Replace the two rubber pads that no stray screws remain...
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.... 2. Replace the four screws that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Replace the display assembly (see Removing the Display Panel). 5. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Turn the display panel over the display back cover. 3. Place the display panel over and place it on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that secure...
.... 2. Replace the four screws that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Replace the display assembly (see Removing the Display Panel). 5. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Turn the display panel over the display back cover. 3. Place the display panel over and place it on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that secure...
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... Display Panel). 5. 1 display cable 2 pull-tab 3 display-cable connector 7. Replace the display assembly (Replacing the Display Assembly). Connect the display cable to the computer. Display Panel Brackets Removing the Display Panel Brackets 1. Gently peel off the display cable from the display panel. Replace the display bezel (see Removing the Display Bezel). 4. Adhere the display cable along the edge of the display panel. 3. Replacing the Display...
... Display Panel). 5. 1 display cable 2 pull-tab 3 display-cable connector 7. Replace the display assembly (Replacing the Display Assembly). Connect the display cable to the computer. Display Panel Brackets Removing the Display Panel Brackets 1. Gently peel off the display cable from the display panel. Replace the display bezel (see Removing the Display Bezel). 4. Adhere the display cable along the edge of the display panel. 3. Replacing the Display...
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Follow the instructions in position. 3. Place the display panel brackets in Before You Begin. 2. 5. Remove the display panel brackets off the display panel. 1 display panel brackets (2) 2 screws (4) Replacing the Display Panel Brackets 1. Replace the display panel (see Replacing the Display Assembly). Failure to do so may result in ...damage to Contents Page Remove the four screws (two on each side) that secure the display panel brackets to the display panel. 4. Back to the computer. Replace the four screws (two on the computer, replace all screws and ...
Follow the instructions in position. 3. Place the display panel brackets in Before You Begin. 2. 5. Remove the display panel brackets off the display panel. 1 display panel brackets (2) 2 screws (4) Replacing the Display Panel Brackets 1. Replace the display panel (see Replacing the Display Assembly). Failure to do so may result in ...damage to Contents Page Remove the four screws (two on each side) that secure the display panel brackets to the display panel. 4. Back to the computer. Replace the four screws (two on the computer, replace all screws and ...
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...Remove the hard-drive assembly (follow the instructions from the connector on your warranty. Remove the display assembly (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Lift the I/O board and ease the connectors on your computer. For additional safety...wrist grounding strap or by your computer. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Battery). 3. Back to Contents Page I/O Board Dell™ Inspiron™ 1018 Service Manual Removing the I/O Board Replacing the I/O Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that...
...Remove the hard-drive assembly (follow the instructions from the connector on your warranty. Remove the display assembly (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Lift the I/O board and ease the connectors on your computer. For additional safety...wrist grounding strap or by your computer. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Battery). 3. Back to Contents Page I/O Board Dell™ Inspiron™ 1018 Service Manual Removing the I/O Board Replacing the I/O Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that...
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... Assembly). 10. Follow the instructions in Replacing the Hard Drive). 11. Place the I /O Board 1. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Display Assembly). 7. Replace the hard-drive assembly (follow the instructions from step 5 to the connector on the computer base. 3. Failure to do so... may result in damage to Contents Page Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Battery). Connect the I /O board. 4. Replacing the I /O board grounding cable over the screw hole and replace the...
... Assembly). 10. Follow the instructions in Replacing the Hard Drive). 11. Place the I /O Board 1. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Display Assembly). 7. Replace the hard-drive assembly (follow the instructions from step 5 to the connector on the computer base. 3. Failure to do so... may result in damage to Contents Page Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Battery). Connect the I /O board. 4. Replacing the I /O board grounding cable over the screw hole and replace the...
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Follow the instructions in scratching the display panel. Turn the computer over and open the display as far as a connector on your computer). Carefully lift the keyboard and slide the keyboard tabs out of the slots on the palm rest. ... the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-consuming to replace. CAUTION: The keycaps on your computer. Back to Contents Page Keyboard Dell™ Inspiron™ 1018 Service Manual Removing the Keyboard Replacing the Keyboard WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. ...
Follow the instructions in scratching the display panel. Turn the computer over and open the display as far as a connector on your computer). Carefully lift the keyboard and slide the keyboard tabs out of the slots on the palm rest. ... the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-consuming to replace. CAUTION: The keycaps on your computer. Back to Contents Page Keyboard Dell™ Inspiron™ 1018 Service Manual Removing the Keyboard Replacing the Keyboard WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. ...
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...assembly (follow the instructions from step 4 to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Keyboard). 4. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Palm Rest Assembly). 6. Lift the right and left support brackets off the computer base. 1 left support ... 7. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer. Back to Contents Page Support Brackets Dell™ Inspiron™ 1018 Service Manual Removing the Support Brackets Replacing the Support Brackets WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information...
...assembly (follow the instructions from step 4 to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Keyboard). 4. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Palm Rest Assembly). 6. Lift the right and left support brackets off the computer base. 1 left support ... 7. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer. Back to Contents Page Support Brackets Dell™ Inspiron™ 1018 Service Manual Removing the Support Brackets Replacing the Support Brackets WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information...
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... support brackets on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Keyboard). 9. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Display Assembly). 4. Back to step 7 in damage to the computer. Replace the middle cover (see Replacing the Palm Rest Assembly...
... support brackets on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Keyboard). 9. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Display Assembly). 4. Back to step 7 in damage to the computer. Replace the middle cover (see Replacing the Palm Rest Assembly...
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...display assembly (see Removing the Keyboard). 5. Disconnect the AC adapter connector cable, status lights board cable, and I /O board cable to the system board. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Memory Module). 8. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Mini...Drive). 6. Remove the battery (see Removing the Middle Cover). 10. Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Inspiron™ 1018 Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing the System Board Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS WARNING:...
...display assembly (see Removing the Keyboard). 5. Disconnect the AC adapter connector cable, status lights board cable, and I /O board cable to the system board. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Memory Module). 8. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Mini...Drive). 6. Remove the battery (see Removing the Middle Cover). 10. Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Inspiron™ 1018 Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing the System Board Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS WARNING:...
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...that secures the system board to step 7 in Replacing the Hard Drive). 14. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Memory Module). 12. Replace the memory module (see Replacing the Display Assembly). 9. Replacing the System Board 1. Replace the support brackets (see Replacing the Keyboard). Replace... the AC adapter connector cable, status lights board cable, and I /O board cable grounding screw 6 screw 14. Replace the Mini-Card (see Replacing the Mini-Card). 11. Replace the hard-drive assembly (follow the instructions from step 5 to the computer base. 16.
...that secures the system board to step 7 in Replacing the Hard Drive). 14. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Memory Module). 12. Replace the memory module (see Replacing the Display Assembly). 9. Replacing the System Board 1. Replace the support brackets (see Replacing the Keyboard). Replace... the AC adapter connector cable, status lights board cable, and I /O board cable grounding screw 6 screw 14. Replace the Mini-Card (see Replacing the Mini-Card). 11. Replace the hard-drive assembly (follow the instructions from step 5 to the computer base. 16.