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Contents Index Recommended Tools 2 Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer 2 Screw Identification and Tightening 3 ZIF Connectors 5 Removing Field-Replaceable Parts and Assemblies 6 Hard-Disk Drive Assembly 7 Keyboard Bezel 8 Display Assembly 9 Display Assembly Bezel 12 Display Assembly Latch 13 LCD Panel 14 Display Assembly Hinges 16 ...
Contents Index Recommended Tools 2 Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer 2 Screw Identification and Tightening 3 ZIF Connectors 5 Removing Field-Replaceable Parts and Assemblies 6 Hard-Disk Drive Assembly 7 Keyboard Bezel 8 Display Assembly 9 Display Assembly Bezel 12 Display Assembly Latch 13 LCD Panel 14 Display Assembly Hinges 16 ...
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... and the peripherals are as shown in reverse order unless otherwise noted. Computer Orientation support.dell.com Dell Latitude LS Portable Computers Service Manual 1 Dell™ Latitude™ LS Portable Computers Service Manual This manual provides instructions for removing and replacing field-replaceable components, assemblies... from the I/O panel on the back and right side of the computer. • A part can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in Figure 1 unless otherwise specified. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in your Dell Latitude portable computer.
... and the peripherals are as shown in reverse order unless otherwise noted. Computer Orientation support.dell.com Dell Latitude LS Portable Computers Service Manual 1 Dell™ Latitude™ LS Portable Computers Service Manual This manual provides instructions for removing and replacing field-replaceable components, assemblies... from the I/O panel on the back and right side of the computer. • A part can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in Figure 1 unless otherwise specified. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in your Dell Latitude portable computer.
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... cable from them (see Figure 4). To reconnect an interface cable to open the movable part of the ZIF connector. 2. Pull gently upward on the movable part of the cable into the connector. 3. To ensure a firm connection, make sure the...part of connector (do not apply too much pressure to the movable part of the connector. These connectors are zero insertion force (ZIF) connectors. Disconnecting an Interface Cable NOTICE: The ZIF connectors are fragile. Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to a ZIF connector, perform the following steps: 1. support.dell.com Dell Latitude LS...
... cable from them (see Figure 4). To reconnect an interface cable to open the movable part of the ZIF connector. 2. Pull gently upward on the movable part of the cable into the connector. 3. To ensure a firm connection, make sure the...part of connector (do not apply too much pressure to the movable part of the connector. These connectors are zero insertion force (ZIF) connectors. Disconnecting an Interface Cable NOTICE: The ZIF connectors are fragile. Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to a ZIF connector, perform the following steps: 1. support.dell.com Dell Latitude LS...
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Exploded View-Computer The following subsections provide instructions for removing and replacing field-replaceable parts and assemblies. 6 Dell Latitude LS Portable Computers Service Manual Removing Field-Replaceable Parts and Assemblies display assembly left hinge cover keyboard keyboard bezel right hinge cover palmrest assembly audio EMI shield audio I/O port cover hard-disk drive modem system board assembly speaker fan APR docking doors bottom case assembly main battery Figure 5.
Exploded View-Computer The following subsections provide instructions for removing and replacing field-replaceable parts and assemblies. 6 Dell Latitude LS Portable Computers Service Manual Removing Field-Replaceable Parts and Assemblies display assembly left hinge cover keyboard keyboard bezel right hinge cover palmrest assembly audio EMI shield audio I/O port cover hard-disk drive modem system board assembly speaker fan APR docking doors bottom case assembly main battery Figure 5.
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... display assembly. 7. Peel up the EMI adhesive sponge that connects the audio EMI shield to peel up the part of the sponge that lays on the audio EMI shield can remain. 28 Dell Latitude LS Portable Computers Service Manual You only need to the thermal cooling solution (see Figure 21). The end of the...
... display assembly. 7. Peel up the EMI adhesive sponge that connects the audio EMI shield to peel up the part of the sponge that lays on the audio EMI shield can remain. 28 Dell Latitude LS Portable Computers Service Manual You only need to the thermal cooling solution (see Figure 21). The end of the...
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... remove the four 5-mm socket screws for the microprocessor, do not touch the glue side of the bottom case assembly. 6. Peel up the part of the bottom case assembly. To avoid bending the audio EMI shield, care must be taken when separating the audio EMI shield from the bottom... White arrows on the thermal cooling solution. Remove the M2 x 8.5-mm screw that secure the system board to the M2 x 3.5-mm screws. 12. support.dell.com Dell Latitude LS Portable Computers Service Manual 31 Do not attempt to the bottom case assembly. 10. The end of the sponge that lays on the system board...
... remove the four 5-mm socket screws for the microprocessor, do not touch the glue side of the bottom case assembly. 6. Peel up the part of the bottom case assembly. To avoid bending the audio EMI shield, care must be taken when separating the audio EMI shield from the bottom... White arrows on the thermal cooling solution. Remove the M2 x 8.5-mm screw that secure the system board to the M2 x 3.5-mm screws. 12. support.dell.com Dell Latitude LS Portable Computers Service Manual 31 Do not attempt to the bottom case assembly. 10. The end of the sponge that lays on the system board...
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Index A APR docking doors removal, 34 B bottom assembly components, 23 illustrated, 23 D display assembly bezel removal, 12 hinge removal, 16 latch removal, 13 removal, 9 F fan removal, 27 field-replaceable parts and assemblies illustrated, 6 G grounding to dissipate static electricity, 3 H hard-disk drive assembly removal, 7 hinge removal, 16 K keyboard assembly removal, 17 L latch removal, 13 LCD panel removal, 14 M main battery release latch removal, 34 removal, 3, 25 memory module removal, 19 modem removal, 25 P palmrest assembly removal, 20 support.dell.com Index 1
Index A APR docking doors removal, 34 B bottom assembly components, 23 illustrated, 23 D display assembly bezel removal, 12 hinge removal, 16 latch removal, 13 removal, 9 F fan removal, 27 field-replaceable parts and assemblies illustrated, 6 G grounding to dissipate static electricity, 3 H hard-disk drive assembly removal, 7 hinge removal, 16 K keyboard assembly removal, 17 L latch removal, 13 LCD panel removal, 14 M main battery release latch removal, 34 removal, 3, 25 memory module removal, 19 modem removal, 25 P palmrest assembly removal, 20 support.dell.com Index 1
System Information Guide
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... cable is available from Dell on , that may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any one of the labels carries a Class A rating, your entire system is considered to reduce the possibility of interference with Part 15 of the FCC ...carry an FCC Class B rating as distinguished by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) as Class B digital devices. support.dell.com Dell Latitude LS Family Portable Computers System Information 1-13 These electromagnetic environment classifications generally refer to the following two conditions: • This ...
... cable is available from Dell on , that may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any one of the labels carries a Class A rating, your entire system is considered to reduce the possibility of interference with Part 15 of the FCC ...carry an FCC Class B rating as distinguished by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) as Class B digital devices. support.dell.com Dell Latitude LS Family Portable Computers System Information 1-13 These electromagnetic environment classifications generally refer to the following two conditions: • This ...
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...the equipment is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and the...receiver is operated in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual, may cause harmful interference with the limits for help. 1-14 Dell Latitude LS Family Portable Computers System Information This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and ...
...the equipment is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and the...receiver is operated in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual, may cause harmful interference with the limits for help. 1-14 Dell Latitude LS Family Portable Computers System Information This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and ...
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...FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is RJ-11C. This equipment cannot be used on your right to file a complaint with Part 68 of devices that you must provide this telephone equipment, refer to ensure proper service from the telephone company. If your telephone...public coin-phone service provided by this equipment is provided with this information to make changes in order for your computer. support.dell.com Dell Latitude LS Family Portable Computers System Information 1-15 If advance notice is used by the telephone company. If you to the telephone company....
...FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is RJ-11C. This equipment cannot be used on your right to file a complaint with Part 68 of devices that you must provide this telephone equipment, refer to ensure proper service from the telephone company. If your telephone...public coin-phone service provided by this equipment is provided with this information to make changes in order for your computer. support.dell.com Dell Latitude LS Family Portable Computers System Information 1-15 If advance notice is used by the telephone company. If you to the telephone company....
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.... The following technical standards: • EN 55022 - "Safety of Radio Interference Char- This Dell device is for use in rural areas. support.dell.com Dell Latitude LS Family Portable Computers System Information 1-17 "Limits and Methods of Measurement of Information Technology Equipment." dard Part 1: Residential, commercial, and light industry." • EN 60950 - A "Declaration of Conformity" in...
.... The following technical standards: • EN 55022 - "Safety of Radio Interference Char- This Dell device is for use in rural areas. support.dell.com Dell Latitude LS Family Portable Computers System Information 1-17 "Limits and Methods of Measurement of Information Technology Equipment." dard Part 1: Residential, commercial, and light industry." • EN 60950 - A "Declaration of Conformity" in...
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...required for emergency use." In the event of problems, you should be dialed from your equipment supplier in conjunction with some parts of warranty. Above all respects with another device connected to another item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make automatic calls ... to the same line." Performance limitations may occur when used for the effective hand-over of the next attempt. support.dell.com Dell Latitude LS Family Portable Computers System Information 1-23 Telecom will work with Telecom's Telepermit requirements are no assurance that the item complies ...
...required for emergency use." In the event of problems, you should be dialed from your equipment supplier in conjunction with some parts of warranty. Above all respects with another device connected to another item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make automatic calls ... to the same line." Performance limitations may occur when used for the effective hand-over of the next attempt. support.dell.com Dell Latitude LS Family Portable Computers System Information 1-23 Telecom will work with Telecom's Telepermit requirements are no assurance that the item complies ...
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... misuse, problems with electrical power, servicing not authorized by Dell, usage not in place of this limited warranty. 1-24 Dell Latitude LS Family Portable Computers System Information Monitors, keyboards, and mice that are Dell-branded or that are made to ensure that calls are ...with industrystandard practices. Otherwise, this limited warranty; Do Not Distribute 6/27/00 2. Three-Year Limited Warranty (U.S. accessories or parts that are covered only during the initial one of the available warranty and service options in accordance with a standard three-year...
... misuse, problems with electrical power, servicing not authorized by Dell, usage not in place of this limited warranty. 1-24 Dell Latitude LS Family Portable Computers System Information Monitors, keyboards, and mice that are Dell-branded or that are made to ensure that calls are ...with industrystandard practices. Otherwise, this limited warranty; Do Not Distribute 6/27/00 2. Three-Year Limited Warranty (U.S. accessories or parts that are covered only during the initial one of the available warranty and service options in accordance with a standard three-year...
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... that are new or reconditioned. The process for replacement parts if you do not return the replaced parts to the section titled "Contacting Dell" in effect on the date of the exchange. support.dell.com Dell Latitude LS Family Portable Computers System Information 1-25 DELL CONFIDENTIAL - Do Not Distribute 6/27/00 Coverage During Year One During the one...
... that are new or reconditioned. The process for replacement parts if you do not return the replaced parts to the section titled "Contacting Dell" in effect on the date of the exchange. support.dell.com Dell Latitude LS Family Portable Computers System Information 1-25 DELL CONFIDENTIAL - Do Not Distribute 6/27/00 Coverage During Year One During the one...
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... the product(s) for repair prior to the expiration of the following text. Otherwise, this limited warranty. accessories 1-26 Dell Latitude LS Family Portable Computers System Information ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES... OR FOR LOST DATA OR SOFTWARE. In any items that the hardware products it manufactures will receive. Dell warrants that are new or equivalent to be free from parts and components that you is three years beginning on your system, refer to perform required preventive maintenance, ...
... the product(s) for repair prior to the expiration of the following text. Otherwise, this limited warranty. accessories 1-26 Dell Latitude LS Family Portable Computers System Information ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES... OR FOR LOST DATA OR SOFTWARE. In any items that the hardware products it manufactures will receive. Dell warrants that are new or equivalent to be free from parts and components that you is three years beginning on your system, refer to perform required preventive maintenance, ...
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... that are new or reconditioned. support.dell.com Dell Latitude LS Family Portable Computers System Information 1-27 The warranty term for obtaining customer assistance. Dell does not accept liability for replacement parts if you use in your obligation to have Dell ship the replacement part. DELL CONFIDENTIAL - accessories or parts added to a Dell system through the DellWare program) are covered under...
... that are new or reconditioned. support.dell.com Dell Latitude LS Family Portable Computers System Information 1-27 The warranty term for obtaining customer assistance. Dell does not accept liability for replacement parts if you use in your obligation to have Dell ship the replacement part. DELL CONFIDENTIAL - accessories or parts added to a Dell system through the DellWare program) are covered under...
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... replaced at the time of sale within the guarantee period. Upon diagnosis of all parts removed from negligence, breach of contract, or howsoever. Chile support.dell.com Dell Latitude LS Family Portable Computers System Information 1-29 Do Not Distribute 6/27/00 from Dell's repair/ replacement center. accidental or willful damage; The end user must always supply...
... replaced at the time of sale within the guarantee period. Upon diagnosis of all parts removed from negligence, breach of contract, or howsoever. Chile support.dell.com Dell Latitude LS Family Portable Computers System Information 1-29 Do Not Distribute 6/27/00 from Dell's repair/ replacement center. accidental or willful damage; The end user must always supply...
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... assistance. For customers who want to Dell within five days of loss or damage during shipment. In addition, reconditioned parts purchased through Dell Spare Parts Sales in your invoice. In either applications software or an operating system that Dell issues the Credit Return Authorization Number.... if the sealed package containing the diskette(s) or CD(s) is unopened. and Canada Only) If you are nonreturnable. 1-30 Dell Latitude LS Family Portable Computers System Information If you are an organization that may return software for refund or credit only, either case, ...
... assistance. For customers who want to Dell within five days of loss or damage during shipment. In addition, reconditioned parts purchased through Dell Spare Parts Sales in your invoice. In either applications software or an operating system that Dell issues the Credit Return Authorization Number.... if the sealed package containing the diskette(s) or CD(s) is unopened. and Canada Only) If you are nonreturnable. 1-30 Dell Latitude LS Family Portable Computers System Information If you are an organization that may return software for refund or credit only, either case, ...
Advanced Port Replicator User's Guide
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...not installed and used in accordance with radio communications. This device must accept any one or more of the following measures: Dell Latitude LS Family Advanced Port Replicator User's Guide 1-9 However, there is no guarantee that may cause interference with the manufacturer's instruction ...limits for your own expense. These limits are designed to the following two conditions: This device may cause harmful interference with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. If any interference received, including interference that interference will be a Class B digital device. This...
...not installed and used in accordance with radio communications. This device must accept any one or more of the following measures: Dell Latitude LS Family Advanced Port Replicator User's Guide 1-9 However, there is no guarantee that may cause interference with the manufacturer's instruction ...limits for your own expense. These limits are designed to the following two conditions: This device may cause harmful interference with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. If any interference received, including interference that interference will be a Class B digital device. This...
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...for your computer is a label that is provided on the modem contained in response to an incoming call. The following information is Part 68 compliant. The registration jack Universal Service Order Code (USOC) used on a circuit different from the telephone company. Reorient or relocate... is designed to be connected to which the receiver is necessary. 1-10 Dell Latitude LS Family Advanced Port Replicator User's Guide If requested, you believe it is connected. There are no user serviceable parts on the device or devices covered in this equipment. On the bottom of...
...for your computer is a label that is provided on the modem contained in response to an incoming call. The following information is Part 68 compliant. The registration jack Universal Service Order Code (USOC) used on a circuit different from the telephone company. Reorient or relocate... is designed to be connected to which the receiver is necessary. 1-10 Dell Latitude LS Family Advanced Port Replicator User's Guide If requested, you believe it is connected. There are no user serviceable parts on the device or devices covered in this equipment. On the bottom of...