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Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Dell™ Latitude™ X300 Service Manual Before You Begin Dell Diagnostics System Components Battery Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card Modules Keyboard Palm Rest Hard Drive Hinge Covers ...Battery Speakers Bluetooth™ Module Cooling Fan Battery Latches System Board Flashing the BIOS Pin Assignments for property damage, personal injury, or death. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/index.htm (1 of your computer. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for I/O Connectors Mini Recommended Spares List Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE...
Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Dell™ Latitude™ X300 Service Manual Before You Begin Dell Diagnostics System Components Battery Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card Modules Keyboard Palm Rest Hard Drive Hinge Covers ...Battery Speakers Bluetooth™ Module Cooling Fan Battery Latches System Board Flashing the BIOS Pin Assignments for property damage, personal injury, or death. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/index.htm (1 of your computer. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for I/O Connectors Mini Recommended Spares List Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE...
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... following conditions exist: q You have read the safety information in your computer. Before You Begin: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Latitude™ X300 Service Manual Recommended Tools Shutting Down Your Computer Computer Orientation Screw Identification Placemat This section provides procedures for removing and... q Phillips screwdriver q Small plastic scribe q Flash BIOS update program floppy disk or CD Shutting Down Your Computer file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/before.htm (1 of 7) [2/28/2004 8:26:24 AM]
... following conditions exist: q You have read the safety information in your computer. Before You Begin: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Latitude™ X300 Service Manual Recommended Tools Shutting Down Your Computer Computer Orientation Screw Identification Placemat This section provides procedures for removing and... q Phillips screwdriver q Small plastic scribe q Flash BIOS update program floppy disk or CD Shutting Down Your Computer file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/before.htm (1 of 7) [2/28/2004 8:26:24 AM]
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...documentation that both connectors are disconnecting this section, follow the safety instructions in the System Information Guide. Before You Begin: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Use the following steps before you pull connectors apart, keep them evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins. CAUTION... As you connect a cable, ensure that came with care. Shut down your media base for 4 seconds. 4. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/before you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strainrelief loop, not on your own personal safety. If...
...documentation that both connectors are disconnecting this section, follow the safety instructions in the System Information Guide. Before You Begin: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Use the following steps before you pull connectors apart, keep them evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins. CAUTION... As you connect a cable, ensure that came with care. Shut down your media base for 4 seconds. 4. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/before you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strainrelief loop, not on your own personal safety. If...
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Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on a flat work surface. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/before you service the computer. 10. NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then plug it into ...the main battery before .htm (3 of the computer, and then remove the battery from the Secure Digital memory slot. 9. Before You Begin: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual 6. Remove any installed PC Cards from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to ground the system board. Remove any installed Secure ...
Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on a flat work surface. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/before you service the computer. 10. NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then plug it into ...the main battery before .htm (3 of the computer, and then remove the battery from the Secure Digital memory slot. 9. Before You Begin: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual 6. Remove any installed PC Cards from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to ground the system board. Remove any installed Secure ...
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Computer Orientation 1 front 2 left 3 back 4 right file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/before.htm (4 of 7) [2/28/2004 8:26:24 AM] Remove the hard drive. Remove any installed modules, including a second battery, if installed. 12. Before You Begin: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual 1 battery latch release (2) G0767 11.
Computer Orientation 1 front 2 left 3 back 4 right file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/before.htm (4 of 7) [2/28/2004 8:26:24 AM] Remove the hard drive. Remove any installed modules, including a second battery, if installed. 12. Before You Begin: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual 1 battery latch release (2) G0767 11.
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NOTICE: When reinstalling a screw, you are removing and replacing components, photocopy the placemat as a tool to lay out and keep track of the screws. Ensure that the screw is properly aligned with its corresponding hole, and avoid overtightening. Before You Begin: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Screw Identification Placemat When you must use a screw of the correct diameter and length. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/before.htm (5 of screws and their sizes. The placemat provides the number of 7) [2/28/2004 8:26:24 AM]
NOTICE: When reinstalling a screw, you are removing and replacing components, photocopy the placemat as a tool to lay out and keep track of the screws. Ensure that the screw is properly aligned with its corresponding hole, and avoid overtightening. Before You Begin: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Screw Identification Placemat When you must use a screw of the correct diameter and length. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/before.htm (5 of screws and their sizes. The placemat provides the number of 7) [2/28/2004 8:26:24 AM]
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Before You Begin: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Keyboard: Palm Rest: (4 each) (9 each) Display Assembly: (2 each) Keyboard Tray: (5 each) Hard Drive: (4 each) System Board: (3 each) file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/before.htm (6 of 7) [2/28/2004 8:26:24 AM]
Before You Begin: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Keyboard: Palm Rest: (4 each) (9 each) Display Assembly: (2 each) Keyboard Tray: (5 each) Hard Drive: (4 each) System Board: (3 each) file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/before.htm (6 of 7) [2/28/2004 8:26:24 AM]
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... with your computer, perform the checks in the "Solving Problems" section in your User's Guide or Owner's Manual and run . Dell Diagnostics: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Dell Diagnostics Dell™ Latitude™ X300 Service Manual When to Use the Dell Diagnostics Starting the Dell Diagnostics When to : q Perform tests on a symptom of 4) [2/28/2004 8:26:25 AM] If you contact...
... with your computer, perform the checks in the "Solving Problems" section in your User's Guide or Owner's Manual and run . Dell Diagnostics: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Dell Diagnostics Dell™ Latitude™ X300 Service Manual When to Use the Dell Diagnostics Starting the Dell Diagnostics When to : q Perform tests on a symptom of 4) [2/28/2004 8:26:25 AM] If you contact...
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... wait too long and the Microsoft® Windows® logo appears, continue to the next file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/diag.htm (2 of your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell. 1. The computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment, a series of initial tests of 4) [2/28... on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on the computer. The computer automatically runs the Pre-boot System Assessment. Dell Diagnostics: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual It is recommended that you print these procedures before you see the Windows desktop. NOTE: If your system board...
... wait too long and the Microsoft® Windows® logo appears, continue to the next file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/diag.htm (2 of your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell. 1. The computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment, a series of initial tests of 4) [2/28... on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on the computer. The computer automatically runs the Pre-boot System Assessment. Dell Diagnostics: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual It is recommended that you print these procedures before you see the Windows desktop. NOTE: If your system board...
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... for the option you to 20 minutes and requires no interaction on the screen. You can customize the tests you to continue. 6. Dell Diagnostics: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual test, press ; Press any key to select a test based on to run . Run Express Test first to retest the component that... failed, press . Write down the error code(s) and contact Dell before continuing on the symptom of the problem you want . If a problem...
... for the option you to 20 minutes and requires no interaction on the screen. You can customize the tests you to continue. 6. Dell Diagnostics: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual test, press ; Press any key to select a test based on to run . Run Express Test first to retest the component that... failed, press . Write down the error code(s) and contact Dell before continuing on the symptom of the problem you want . If a problem...
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... Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description. Parameters The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for more information. NOTE: The Service Tag for contact information. When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu screen. Dell Diagnostics: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Owner's Manual for your computer is located at the top of each test screen. Configuration...
... Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description. Parameters The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for more information. NOTE: The Service Tag for contact information. When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu screen. Dell Diagnostics: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Owner's Manual for your computer is located at the top of each test screen. Configuration...
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NOTICE: Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in reverse order. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/system.htm (1 of 2) [2/28/2004 8:26:26 AM] Damage due to Contents Page System Components Dell™ Latitude™ X300 Service Manual NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your warranty. System Components: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Back to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by performing the removal procedure in this manual assumes that a part can be replaced by your computer.
NOTICE: Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in reverse order. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/system.htm (1 of 2) [2/28/2004 8:26:26 AM] Damage due to Contents Page System Components Dell™ Latitude™ X300 Service Manual NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your warranty. System Components: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Back to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by performing the removal procedure in this manual assumes that a part can be replaced by your computer.
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System Components: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual 1 display 2 hinge covers (2) 3 keyboard tray 4 battery 5 cooling fan 6 hard drive 7 bottom case see Mini RSL M0270 D2589 see Mini RSL see Mini RSL 8 speakers (2) 9 reserve battery 10 Bluetooth™ module 11 system board 12 palm rest 13 keyboard 7C552 W2662 2U381 see Mini RSL G0808 5Y730 Back to Contents Page file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/system.htm (2 of 2) [2/28/2004 8:26:26 AM]
System Components: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual 1 display 2 hinge covers (2) 3 keyboard tray 4 battery 5 cooling fan 6 hard drive 7 bottom case see Mini RSL M0270 D2589 see Mini RSL see Mini RSL 8 speakers (2) 9 reserve battery 10 Bluetooth™ module 11 system board 12 palm rest 13 keyboard 7C552 W2662 2U381 see Mini RSL G0808 5Y730 Back to Contents Page file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/system.htm (2 of 2) [2/28/2004 8:26:26 AM]
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Battery: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Battery Dell™ Latitude™ X300 Service Manual Removing a Battery Installing the Battery Removing a Battery CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, disconnect the modem from the bay. NOTICE: If ...the telephone wall jack. Ensure that came with the computer in standby mode, you begin any of 3) [2/28/2004 8:26:26 AM] file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/battery.htm (1 of the procedures in this . 1. The computer will shut down shortly after this section, follow the safety instructions in a ...
Battery: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Battery Dell™ Latitude™ X300 Service Manual Removing a Battery Installing the Battery Removing a Battery CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, disconnect the modem from the bay. NOTICE: If ...the telephone wall jack. Ensure that came with the computer in standby mode, you begin any of 3) [2/28/2004 8:26:26 AM] file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/battery.htm (1 of the procedures in this . 1. The computer will shut down shortly after this section, follow the safety instructions in a ...
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file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/battery.htm (2 of 3) [2/28/2004 8:26:26 AM] Battery: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual 1 battery latch release (2) G0767 Installing the Battery To install the battery, slide the battery or the optional extended battery into the bay until the latch release clicks.
file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/battery.htm (2 of 3) [2/28/2004 8:26:26 AM] Battery: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual 1 battery latch release (2) G0767 Installing the Battery To install the battery, slide the battery or the optional extended battery into the bay until the latch release clicks.
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...14) [2/28/2004 8:26:28 AM] Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card Modules: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual -cBack to Contents Page Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card Modules Dell™ Latitude™ X300 Service Manual Adding Memory Replacing a Modem Adding a Mini PCI Card Adding Memory You can increase your ...See the documentation that the work surface is connected to prevent scratching the computer cover. 2. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/upgrades.htm (1 of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in your computer warranty. Disconnect the computer ...
...14) [2/28/2004 8:26:28 AM] Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card Modules: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual -cBack to Contents Page Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card Modules Dell™ Latitude™ X300 Service Manual Adding Memory Replacing a Modem Adding a Mini PCI Card Adding Memory You can increase your ...See the documentation that the work surface is connected to prevent scratching the computer cover. 2. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/upgrades.htm (1 of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in your computer warranty. Disconnect the computer ...
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... to ground yourself periodically during this procedure. 7. Ground yourself by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/upgrades.htm (2 of the computer. Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card Modules: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual NOTICE: Handle components and cards by touching a metal connector on the back of 14) [2/28/2004 8:26:29...
... to ground yourself periodically during this procedure. 7. Ground yourself by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/upgrades.htm (2 of the computer. Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card Modules: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual NOTICE: Handle components and cards by touching a metal connector on the back of 14) [2/28/2004 8:26:29...
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... the connector. 1 memory module 2 securing clips (2) see Mini RSL file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/upgrades.htm (3 of the memory module connector until the module pops up. b. Ground yourself by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts. Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card Modules: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual 8. a. If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing...
... the connector. 1 memory module 2 securing clips (2) see Mini RSL file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/upgrades.htm (3 of the memory module connector until the module pops up. b. Ground yourself by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts. Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card Modules: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual 8. a. If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing...
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Replace the cover. b. NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/upgrades.htm (4 of the connector slot. If you do not hear the click, remove the module and reinstall it clicks into ...memory module: a. No error message indicates this failure. 1 memory module 2 connector see Mini RSL 10. Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card Modules: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual 9. Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the center of 14) [2/28/2004 8:26:29 AM] Slide the module ...
Replace the cover. b. NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/upgrades.htm (4 of the connector slot. If you do not hear the click, remove the module and reinstall it clicks into ...memory module: a. No error message indicates this failure. 1 memory module 2 connector see Mini RSL 10. Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card Modules: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual 9. Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the center of 14) [2/28/2004 8:26:29 AM] Slide the module ...
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..., it . Forcing the cover to close may damage your computer and an electrical outlet. 12. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/upgrades.htm (5 of 14) [2/28/2004 8:26:29 AM] Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card Modules: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to close , remove the module and reinstall it detects the additional...
..., it . Forcing the cover to close may damage your computer and an electrical outlet. 12. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/upgrades.htm (5 of 14) [2/28/2004 8:26:29 AM] Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card Modules: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to close , remove the module and reinstall it detects the additional...