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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 and Display Assembly ... A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you make better use of 2) [2/28/2004 8:26:18 AM] file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/index.htm (1 of your computer. Information in this document is subject to avoid the problem. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for I/O Connectors Mini...
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 and Display Assembly ... A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you make better use of 2) [2/28/2004 8:26:18 AM] file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/index.htm (1 of your computer. Information in this document is subject to avoid the problem. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for I/O Connectors Mini...
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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 installing the components in your System Information... following tools: q Small flat-blade screwdriver 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]
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 installing the components in your System Information... following tools: q Small flat-blade screwdriver 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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... you pull connectors apart, keep them evenly aligned to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Ensure that the ... the cable from potential damage and to ensure your computer and then unplug it . NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on the cable itself. CAUTION: Handle components and cards with locking tabs; Disconnect any ...its edges or by its metal mounting bracket. Before You Begin: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Use the following steps before .htm (2 of cable, press in the System Information Guide.
... you pull connectors apart, keep them evenly aligned to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Ensure that the ... the cable from potential damage and to ensure your computer and then unplug it . NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on the cable itself. CAUTION: Handle components and cards with locking tabs; Disconnect any ...its edges or by its metal mounting bracket. Before You Begin: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Use the following steps before .htm (2 of cable, press in the System Information Guide.
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... bottom of 7) [2/28/2004 8:26:24 AM] 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. Before You Begin: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual 6. Remove any installed Secure Digital memory card from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to ground the system...
... bottom of 7) [2/28/2004 8:26:24 AM] 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. Before You Begin: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual 6. Remove any installed Secure Digital memory card from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to ground the system...
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Remove the hard drive. 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 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.
Remove the hard drive. 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 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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Before You Begin: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Screw Identification Placemat When you must use a screw of the screws. Ensure that the screw is properly aligned with its corresponding hole, and avoid overtightening. 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 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]
Before You Begin: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Screw Identification Placemat When you must use a screw of the screws. Ensure that the screw is properly aligned with its corresponding hole, and avoid overtightening. 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 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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... test results can provide important information for technical assistance. q Receive error messages if problems are having. 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] q Choose how many times a test is...
... test results can provide important information for technical assistance. q Receive error messages if problems are having. 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] q Choose how many times a test is...
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... highlight Diagnostics and press . The Dell Diagnostics is connected to the next file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/diag.htm (2 of your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell. 1. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Dell Diagnostics: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual It is recommended that came with ...mute button and press the computer's power button to wait until you see the Windows desktop. Then shut down your Dell™ computer only. q If a failure is detected, the computer stops and beeps. See the documentation that you ...
... highlight Diagnostics and press . The Dell Diagnostics is connected to the next file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/diag.htm (2 of your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell. 1. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Dell Diagnostics: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual It is recommended that came with ...mute button and press the computer's power button to wait until you see the Windows desktop. Then shut down your Dell™ computer only. q If a failure is detected, the computer stops and beeps. See the documentation that you ...
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... option you are detected during a test, a message appears with an error code and a description of 4) [2/28/2004 8:26:25 AM] Dell Diagnostics: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual test, press ; Extended Test Performs a thorough check of devices. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1. This test typically takes an hour or more and requires you to select a test based on the...
... option you are detected during a test, a message appears with an error code and a description of 4) [2/28/2004 8:26:25 AM] Dell Diagnostics: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual test, press ; Extended Test Performs a thorough check of devices. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1. This test typically takes an hour or more and requires you to select a test based on the...
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... it displays the information in the device list in the following table for contact information. When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu screen. Dell Diagnostics: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Owner's Manual for more information.
... it displays the information in the device list in the following table for contact information. When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu screen. Dell Diagnostics: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Owner's Manual for more information.
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NOTICE: Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in this manual assumes that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by performing the removal procedure in reverse order. System Components: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Back to servicing that a part can be replaced by your computer. 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.
NOTICE: Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in this manual assumes that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by performing the removal procedure in reverse order. System Components: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Back to servicing that a part can be replaced by your computer. 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.
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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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...the computer in a power management mode, or connected 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. Battery: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Back to an electrical outlet. 2. NOTICE: If you choose to replace... The computer will shut down shortly after this section, follow the safety instructions in the System Information Guide. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/battery.htm (1 of 3) [2/28/2004 8:26:26 AM]
...the computer in a power management mode, or connected 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. Battery: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual Back to an electrical outlet. 2. NOTICE: If you choose to replace... The computer will shut down shortly after this section, follow the safety instructions in the System Information Guide. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/battery.htm (1 of 3) [2/28/2004 8:26:26 AM]
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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. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/battery.htm (2 of 3) [2/28/2004 8:26:26 AM]
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... and battery. See the "Specifications" section in the System Information Guide. 1. Remove any attached devices. 6. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/upgrades.htm (1 of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in your computer warranty. CAUTION: Before... shut down the computer. 3. 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 ...
... and battery. See the "Specifications" section in the System Information Guide. 1. Remove any attached devices. 6. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/upgrades.htm (1 of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in your computer warranty. CAUTION: Before... shut down the computer. 3. 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 ...
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... tools to ground yourself periodically during this procedure. 7. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/upgrades.htm (2 of the computer. Continue to spread the memory module securing clips. Ground yourself by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts. Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card Modules: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual NOTICE: Handle components and cards by touching a metal connector...
... tools to ground yourself periodically during this procedure. 7. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/upgrades.htm (2 of the computer. Continue to spread the memory module securing clips. Ground yourself by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts. Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card Modules: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual NOTICE: Handle components and cards by touching a metal connector...
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... the computer. Remove the module from the connector. 1 memory module 2 securing clips (2) see Mini RSL file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/upgrades.htm (3 of 14) [2/28/2004 8:26:29 AM] Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card Modules: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual 8. Continue to carefully spread apart the securing clips on the back of the memory module connector until...
... the computer. Remove the module from the connector. 1 memory module 2 securing clips (2) see Mini RSL file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/upgrades.htm (3 of 14) [2/28/2004 8:26:29 AM] Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card Modules: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual 8. Continue to carefully spread apart the securing clips on the back of the memory module connector until...
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... the module down until it . Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card Modules: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual 9. Ground yourself and install the new memory module: a. b. No error message indicates this failure. 1 memory module 2 connector see Mini RSL 10. Replace the cover. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/upgrades.htm (4 of the connector slot. Align the notch in the module...
... the module down until it . Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card Modules: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual 9. Ground yourself and install the new memory module: a. b. No error message indicates this failure. 1 memory module 2 connector see Mini RSL 10. Replace the cover. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/upgrades.htm (4 of the connector slot. Align the notch in the module...
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Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card Modules: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to close may damage your computer and an electrical outlet. 12. Insert the battery into the battery bay, or ... configuration information. Turn on the computer. Forcing the cover to your computer. 1 captive screw (2) 2 memory module cover H0164 11. As the computer boots, it . 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 may damage your computer and an electrical outlet. 12. Insert the battery into the battery bay, or ... configuration information. Turn on the computer. Forcing the cover to your computer. 1 captive screw (2) 2 memory module cover H0164 11. As the computer boots, it . file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/x300/upgrades.htm (5 of 14) [2/28/2004 8:26:29 AM]