Service Manual
Page 1
... trademarks and trade names may be used in the United States and/or other than its own. A00 Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual Technical Overview Before You Begin Replacing the Computer Cover Replacing the Front Panel Replacing Memory Module(s) Replacing... and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to change without the written permission of Dell Inc. Information in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Dell Studio are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in this document is strictly forbidden. Microsoft a n d ...
... trademarks and trade names may be used in the United States and/or other than its own. A00 Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual Technical Overview Before You Begin Replacing the Computer Cover Replacing the Front Panel Replacing Memory Module(s) Replacing... and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to change without the written permission of Dell Inc. Information in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Dell Studio are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in this document is strictly forbidden. Microsoft a n d ...
Service Manual
Page 2
... a cable, ensure that shipped with your computer. Turn off . l A component can be replaced or-if purchased separately-installed by Dell™ is unplugged to avoid bending any connector pins. Damage due to ensure your computer and then unplug the cable from their electrical ... protect your computer and all telephone or network cables from the computer. 4. Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual Technical Specifications Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Safety Instructions This chapter provides procedures for about 4 seconds to...
... a cable, ensure that shipped with your computer. Turn off . l A component can be replaced or-if purchased separately-installed by Dell™ is unplugged to avoid bending any connector pins. Damage due to ensure your computer and then unplug the cable from their electrical ... protect your computer and all telephone or network cables from the computer. 4. Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual Technical Specifications Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Safety Instructions This chapter provides procedures for about 4 seconds to...
Service Manual
Page 4
... the Computer Cover). 4. Replace the card retention bracket. To complete the removal procedure, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Installing a PCI/PCI Express Card 1. See Replacing the Computer Cover. For additional safety best practices information, see ... connector. 7. Remove the screw holding the card retention bracket. 5. Back to Contents Page Replacing a PCI/PCI Express Card Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual Removing a PCI/PCI Express Card Installing a PCI/PCI Express Card Replacing the Card Retention Bracket Configuring Your Computer...
... the Computer Cover). 4. Replace the card retention bracket. To complete the removal procedure, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Installing a PCI/PCI Express Card 1. See Replacing the Computer Cover. For additional safety best practices information, see ... connector. 7. Remove the screw holding the card retention bracket. 5. Back to Contents Page Replacing a PCI/PCI Express Card Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual Removing a PCI/PCI Express Card Installing a PCI/PCI Express Card Replacing the Card Retention Bracket Configuring Your Computer...
Service Manual
Page 7
... place. 1 battery (positive side) 2 battery release lever 8. Replace the computer cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Remove the computer cover (see System Board Components). Back to the manufacturer's instructions. 1. Discard used batteries according to... recorded in step 10. 2. Replace the battery only with your computer. Back to Contents Page Replacing the Battery Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with the same or equivalent ...
... place. 1 battery (positive side) 2 battery release lever 8. Replace the computer cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Remove the computer cover (see System Board Components). Back to the manufacturer's instructions. 1. Discard used batteries according to... recorded in step 10. 2. Replace the battery only with your computer. Back to Contents Page Replacing the Battery Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with the same or equivalent ...
Service Manual
Page 8
...other unexpected injuries, always unplug your computer from the computer. 6. Back to support the system with the cover removed-at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. To replace the computer cover, perform the removal procedure in Before You Begin. 2. Follow the procedures in reverse ...the computer lift it away from the electrical outlet before removing the cover. Back to Contents Page Replacing the Computer Cover Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that sufficient space exists to Contents Page Remove ...
...other unexpected injuries, always unplug your computer from the computer. 6. Back to support the system with the cover removed-at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. To replace the computer cover, perform the removal procedure in Before You Begin. 2. Follow the procedures in reverse ...the computer lift it away from the electrical outlet before removing the cover. Back to Contents Page Replacing the Computer Cover Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that sufficient space exists to Contents Page Remove ...
Service Manual
Page 9
... additional safety best practices information, see the Setup Guide. 1. For technical service, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Remove the computer cover (see Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly). Remove the processor fan and ... processor, reuse the original heat sink assembly when you are familiar with your system board. Back to Contents Page Replacing the Processor Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside the socket or allow any of the pins inside your computer, read the safety information that...
... additional safety best practices information, see the Setup Guide. 1. For technical service, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Remove the computer cover (see Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly). Remove the processor fan and ... processor, reuse the original heat sink assembly when you are familiar with your system board. Back to Contents Page Replacing the Processor Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside the socket or allow any of the pins inside your computer, read the safety information that...
Service Manual
Page 12
... towards the back of the data cable from the hard drive. NOTE: The system does not support IDE devices. Back to Contents Page Replacing Drives Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual Replacing a Hard Drive Replacing a CD/DVD Drive Replacing the FlexDock Removing the FlexDock Break-Away Metal Plate Replacing the FlexDock Drive Inserts...
... towards the back of the data cable from the hard drive. NOTE: The system does not support IDE devices. Back to Contents Page Replacing Drives Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual Replacing a Hard Drive Replacing a CD/DVD Drive Replacing the FlexDock Removing the FlexDock Break-Away Metal Plate Replacing the FlexDock Drive Inserts...
Service Manual
Page 18
...: Despite having a plastic shield, the heat sink fan assembly may be very hot during normal operation. Back to Contents Page Replacing Fans Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual Replacing the Chassis Fan Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information... touch the fan blades when you are removing the chassis fan. Remove the computer cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see Replacing the Computer Cover). 3.
...: Despite having a plastic shield, the heat sink fan assembly may be very hot during normal operation. Back to Contents Page Replacing Fans Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual Replacing the Chassis Fan Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information... touch the fan blades when you are removing the chassis fan. Remove the computer cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see Replacing the Computer Cover). 3.
Service Manual
Page 20
Replace the computer cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at a time to Contents Page Replacing the Front Panel Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see Replacing ...
Replace the computer cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at a time to Contents Page Replacing the Front Panel Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see Replacing ...
Service Manual
Page 21
... system board. 6. Reconnect the cables to computer problems. 5. Replace the screw that shipped with your computer. Back to Contents Page Replacing the Front I/O Panel Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secures the I/O panel to the chassis. 10. Follow the procedures in Before...
... system board. 6. Reconnect the cables to computer problems. 5. Replace the screw that shipped with your computer. Back to Contents Page Replacing the Front I/O Panel Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secures the I/O panel to the chassis. 10. Follow the procedures in Before...
Service Manual
Page 22
... upwards. Locate the memory modules on the memory module connector. NOTICE: Do not install ECC memory modules. Back to Contents Page Replacing Memory Module(s) Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that you may not start properly. If possible, do not pair an original...
... upwards. Locate the memory modules on the memory module connector. NOTICE: Do not install ECC memory modules. Back to Contents Page Replacing Memory Module(s) Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that you may not start properly. If possible, do not pair an original...
Service Manual
Page 24
... front of the computer. NOTE: Note the routing of the system grounding. 7. NOTE: Double-check all cable connections to Contents Page Replacing the Power Supply Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer. Replace the computer cover (see the Setup Guide. 1. NOTICE: Do not perform the following steps unless... and replacement. CAUTION: To guard against likelihood of the computer chassis. 1 power supply 2 screws (4) 5. Remove the computer cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
... front of the computer. NOTE: Note the routing of the system grounding. 7. NOTE: Double-check all cable connections to Contents Page Replacing the Power Supply Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer. Replace the computer cover (see the Setup Guide. 1. NOTICE: Do not perform the following steps unless... and replacement. CAUTION: To guard against likelihood of the computer chassis. 1 power supply 2 screws (4) 5. Remove the computer cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Service Manual
Page 26
... the rubber foot to secure the rubber foot to the chassis. 1 rubber foot pin 3 rubber foot slot Back to Contents Page Replacing the Rubber Foot Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer.
... the rubber foot to secure the rubber foot to the chassis. 1 rubber foot pin 3 rubber foot slot Back to Contents Page Replacing the Rubber Foot Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer.
Service Manual
Page 27
... (see Replacing Memory Module(s)), make sure that you are sure to the existing connectors on replacement system boards are preset at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For technical assistance, see Replacing the Processor). Remove the memory modules (see Replacing a PCI/PCI Express Card). An...of each memory socket so that shipped with hardware removal and replacement. Back to Contents Page Replacing the System Board Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that the memory modules can get very hot during...
... (see Replacing Memory Module(s)), make sure that you are sure to the existing connectors on replacement system boards are preset at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For technical assistance, see Replacing the Processor). Remove the memory modules (see Replacing a PCI/PCI Express Card). An...of each memory socket so that shipped with hardware removal and replacement. Back to Contents Page Replacing the System Board Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that the memory modules can get very hot during...
Service Manual
Page 29
...installed hardware, power conservation, and security features. Appears on the left side of the System Setup window. When the blue DELL™ logo is recommended that define the configuration of the System Setup window and contains help information about your computer and ...174; desktop. Turn on the screen is highlighted, the Options Field displays the option's current and available settings. This field provides a menu to access to your current settings. Information on (or restart) your computer. Back to Contents Page System Setup Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual...
...installed hardware, power conservation, and security features. Appears on the left side of the System Setup window. When the blue DELL™ logo is recommended that define the configuration of the System Setup window and contains help information about your computer and ...174; desktop. Turn on the screen is highlighted, the Options Field displays the option's current and available settings. This field provides a menu to access to your current settings. Information on (or restart) your computer. Back to Contents Page System Setup Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual...
Service Manual
Page 34
Inside View of Your Computer System Board Components CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. Back to Contents Page Technical Overview Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual Inside View of Your Computer 1 optional hard drive 3 FlexDock 5 power supply 2 hard drive 4 optional CD or DVD drive 6 CD or DVD drive System Board Components 1 processor socket (CPU) 2 processor fan connector For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Inside View of Your Computer System Board Components CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. Back to Contents Page Technical Overview Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual Inside View of Your Computer 1 optional hard drive 3 FlexDock 5 power supply 2 hard drive 4 optional CD or DVD drive 6 CD or DVD drive System Board Components 1 processor socket (CPU) 2 processor fan connector For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Service Manual
Page 36
Back to Contents Page Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information ...indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Microsoft a n d Windows are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Dell Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction of these materials in any proprietary interest in this document is strictly forbidden....or registered trademarks of Dell Inc. Trademarks used in this document to refer to Contents Page Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Dell Studio are either the ...
Back to Contents Page Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information ...indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Microsoft a n d Windows are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Dell Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction of these materials in any proprietary interest in this document is strictly forbidden....or registered trademarks of Dell Inc. Trademarks used in this document to refer to Contents Page Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Dell Studio are either the ...
Setup Guide
Page 5
... the Power Buttons on Your Computer and Display 10 Windows Vista Setup 11 Connect to the Internet (Optional 11 Using Your Studio 540 14 Front View Features 14 Back View Features 17 Back Panel Connectors 18 Software Features 20 Solving Problems 22 Network Problems 22... Power Problems 23 Memory Problems 25 Lockups and Software Problems 26 Using Support Tools 28 Dell Support Center 28 System Messages 29 Hardware Troubleshooter 30 Dell Diagnostics 31 System Recovery Options 33 System Restore 33 Dell Factory Image Restore 34 Operating System Reinstallation 36 3
... the Power Buttons on Your Computer and Display 10 Windows Vista Setup 11 Connect to the Internet (Optional 11 Using Your Studio 540 14 Front View Features 14 Back View Features 17 Back Panel Connectors 18 Software Features 20 Solving Problems 22 Network Problems 22... Power Problems 23 Memory Problems 25 Lockups and Software Problems 26 Using Support Tools 28 Dell Support Center 28 System Messages 29 Hardware Troubleshooter 30 Dell Diagnostics 31 System Recovery Options 33 System Restore 33 Dell Factory Image Restore 34 Operating System Reinstallation 36 3
Setup Guide
Page 7
...and a level surface to place your computer in an enclosed space, such as a cabinet or drawer when it to overheat. Restricting airflow around your Studio 540 and connecting peripherals. To prevent overheating ensure that you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at the back of the computer and a minimum of... 5.1 cm (2 inches) on . 5 Setting Up Your Studio 540 This section provides information about setting up your Studio 540 may cause it is powered on all other sides. You should never place your computer.
...and a level surface to place your computer in an enclosed space, such as a cabinet or drawer when it to overheat. Restricting airflow around your Studio 540 and connecting peripherals. To prevent overheating ensure that you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at the back of the computer and a minimum of... 5.1 cm (2 inches) on . 5 Setting Up Your Studio 540 This section provides information about setting up your Studio 540 may cause it is powered on all other sides. You should never place your computer.
Setup Guide
Page 8
Setting Up Your Studio 540 Connect the Display Your computer uses one of two different connectors for displays such as monitors and projectors. -OR- NOTE: A DVI connector may be available on your computer if you purchased an optional discreet graphics card. 6 The VGA connector carries only video signals for displays such as TVs and monitors with integrated speakers. The HDMI connector is a high-performance digital connector that carries both video and audio signals for connecting the display.
Setting Up Your Studio 540 Connect the Display Your computer uses one of two different connectors for displays such as monitors and projectors. -OR- NOTE: A DVI connector may be available on your computer if you purchased an optional discreet graphics card. 6 The VGA connector carries only video signals for displays such as TVs and monitors with integrated speakers. The HDMI connector is a high-performance digital connector that carries both video and audio signals for connecting the display.