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... indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you make better use of Dell Inc.; Reproduction of these materials in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Dell Studio are either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Microsoft a n d Windows... PCI/PCI Express Card Replacing Drives Replacing Fans Replacing the Front I/O Panel Replacing the Processor Replacing the System Board Replacing the Power Supply Replacing the Battery Replacing the Rubber Foot System Setup Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that...
... indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you make better use of Dell Inc.; Reproduction of these materials in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Dell Studio are either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Microsoft a n d Windows... PCI/PCI Express Card Replacing Drives Replacing Fans Replacing the Front I/O Panel Replacing the Processor Replacing the System Board Replacing the Power Supply Replacing the Battery Replacing the Rubber Foot System Setup Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that...
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... to help protect your computer from their electrical outlets. 5. Disconnect your computer. 1. Press and hold the power button for removing and installing the components in your computer. 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...
... to help protect your computer from their electrical outlets. 5. Disconnect your computer. 1. Press and hold the power button for removing and installing the components in your computer. 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...
Service Manual
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...touch it. 3. NOTICE: Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the pins in a safe and secure place. Disconnect the power cables from the tab that the socket is required for the new processor. Remove the processor fan and heat sink assembly from the socket,...the computer (see the Setup Guide. 1. Remove the computer cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Back to Contents Page Replacing the Processor Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside the socket or allow any objects to fall on the back...
...touch it. 3. NOTICE: Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the pins in a safe and secure place. Disconnect the power cables from the tab that the socket is required for the new processor. Remove the processor fan and heat sink assembly from the socket,...the computer (see the Setup Guide. 1. Remove the computer cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Back to Contents Page Replacing the Processor Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside the socket or allow any objects to fall on the back...
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...the processor is correctly seated and secure. 18. Replace the processor fan and heat sink assembly (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 20. Connect the power cables from the bottom of the heat sink. NOTICE: Socket pins are delicate. Back to the top of the processor and socket. NOTICE: ... lightly in the socket to avoid permanent damage to touch or bend the pins on the socket. 14. Clean the thermal grease from the ATX POWER and ATX_CPU connectors (see System Board Components) on . New thermal grease is critical for optimal processor operation. 16. NOTICE: Ensure that position....
...the processor is correctly seated and secure. 18. Replace the processor fan and heat sink assembly (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 20. Connect the power cables from the bottom of the heat sink. NOTICE: Socket pins are delicate. Back to the top of the processor and socket. NOTICE: ... lightly in the socket to avoid permanent damage to touch or bend the pins on the socket. 14. Clean the thermal grease from the ATX POWER and ATX_CPU connectors (see System Board Components) on . New thermal grease is critical for optimal processor operation. 16. NOTICE: Ensure that position....
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... Homepage at a later time. 1 screws (4) 2 system board connector (any available connector SATA0, SATA1, SATA4, and SATA5) 3 serial ATA data 4 power cable cable 5 hard drive 4. Slide the drive out towards the back of the data cable from the hard drive. Disconnect the... power and data cables from the system board and set it aside. For additional safety best practices information, see Replacing the Computer Cover). 3. NOTE: The system does not support IDE devices. Back to Contents Page Replacing Drives Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual ...
... Homepage at a later time. 1 screws (4) 2 system board connector (any available connector SATA0, SATA1, SATA4, and SATA5) 3 serial ATA data 4 power cable cable 5 hard drive 4. Slide the drive out towards the back of the data cable from the hard drive. Disconnect the... power and data cables from the system board and set it aside. For additional safety best practices information, see Replacing the Computer Cover). 3. NOTE: The system does not support IDE devices. Back to Contents Page Replacing Drives Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual ...
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...the Front Panel). 1 custom 2 screw holes in 3 system board connector (any screws (2) the CD/DVD drive available connector SATA0, SATA1, bay SATA4, and SATA5) 4 power cable 5 data cable 6 CD/DVD drive 4. Align the screw holes in the CD/DVD drive with the screw holes in your computer and devices to... the chassis. 11. Connect the power and data cables to the chassis. 6. Replace the two screws securing the CD/DVD drive to electrical outlets, and then turn them on. Connect...
...the Front Panel). 1 custom 2 screw holes in 3 system board connector (any screws (2) the CD/DVD drive available connector SATA0, SATA1, bay SATA4, and SATA5) 4 power cable 5 data cable 6 CD/DVD drive 4. Align the screw holes in the CD/DVD drive with the screw holes in your computer and devices to... the chassis. 11. Connect the power and data cables to the chassis. 6. Replace the two screws securing the CD/DVD drive to electrical outlets, and then turn them on. Connect...
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... properly when you remove them from being damaged. 8. Remove the four screws that secure the power supply to Contents Page Replacing the Power Supply Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer. CAUTION: Failure to prevent them from... the power supply and disconnect each power connector before removing the cover. Performing these steps incorrectly could damage your computer...
... properly when you remove them from being damaged. 8. Remove the four screws that secure the power supply to Contents Page Replacing the Power Supply Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer. CAUTION: Failure to prevent them from... the power supply and disconnect each power connector before removing the cover. Performing these steps incorrectly could damage your computer...
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... Computer) and try again. Displays the SATA drive integrated on SATA0. Back to Contents Page System Setup Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual Overview Clearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing CMOS Settings Flashing the BIOS Overview Use system setup ...to the Options List. Then, shut down the system setup screen information for your computer, including installed hardware, power conservation, and security features. Options List - Press to return to : l Change the system configuration information after you... to your computer (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop.
... Computer) and try again. Displays the SATA drive integrated on SATA0. Back to Contents Page System Setup Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual Overview Clearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing CMOS Settings Flashing the BIOS Overview Use system setup ...to the Options List. Then, shut down the system setup screen information for your computer, including installed hardware, power conservation, and security features. Options List - Press to return to : l Change the system configuration information after you... to your computer (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop.
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USB Configuration Allows you see the Microsoft Windows desktop. Auto Power On Enables you to set an alarm to turn on the computer automatically (0:00:00 by default). Auto Power On Time Enables you to enable or disable the CPU features that are connected to boot from the primary hard drive. The ... Date Enables you to enable, disable or change the boot sequence for example, to boot from the CD/DVD drive to run the Dell Diagnostics on the computer when a user tries to turn on the computer automatically. AC Recovery Off; On; Last (Off by default). Boot Boot Device...
USB Configuration Allows you see the Microsoft Windows desktop. Auto Power On Enables you to set an alarm to turn on the computer automatically (0:00:00 by default). Auto Power On Time Enables you to enable or disable the CPU features that are connected to boot from the primary hard drive. The ... Date Enables you to enable, disable or change the boot sequence for example, to boot from the CD/DVD drive to run the Dell Diagnostics on the computer when a user tries to turn on the computer automatically. AC Recovery Off; On; Last (Off by default). Boot Boot Device...
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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.
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... 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 ...
... 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 ...
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....2 cm (4 inches) at the back of the computer and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on . 5 You should never place your Studio 540 may cause it is powered on all other sides. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer, ensure that you allow easy access to... a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to overheat. Restricting airflow around your computer in an enclosed space, such as a cabinet or drawer when it to place your Studio 540 and connecting peripherals. Setting Up Your Studio 540 This section provides information about...
....2 cm (4 inches) at the back of the computer and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on . 5 You should never place your Studio 540 may cause it is powered on all other sides. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer, ensure that you allow easy access to... a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to overheat. Restricting airflow around your computer in an enclosed space, such as a cabinet or drawer when it to place your Studio 540 and connecting peripherals. Setting Up Your Studio 540 This section provides information about...
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Setting Up Your Studio 540 Connect the Power Cables for Your Display and Computer Press the Power Buttons on Your Computer and Display 10
Setting Up Your Studio 540 Connect the Power Cables for Your Display and Computer Press the Power Buttons on Your Computer and Display 10
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...8226; Solid amber - NOTICE: To avoid loss of data, never turn off when pressed. there may be a problem with either the system board or power supply. 9 Hard drive activity light - Connects to high-speed serial multimedia devices such as digital video cameras. 6 Line-in... to eject a disc from the optical drive. 5 IEEE 1394 connector - Press to a powered speaker or sound system, use the audio out or S/PDIF connector on when the computer reads or writes data. Using Your Studio 540 8 Power button and light - The light in sleep state. • Solid white - Turns on the...
...8226; Solid amber - NOTICE: To avoid loss of data, never turn off when pressed. there may be a problem with either the system board or power supply. 9 Hard drive activity light - Connects to high-speed serial multimedia devices such as digital video cameras. 6 Line-in... to eject a disc from the optical drive. 5 IEEE 1394 connector - Press to a powered speaker or sound system, use the audio out or S/PDIF connector on when the computer reads or writes data. Using Your Studio 540 8 Power button and light - The light in sleep state. • Solid white - Turns on the...
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...device. 3 Expansion card slots (4) - Back View Features 7 6 5 4 3 Using Your Studio 540 1 Security cable slot - Select the region specific voltage range. 7 Power connector - Connects to the power socket. 17 Plug USB, audio, and other devices into the appropriate connector. 2 5 Power supply light - NOTE: Before you buy a lock, ensure that it works with.... 4 Back panel connectors - Access connectors for a security cable used as an anti-theft device. Connects your computer. 2 Padlock rings - Indicates power availability for power supply. 6 Voltage selector switch -
...device. 3 Expansion card slots (4) - Back View Features 7 6 5 4 3 Using Your Studio 540 1 Security cable slot - Select the region specific voltage range. 7 Power connector - Connects to the power socket. 17 Plug USB, audio, and other devices into the appropriate connector. 2 5 Power supply light - NOTE: Before you buy a lock, ensure that it works with.... 4 Back panel connectors - Access connectors for a security cable used as an anti-theft device. Connects your computer. 2 Padlock rings - Indicates power availability for power supply. 6 Voltage selector switch -
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... system to configure the power settings on your computer. Backing Up Your Data It is recommended that you need it and saves power during periods of energy consumed by your activity and by reducing the amount of inactivity. • Power saver - Using Your Studio 540 Customizing Your Energy... Settings You can use the power options in the Back up files and folders on your computer. Click Start → Control Panel→ ...
... system to configure the power settings on your computer. Backing Up Your Data It is recommended that you need it and saves power during periods of energy consumed by your activity and by reducing the amount of inactivity. • Power saver - Using Your Studio 540 Customizing Your Energy... Settings You can use the power options in the Back up files and folders on your computer. Click Start → Control Panel→ ...
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... (cable modem or network hub). • Re-establish your wireless router to solve your problem using the following location: http://www.dell.com/regulatory_ compliance. Click Start → Connect To. CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with... website at the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 28 or "Contacting Dell" on page 43. c. Network Problems Wireless Connections If the network connection is powered on the computer. • Check your connection to complete the setup. 22 Solving Problems This ...
... (cable modem or network hub). • Re-establish your wireless router to solve your problem using the following location: http://www.dell.com/regulatory_ compliance. Click Start → Connect To. CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with... website at the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 28 or "Contacting Dell" on page 43. c. Network Problems Wireless Connections If the network connection is powered on the computer. • Check your connection to complete the setup. 22 Solving Problems This ...
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... turned off - NOTE: The link integrity light on the network connector is working and provides information on . Also bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to verify that the computer turns on properly. • Ensure that your connection is off or is not receiving... the wired cable connection. A good connection exists between a 10/100-Mbps network and the computer. • Orange - Power Problems If the power light is working by testing it is lost - Solving Problems Wired Connections If the network connection is plugged in and not damaged...
... turned off - NOTE: The link integrity light on the network connector is working and provides information on . Also bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to verify that the computer turns on properly. • Ensure that your connection is off or is not receiving... the wired cable connection. A good connection exists between a 10/100-Mbps network and the computer. • Orange - Power Problems If the power light is working by testing it is lost - Solving Problems Wired Connections If the network connection is plugged in and not damaged...
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... removing and replacing memory modules, see "Contacting Dell" on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). The computer is receiving electrical power, but a device might be connected or powered on the trackpad or a connected mouse, or press the power button to resume normal operation. For assistance contact Dell, see the Service Manual on page 43. The...
... removing and replacing memory modules, see "Contacting Dell" on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). The computer is receiving electrical power, but a device might be connected or powered on the trackpad or a connected mouse, or press the power button to resume normal operation. For assistance contact Dell, see the Service Manual on page 43. The...
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...Click Applications. 3. Check the software documentation. Turn the computer off . Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system - In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. Follow the..., uninstall and then reinstall the program. NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in an environment similar to the electrical outlet. Ensure that the power cable is firmly connected to the computer and to non-Windows Vista operating system environments. 1. If a program stops responding - Click End Task...
...Click Applications. 3. Check the software documentation. Turn the computer off . Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system - In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. Follow the..., uninstall and then reinstall the program. NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in an environment similar to the electrical outlet. Ensure that the power cable is firmly connected to the computer and to non-Windows Vista operating system environments. 1. If a program stops responding - Click End Task...