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... property damage, personal injury, or death. Reproduction of these materials in the U.S. Model: DCSLA August 2008 Rev. Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual Technical Overview Before You Begin Replacing the Computer Cover Replacing the Support Bracket Replacing the Front Panel Replacing Memory Module(s) ...rights reserved. is subject to either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Dell Studio are trademarks of Dell Inc. Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation in any proprietary interest in this document ...
... property damage, personal injury, or death. Reproduction of these materials in the U.S. Model: DCSLA August 2008 Rev. Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual Technical Overview Before You Begin Replacing the Computer Cover Replacing the Support Bracket Replacing the Front Panel Replacing Memory Module(s) ...rights reserved. is subject to either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Dell Studio are trademarks of Dell Inc. Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation in any proprietary interest in this document ...
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...computer from the network device. 3. Ensure that shipped with locking tabs; Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual Technical Specifications Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Safety Instructions This chapter provides procedures for about 4 seconds to ...certified service technician should perform repairs on the cable itself. Some cables have read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell™ is unplugged to avoid bending any connector pins. if you shut down the operating system. 2. Also, before you pull...
...computer from the network device. 3. Ensure that shipped with locking tabs; Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual Technical Specifications Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Safety Instructions This chapter provides procedures for about 4 seconds to ...certified service technician should perform repairs on the cable itself. Some cables have read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell™ is unplugged to avoid bending any connector pins. if you shut down the operating system. 2. Also, before you pull...
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.../regulatory_compliance. 1. Ensure that shipped with the slot in Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page Replacing the Support Bracket Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that the support bracket is seated correctly and then replace the card retention bracket. 11. ...
.../regulatory_compliance. 1. Ensure that shipped with the slot in Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page Replacing the Support Bracket Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that the support bracket is seated correctly and then replace the card retention bracket. 11. ...
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... 2. Pull the rubber foot and pull it away from the chassis until it is released. Back to Contents Page Replacing the Rubber Foot Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual Replacing the Rubber Foot on the Side of Your Computer Replacing the Rubber Foot on the Bottom of Your Computer CAUTION: Before working inside... information that shipped with the computer cover facing the side. 3. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Pull the rubber foot away from the chassis until it is released.
... 2. Pull the rubber foot and pull it away from the chassis until it is released. Back to Contents Page Replacing the Rubber Foot Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual Replacing the Rubber Foot on the Side of Your Computer Replacing the Rubber Foot on the Bottom of Your Computer CAUTION: Before working inside... information that shipped with the computer cover facing the side. 3. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Pull the rubber foot away from the chassis until it is released.
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...Replacing the Support Bracket). 6. If you are replacing an existing card, go to Contents Page Replacing PCI/PCI Express Card(s) Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual Removing a PCI/PCI Express Card Installing a PCI/PCI Express Card Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI/PCI Express...outlets, and then turn them on its connector. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing a PCI/PCI Express Card 1. Release the card retention bracket by its top corners, and then ease ...
...Replacing the Support Bracket). 6. If you are replacing an existing card, go to Contents Page Replacing PCI/PCI Express Card(s) Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual Removing a PCI/PCI Express Card Installing a PCI/PCI Express Card Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI/PCI Express...outlets, and then turn them on its connector. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing a PCI/PCI Express Card 1. Release the card retention bracket by its top corners, and then ease ...
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... battery release lever 8. Replace the computer cover (see System Board Components). Back to Contents Page Replacing the Battery Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with the side labeled "+" facing up,...battery can restore the correct settings in Before You Begin. 3. Remove the computer cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Discard used batteries according to electrical outlets, and then turn them on the system board. 1 battery (positive side...
... battery release lever 8. Replace the computer cover (see System Board Components). Back to Contents Page Replacing the Battery Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with the side labeled "+" facing up,...battery can restore the correct settings in Before You Begin. 3. Remove the computer cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Discard used batteries according to electrical outlets, and then turn them on the system board. 1 battery (positive side...
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... two screws that sufficient space exists to support the system with your computer. Back to Contents Page Replacing the Computer Cover Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with the cover removed-at www....dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: To guard against likelihood of electric shock, laceration by moving fan blades or other unexpected injuries, always...
... two screws that sufficient space exists to support the system with your computer. Back to Contents Page Replacing the Computer Cover Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with the cover removed-at www....dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: To guard against likelihood of electric shock, laceration by moving fan blades or other unexpected injuries, always...
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...Remove the processor fan and heat sink assembly (see Replacing the Computer Cover). Back to Contents Page Replacing the Processor Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside the socket or allow any objects to fall on the pins in the socket. 7. Remove... for the new processor. For additional safety best practices information, see the Setup Guide. 1. To contact Dell for technical assistance, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTE: Unless a new heat sink is ready for the new processor, reuse the original ...
...Remove the processor fan and heat sink assembly (see Replacing the Computer Cover). Back to Contents Page Replacing the Processor Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside the socket or allow any objects to fall on the pins in the socket. 7. Remove... for the new processor. For additional safety best practices information, see the Setup Guide. 1. To contact Dell for technical assistance, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTE: Unless a new heat sink is ready for the new processor, reuse the original ...
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...If you are replacing a hard drive that contains data you must ensure that the changes are not replacing the hard drive at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. To replace the hard drive, check the documentation for your computer, enter system setup (see System Setup), then go...not support IDE devices. NOTE: The 3.5-inch Media Card Reader is configured for the drive to Contents Page Replacing Drives Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual Replacing the Hard Drive Replacing the Optical Drive Replacing the Media Card Reader Replacing the FlexDock Removing the FlexBay/FlexDock Break-...
...If you are replacing a hard drive that contains data you must ensure that the changes are not replacing the hard drive at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. To replace the hard drive, check the documentation for your computer, enter system setup (see System Setup), then go...not support IDE devices. NOTE: The 3.5-inch Media Card Reader is configured for the drive to Contents Page Replacing Drives Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual Replacing the Hard Drive Replacing the Optical Drive Replacing the Media Card Reader Replacing the FlexDock Removing the FlexBay/FlexDock Break-...
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...screw that shipped with the heat sink is one single unit. Replace the computer cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Follow the procedures in place. 8. Connect the chassis fan cable to remove the fan separately. For additional safety...unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before you are removing the chassis fan. Back to Contents Page Replacing Fans Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual Replacing the Chassis Fan Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the...
...screw that shipped with the heat sink is one single unit. Replace the computer cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Follow the procedures in place. 8. Connect the chassis fan cable to remove the fan separately. For additional safety...unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before you are removing the chassis fan. Back to Contents Page Replacing Fans Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual Replacing the Chassis Fan Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the...
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... tabs (3) 3. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Grasp and lift the front panel top tabs one at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Back to Contents Page Replacing the Front Panel Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best...
... tabs (3) 3. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Grasp and lift the front panel top tabs one at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Back to Contents Page Replacing the Front Panel Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best...
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... the screw that secures the I/O panel to the chassis. 7. Replace any expansion cards (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Carefully remove the existing I/O panel from the system board. 6. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2....routed or a disconnected cable could lead to the system board. 12. Back to Contents Page Replacing the Front I/O Panel Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that you disconnect it, so that shipped with your computer ...
... the screw that secures the I/O panel to the chassis. 7. Replace any expansion cards (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Carefully remove the existing I/O panel from the system board. 6. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2....routed or a disconnected cable could lead to the system board. 12. Back to Contents Page Replacing the Front I/O Panel Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that you disconnect it, so that shipped with your computer ...
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... or A pair of PC2-5300 (DDR2 667-MHz) and PC2-6400 (DDR2 800-MHz) memory, the memory modules function at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Locate the memory modules on the system board (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at the speed of memory modules in DIMM.... 1 securing clip 2 memory module connector 5. Follow the procedures in the connector. Back to Contents Page Replacing Memory Module(s) Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that you may not start properly. Remove the computer cover (see...
... or A pair of PC2-5300 (DDR2 667-MHz) and PC2-6400 (DDR2 800-MHz) memory, the memory modules function at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Locate the memory modules on the system board (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at the speed of memory modules in DIMM.... 1 securing clip 2 memory module connector 5. Follow the procedures in the connector. Back to Contents Page Replacing Memory Module(s) Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that you may not start properly. Remove the computer cover (see...
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Back to Contents Page Replacing the Power Supply Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that stem from the power supply and disconnect each power connector before removing the cover...the back of electric shock, laceration by moving fan blades or other unexpected injuries, always unplug your computer. To contact Dell for technical assistance, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTE: Note the routing of the computer and lift it out. 6. Reconnect the DC power cables to...
Back to Contents Page Replacing the Power Supply Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that stem from the power supply and disconnect each power connector before removing the cover...the back of electric shock, laceration by moving fan blades or other unexpected injuries, always unplug your computer. To contact Dell for technical assistance, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTE: Note the routing of the computer and lift it out. 6. Reconnect the DC power cables to...
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...the screw holes on the system board with hardware removal and replacement. NOTICE: Ensure that you are preset at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTICE: Do not perform the following steps unless you are replacing the system board, visually compare the ... Replace the processor (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at the factory. 9. Back to Contents Page Replacing the System Board Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your system board. Performing these steps incorrectly...
...the screw holes on the system board with hardware removal and replacement. NOTICE: Ensure that you are preset at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTICE: Do not perform the following steps unless you are replacing the system board, visually compare the ... Replace the processor (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at the factory. 9. Back to Contents Page Replacing the System Board Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your system board. Performing these steps incorrectly...
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... user, do not change the settings for your computer. SATA port not present. Back to Contents Page System Setup Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual Overview Clearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing CMOS Settings Flashing the BIOS Overview Use system setup to: l Change the system configuration information...watch for it is highlighted, the Options Field displays the option's current and available settings. Entering System Setup 1. When the blue DELL™ logo is divided into three areas: the options list, active options field, and key functions. NOTE: The F2 prompt indicates...
... user, do not change the settings for your computer. SATA port not present. Back to Contents Page System Setup Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual Overview Clearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing CMOS Settings Flashing the BIOS Overview Use system setup to: l Change the system configuration information...watch for it is highlighted, the Options Field displays the option's current and available settings. Entering System Setup 1. When the blue DELL™ logo is divided into three areas: the options list, active options field, and key functions. NOTE: The F2 prompt indicates...
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Inside View of Your Computer System Board Components CAUTION: Before working inside your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Back to Contents Page Technical Overview Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual Inside View of Your Computer 1 power supply 3 front I/O panel 5 optical drive 2 hard drive 4 FlexBay with your computer, read the safety information that shipped with optional Media Card Reader 6 chassis fan System Board Components
Inside View of Your Computer System Board Components CAUTION: Before working inside your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Back to Contents Page Technical Overview Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual Inside View of Your Computer 1 power supply 3 front I/O panel 5 optical drive 2 hard drive 4 FlexBay with your computer, read the safety information that shipped with optional Media Card Reader 6 chassis fan System Board Components
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...death. Information in trademarks and trade names other than its own. and other countries. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Dell Inc. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you make better use of...Corporation in the U.S. All rights reserved. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2008 Dell Inc. Intel is strictly forbidden. Back to Contents Page Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to ...
...death. Information in trademarks and trade names other than its own. and other countries. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Dell Inc. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you make better use of...Corporation in the U.S. All rights reserved. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2008 Dell Inc. Intel is strictly forbidden. Back to Contents Page Dell Studio™ Slim 540s Service Manual Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to ...