Dell Inspiron M5010 Support Question
Dell Inspiron M5010 Support Question
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Question posted by onitora665 on August 25th, 2013
Bad Ram Socket?
Hi! I have a Dell Inspiron M5010 that failed on me suddenly. 4 beeps led me to believe it is a ram issue.
Here's the thing:
I have two 2g cards. Either card in slot 1 (the slot nearest the motherboard) works fine, so I think my memory is good. However, when I put either card in slot 2, I'm back to 4 beeps.
So I think I have a bad card socket. Does that happen? How easily can I fix this with limited tools and know how? I'm a student on an island with limited resources and no computer repair store...
Thanks!
Nash
Current Answers
Answer #1: Posted by prateekk007 on August 27th, 2013 7:16 AM
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Hi Nash,
Since you already tried replacing the RAM modules, the issue may rely on the motherboard, on the socket where you connect the memories to. I would try a motherboard power drain (disconnect all peripherals, power cord and battery, press and hold the power button for a minute) and then retry. If after all this troubleshooting the issue persists you may require a part replaced on your computer.
Please reply if you have further queries.
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Thanks & Regards
Prateek K
Answer #2: Posted by onitora665 on August 27th, 2013 1:28 PM
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Forgive me if I replied in the wrong format, I couldn't see another way to reply without answering my own question. o.O
It's not too much RAM, the laptop was running fine for a year before this with both 2gb card in it.
I tried a powerdrain, well over a minute per recomendation. No luck. I guess it's deeper into the hardware. I'll have to run it on 2gb until the next time I can get to the states and a computer repair shop. Thank you so much for the help! Great community here!
Answer #4: Posted by prateekk007 on August 30th, 2013 10:12 AM
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Hi Nash,
In case you need further help, please feel free to reach out to us at Dell community forum.
Thanks & Regards
Prateek K
Related Dell Inspiron M5010 Manual Pages
Setup Guide - Page 8
However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop
Connect the AC Adapter
Connect the AC adapter to your computer.
6 Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a... permanent damage to the computer and then plug it into an electrical outlet or surge protector. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide.
Setup Guide - Page 14
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop
Install the SIM Card (Optional)
CAUTION: Do not insert a SIM card into the SIM card slot. 4. Installing a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card on your computer unusable and you to connect to fix the computer. To access the Internet you must be within the network of your computer ...
Setup Guide - Page 27
... or when you insert a disc and it fits into the security cable slot on page 38.
3 Optical drive light -
Save the blank for use when no media card is being read.
4 Optical drive eject button - Using Your Inspiron Laptop
1
7-in the media card slot. Provides a fast and convenient way to a network or a broadband device if
you...
Setup Guide - Page 82
... up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. For more information, see support.dell.com/manuals. Computer Model
Dell Inspiron N5010 Dell Inspiron M5010
System Chipset
Inspiron N5010 Mobile Intel 5 series express chipset HM57
Inspiron M5010 AMD™ RS880M AMD SB820M
Processor
Inspiron N5010
Inspiron M5010
Intel® Core™ i3 Intel Core i5 Intel Core i7 Intel Pentium®...
Setup Guide - Page 83
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Intel Core i7 Dual- 1333 MHz Core
Intel Pentium, Intel Core i3, and Intel Core i5 DualCore
1067 MHz
Inspiron M5010
AMD Phenom
1333 MHz
AMD Athlon, AMD Turion, and AMD V-Series SingleCore
1067 MHz
Specifications
Memory
Memory module capacities
... modem
Network adapter
10/100 Ethernet LAN on upgrading the memory, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals.
WiMax/Wi-Fi agn;
Service Manual - Page 1
... of data and tells you make better use of Dell Inc. Bluetooth is strictly forbidden. is a registered trademark owned by Dell under license; Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual
Before You Begin Battery Base Cover Memory Module(s) Optical Drive Keyboard Palm Rest Wireless Mini-Card Media Card Reader Board Hard Drive Display
Camera Module Internal...
Service Manual - Page 2
... to the computer. Back to Contents Page
Base Cover
Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Base Cover Replacing the Base Cover
WARNING: Before working inside the computer. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer... on the computer base. 3. Snap the base cover into the slots on the base cover into place. 4. Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer ...
Service Manual - Page 4
...performed the steps in Turning Off Your Computer and Before Working Inside Your Computer. CAUTION: Handle components and cards with your computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure ...Back to Contents Page
Before You Begin
Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual
Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer
This manual provides ...
Service Manual - Page 6
... you do not have your desktop. The File Download window appears. 6. Go to Contents Page
Flashing the BIOS
Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual
1. Click Enter a Service Tag. Click Confirm. 4. Back to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3. b. b. Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on the computer...
Service Manual - Page 7
... Remove the palm rest (see Removing the Battery). 3. If you ordered a card with Bluetooth wireless technology with your computer. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin....Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Bluetooth Module Replacing the Bluetooth Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell...
Service Manual - Page 9
...). 6. Remove the camera module from the latches that shipped with your computer. Back to Contents Page
Camera Module
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Service Manual - Page 11
... technician should perform repairs on your computer). Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.
2. Back to Contents Page
Media Card Reader Board
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Service Manual - Page 13
... result in Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page
Coin-Cell Battery
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Service Manual - Page 14
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Processor Module
Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Processor Module Replacing the Processor Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety...Processor Heat Sink). CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the cam stop.
1 ZIF socket 3 ZIF-socket cam screw
2 pin-1 corner
CAUTION: To ensure maximum cooling for the processor, ...
Service Manual - Page 16
... information, see Removing the Battery).
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Processor Heat Sink
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WARNING: Before...
Service Manual - Page 18
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Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Display Assembly Display Bezel Display Panel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell&#...6. Remove the optical drive (see Removing the Memory Module(s)). 5. Disconnect the Mini-Card antenna cables from the routing guide. 11. Disconnect the display cable from the connector...
Service Manual - Page 23
... the drive is not covered by your computer. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to Contents Page
Hard Drive
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Service Manual - Page 26
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WARNING: Before working ...dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Replace the middle cover (see Removing the Battery).
3.
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Service Manual - Page 28
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Keyboard
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Service Manual - Page 35
...Card
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