Dell 9100 User Manual 2

Dell Inspiron XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual

Dell™ Inspiron™ XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual

Before You Begin Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices System Components Subwoofer Bluetooth™ Card Hard Drive Fans Hinge Covers Keyboard Modem Reserve Battery Display Assembly and Display Latch Keyboard Bracket Palm Rest Video Card Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Microprocessor Module Speakers Display Release Latch System Board Flashing the BIOS Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors

Notes, Notices, and Cautions

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your

computer.

NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you

how to avoid the problem.

CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or

death.

Abbreviations and Acronyms

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For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Dell™ Inspiron™ Help file. To access the help file, see the Owner's Manual for your Dell computer.

If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are not applicable.

Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden.

Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Inspiron are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Intel is a registered trademarks of Intel Corporation; Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; Bluetooth is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell Inc. under license.

Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Dell Inc. disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.

Model PP09L

February 2004 Rev A00

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Preparing to Work Inside the Computer Recommended Tools Computer Orientation Screw Identification

Preparing to Work Inside the Computer

CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your

computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions in the Owner's Manual that came with the computer.

CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge

static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface.

CAUTION: Handle components and cards with care. Do not touch the components or

contacts on a card. Hold a card by its edges or by its metal mounting bracket. Hold a component such as a microprocessor by its edges, not by its pins.

NOTICE: When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strain-relief loop, not on

the cable itself. Some cables have a connector with locking tabs; if you are disconnecting this type of cable, press in on the locking tabs before you disconnect the cable. As you pull connectors apart, keep them evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins. Also, before you connect a cable, ensure that both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned.

NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before you begin

working inside the computer.

1. Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent scratching the computer cover.

2. Save any work in progress and exit all open programs.

3. Turn off the computer and all attached devices.

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NOTE: Ensure that the computer is off and not in a power management mode. If you cannot

shut down the computer using the computer operating system, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds.

4. If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it.

5. Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet.

6. To avoid possible damage to the system board, wait 10 to 20 seconds and then disconnect any attached devices.

7. Disconnect all other external cables from the computer.

8. Remove any installed PC Cards from the PC Card slot.

9. Close the display and turn the computer upside down on a flat work surface.

NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you

service the computer.

10. Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on the bottom of the computer, and then remove the battery from the bay.

11. Remove any installed memory modules, Mini PCI cards, and devices, including a second battery if one is installed.

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12. Remove the hard drive.

Recommended Tools

The procedures in this manual require the following tools:

● #1 Phillips screwdriver

● ¼-inch flat-blade screwdriver

● Small plastic scribe

● Flash BIOS update program floppy disk or CD

Computer Orientation

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1 back 2 right 3 front 4 left

Screw Identification

When you are removing and replacing components, photocopy "Screw Identification" as a tool to lay out and keep track of the screws. The placemat provides the number of screws and their sizes.

Hard Drive:

(1 each)

Fan 2

(1 each)

Keyboard:

(2 each)

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Modem:

(1 each)

Display Assembly:

(4 each)

Display Bezel:

(display bumpers, 6 each; screw covers, 2 each)

(6 each)

(2 each, shoulder type)

Display Panel:

(8 each)

Display Ground Screw:

(1 each)

Display Latch:

(2 each)

Keyboard Bracket:

(4 each)

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Palm Rest:

(3 each)

(4 each)

Video Card:

(4 each)

Speakers:

(3 each)

Display Release Latch:

(2 each)

System Board:

(6 each)

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Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices

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Memory Module Mini PCI Card Devices

Memory Module

CAUTION: Before working inside your Dell™ computer, read the safety instructions in

your Owner's Manual.

CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge

static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface.

NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer

warranty.

NOTE: This computer requires matched memory modules and therefore, it always has two

identical memory modules.

1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."

2. Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screw (labeled "M") from the memory module cover, and lift the cover.

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NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the

securing clips that secure the memory module.

3. If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module.

NOTICE: Handle memory modules by their edges, and do not touch the components on a

module.

a. Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the

memory module connector until the module pops up.

b. Remove the module from the connector at a 45-degree angle.

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NOTICE: Ensure that memory modules are installed in both connectors and that they are of

the same capacity. Install a memory module in the connector labeled "DIMM A" before you install a module in the connector labeled "DIMM B." Insert memory modules at a 45-degree angle to avoid damaging the connector.

4. Ground yourself and install the new memory module:

a. Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the connector slot. b. Slide the module firmly into the slot at a 45-degree angle, and rotate the module down

until it clicks into place. If you do not feel the click, remove the module and reinstall it.

NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer does not boot. No error

message indicates this failure.

5. Replace the cover and screw.

NOTICE: If the memory module cover is difficult to close, remove the module and reinstall it.

Forcing the cover to close may damage your computer.

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6. Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet.

7. Turn on the computer.

As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information.

Mini PCI Card

CAUTION: FCC rules strictly prohibit users from installing 5-GHz (802.11a,802.11a/b,

802.11a/b/g) Wireless LAN Mini PCI cards. Under no circumstances should you install such a device. Only trained Dell service personnel are authorized to install a 5GHz Wireless LAN Mini PCI card.

CAUTION: If you are removing and/or installing a 2.4-GHz (802.11b, 802.11b/g)

Mini PCI card, follow the instructions noted below. Only products approved for use in your portable computer may be installed. Approved Mini PCI cards may be purchased only from Dell.

CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety instructions in your

Owner's Manual.

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NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you

begin working inside the computer.

NOTE: 2.4-GHz Wireless LAN PC Cards may be removed and installed by the

user.

If you ordered a Mini PCI card with your computer, the card is already installed.

1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."

2. Turn over the computer.

3. Unscrew the captive screw labeled "C" and remove the Mini PCI card cover.

4. If a Mini PCI card is not already installed, go to step 5. If you are replacing a Mini PCI card, remove the existing card:

a. Disconnect the antenna cables from the Mini PCI card.

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NOTICE: To prevent damage to the Mini PCI card connector, do not use tools to spread the

securing clips that secure the card.

b. Release the Mini PCI card by spreading the metal securing tabs until the card pops up

slightly.

c. Lift the Mini PCI card out of its connector.

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NOTICE: To avoid damaging the antenna cables or the Mini PCI card, never place the cables

under the card.

NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check

the connectors and realign the card.

5. Align the Mini PCI card with the connector at a 45-degree angle, and press the Mini PCI card into the connector until it clicks.

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6. Connect the antenna cables to the Mini PCI card.

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7. Replace the cover and tighten the captive screw.

Devices

Your computer ships with an optical drive installed in the module bay.

NOTICE: Insert devices into the module bay before you dock and turn on the

computer.

Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Turned Off

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NOTICE: To prevent damage to devices, store them in a safe, dry place when they are not

installed in the computer. Avoid pressing down on them or placing heavy objects on top of them.

1. Press the device latch release.

The latch release ejects partway.

1 device latch release

2. Pull the device out of the module bay.

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3. Push the new device into the bay until it clicks.

Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Running

1. Before ejecting the device, double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar, click the device you want to eject, and click Stop.

NOTICE: To prevent damage to devices, store them in a safe, dry place when they are not

installed in the computer. Avoid pressing down on them or placing heavy objects on top of them.

2. Press the device latch release.

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3. Pull the device out of the module bay.

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4. Push the new device into the bay until it clicks.

The operating system automatically recognizes the device.

5. If necessary, enter your password to unlock your computer.

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NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage

due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.

NOTICE: Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in this document assumes that a part can be

replaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse order.

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1 display assembly 12 fan 3 2 center hinge cover 13 speakers 3 keyboard bracket 14 display release latch 4 keyboard 15 fan 2 5 right hinge cover 16 CD drive 6 palm rest (with touch pad) 17 hard drive 7 system board 18 microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly 8 battery and subwoofer assembly 19 video card 9 bottom assembly 20 modem 10 memory 21 reserve battery 11 mini PCI card 22 left hinge cover

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Subwoofer

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CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions

in your Owner's Manual.

NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or

by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer.

If you ordered a subwoofer with your computer, it is already installed. To remove and replace a subwoofer:

1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."

2. Remove the battery.

NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you

begin working inside the computer.

3. Remove the subwoofer from the battery:

a. Disconnect the subwoofer cable. b. Use a small screwdriver or scribe to release the subwoofer from the compartment in the

battery.

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