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This section provides procedures for removing and installing the components
in your computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the
following conditions exist:
•You have performed the steps in "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 9
and "Before Working Inside Your Computer" on page 10.
•You have read the safety information in the Dell™
Guide.
•A component can be replaced or—if purchased separately—installed by
performing the removal procedure in reverse order.
Recommended Tools
The procedures in this document may require the following tools:
•Small flat-blade screwdriver
•Phillips screwdriver
•Small plastic scribe
•Hex nut driver
•Flash BIOS update program CD
Product Information
Turning Off Your Computer
NOTICE: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open
programs before you turn off your computer.
1
Save and close all open files and exit all open programs.
2
Shut down the operating system:
Windows® XP:
Click
Start→
Shut Down→
Shut down
.
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Windows Vista™:
Click the Windows Vista Start button , click the arrow in the
lower-right corner of the Start menu as shown below, and then click
Shut Down
.
The computer turns off after the operating system shutdown process is
complete.
3
Ensure that the computer and all attached devices are turned off. If your
computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you
shut down your operating system, press and hold the power button until
they turn off.
Before Working Inside Your Computer
Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from
potential damage and to help to ensure your own personal safety.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTICE: 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 processor by its edges, not by its pins.
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: When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its pull-tab, not
on the cable itself. Some cables have connectors 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 the computer
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cover from being scratched.
.
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2
2
1
Turn off your computer (see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 9).
NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer
and then unplug the cable from the network device.
3
Disconnect all telephone or network cables from the computer.
4
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.
5
Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical
outlets.
1battery2battery-bay release latch
6
7
Remove the main battery:
a
Slide the battery-bay release latch on the bottom of the computer.
b
Remove the battery from the battery bay.
Press the power button to ground the system board.
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12Before You Begin
2
Internal Card With Bluetooth®
Wireless Technology
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a
connector on the back of the computer).
NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, you must remove the battery
from the battery bay before you begin working inside the computer.
If you ordered a card with Bluetooth wireless technology with your computer,
it is already installed. The Bluetooth wireless technology card is located in the
battery compartment.
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Removing the Card With Bluetooth® Wireless
Technology
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of
the computer.
.
NOTE: If you leave the area, ground yourself again when you return to the
computer.
3
Pull the card out of the battery compartment so that you can disconnect
the card from its cable and remove it from the computer.
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1internal card with Bluetooth™ Wireless technology2cable
21
3
3bluetooth compartment
Replacing the Card With Bluetooth® Wireless
Technology
1
Connect the card to the cable and insert it into the compartment.
2
Replace the battery.
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®
Wireless Technology
3
Hard Drive
CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the drive is hot,
do not touch
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTICE: To prevent data loss, turn off your computer (see "Turning Off Your
Computer" on page 9) before removing the hard drive. Do not remove the hard drive
while the computer is on, in standby mode, or in hibernate mode.
NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile. Exercise care when handling the hard
drive.
NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives
from sources other than Dell.
NOTE: If you are installing a hard drive from a source other than Dell, you need to
install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive (see
"Restoring Your Operating System" and "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" in your
Owner’s Manual).
Your computer can accommodate up to two hard drives. The hard drives are
installed in trays labeled 0 and 1 in the hard drive cage and the cage is
installed in the hard drive bay. To replace a hard drive or install a second one,
you must first remove the hard drive cage from the hard drive bay.
the metal housing of the hard drive.
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Removing the Hard Drive Cage
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
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2
1
1
Turn the computer over, loosen the two captive screws on the hard drive
cover, and then remove the cover.
1captive screws (2)
3
Loosen the four captive screws on the hard drive cage and then lift the
pull-tab to flip the cage towards the center of the computer so that the
SATA cables and connectors are accessible.
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1captive screws (4)
1
2
4
Carefully remove the SATA cables from the hard drive or drives that are
installed in the cage.
Replacing a Hard Drive in the Hard Drive Cage
1
Remove two screws on each side of the hard drive cage to free the hard
drive, then lift the drive out of its tray in the cage.
NOTICE: When a hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic
packaging. See “Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge” in the Product Information Guide.
1screws2hard drive cage
2
Remove the new hard drive from its packaging.
Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive.
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3
Place the new hard drive into the drive cage tray and secure it with two
screws on each side.
a
Install the hard drive so that the manufacturer’s label faces the
bottom of the drive cage and the SATA connectors are at the open end
of the cage.
b
Install the primary hard drive in the tray labeled 0. You can install a
secondary hard drive in the tray labeled
1
.
Replacing the Hard Drive Cage
1
Place the hard drive cage upside down on the bottom of the computer with
the SATA connectors and cables aligned, and then firmly press the cables
onto the hard drives’ connectors.
NOTE: Ensure that the power connector cable is firmly secured to the mother
board.
2
Flip the hard drive cage over and into the hard drive bay.
3
Tighten the screws on the drive cage.
4
Replace the hard drive cover and tighten the screws.
5
If you have replaced the primary hard drive with a new hard drive that is
not already pre-imaged, install the operating system and drivers for your
computer. See "Restoring Your Operating System" and "Reinstalling
Drivers and Utilities" in your Owner’s manual.
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Memory
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on
the system board. See "Specifications" in your Owner’s Manual for
information on the memory supported by your computer. Install only memory
modules that are intended for your computer.
NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer
warranty.
Your computer has two user-accessible SODIMM sockets that can be
accessed from the bottom of the computer.
NOTICE: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a
memory module in the connector labeled “DIMM1” before you install a module in
the connector labeled “DIMM2.”
Removing Memory Module
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a
connector on the back of the computer).
NOTICE: If a memory module is installed in the DIMM 2 connector, remove it prior
to removing the memory module from the DIMM 1 connector. Failure to do so could
result in damaging both memory modules.
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of
the computer.
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NOTE: If you leave the area, ground yourself again when you return to
the computer.
3
Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screws on the memory module
cover, and then remove the cover.
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1captive screws (2)2memory module cover
1
2
NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to
spread the memory-module securing clips.
4
If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing 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.
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1memory module2securing clip
1
2
NOTICE: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a
memory module in the connector labeled “DIMM1” before you install a module in
the connector labeled “DIMM2.” Insert memory modules at a 45-degree angle to
avoid damaging the connector.
5
Ground yourself and install the new memory module:
NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not
boot properly. No error message indicates this failure.
Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the
a
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.
Memory21
1memory module2securing clip
1
2
6
Replace the memory module cover.
NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to close, remove the module and reinstall it. Forcing
the cover to close may damage your computer.
7
Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your
computer and an electrical outlet.
8
Turn on the computer.
As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically
updates the system configuration information. If prompted, press <F1> to
continue.
Confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer:
•
Windows® XP
–Right-click the My Computer icon on your desktop, then click
Properties→ General
•
Windows Vista
™
Click the Windows Vista Start button , right-click
Properties
.
.
Computer
, and then click
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Coin-Cell Battery
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a
connector on the back of the computer).
NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, you must remove the battery
from the battery bay before you begin working inside the computer.
Removing the Coin-Cell Battery
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the hinge cover (see "Removing the Hinge Cover" on page 25).
3
Remove the keyboard (see "Removing the Keyboard" on page 27).
4
Disconnect the coin-cell battery cable from the system board.
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1scribe2coin-cell battery
2
1
5
Remove the battery from the compartment on the system board by using a
scribe or small screwdriver to lift one side of the battery at the notch in the
plastic connector, being careful not to break the plastic.
6
Grasp the battery and pull it out of the battery compartment.
7
To install the coin-cell battery:
a
Insert the edge of the coin-cell battery into the plastic battery
compartment under the lip on the compartment.
b
Carefully press the coin-cell battery into the compartment, being
careful not to break the plastic.
8
Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 28).
9
Replace the hinge cover (see "Replacing the Hinge Cover" on page 26).
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Hinge Cover
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a
connector on the back of the computer).
NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, you must remove the battery
from the battery bay before you begin working inside the computer.
Removing the Hinge Cover
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the hinge cover:
a
Open the display as far as possible.
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the hinge cover, do not lift the cover on both sides
simultaneously.
Insert a scribe into the indent to lift the hinge cover on the right.
b
c
Ease the hinge cover up, moving from right to left, and remove it.
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Hinge Cover25
1hinge cover2scribe
1
2
Replacing the Hinge Cover
When replacing the hinge cover, first insert the left edge and then press from
left to right until the cover snaps into place.
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Keyboard
For more information about the keyboard, see "Using the Keyboard and
Touchpad" in your Owner’s Manual.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a
connector on the back of the computer).
NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, you must remove the battery
from the battery bay before you begin working inside the computer.
Product Information Guide
Removing the Keyboard
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the hinge cover (see "Hinge Cover" on page 25).
NOTICE: The keycaps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-
consuming to replace. Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard.
3
Remove the keyboard:
a
Remove the four screws at the top of the keyboard.
b
Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back
of the computer.
.
7
NOTICE: If you leave the area, ground yourself again when you return to the
computer.
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