Dell Inspiron 580 User manual

Dell™Inspiron™580ServiceManual
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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Models DCMF
January2010Rev.A00
Before You Begin
Technical Overview
Computer Cover
Front Bezel
Memory Module(s)
PCI and PCI Express Cards
Drives
Fans
Front I/O Panel
Processor
System Board
Power Supply
Battery
System Setup
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of data if instructions are not followed.
WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.

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Before You Begin
Dell™Inspiron™580ServiceManual
Technical Specifications
Recommended Tools
Turning Off Your Computer
Safety Instructions
This manual provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the
following conditions exist:
lYou have performed the steps in Turning Off Your Computer and Safety Instructions.
lYou have read the safety information that ships with your computer.
lA component can be replaced or—if purchased separately—installed by performing the removal procedure in reverse order.
Technical Specifications
For information on technical specifications of your computer, see the Comprehensive Specifications at support.dell.com/manuals.
Recommended Tools
The procedures in this document may require the following tools:
lSmall Phillips screwdriver
lSmall flat-blade screwdriver
lBIOS executable update program available at support.dell.com
Turning Off Your Computer
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1. Save and close all open files and exit all open programs.

2. Turn off your computer:
Windows Vista®:
Click Start , click the arrow , and then click Shut Down.
Windows®7:
Click Start , and click Shut Down.
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3. The computer turns off after the operating system shutdown process is complete.
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4. Ensure that the computer is turned off. If your computer did not automatically turn off when you shut down the operating system, press and hold the
power button until the computer turns off.
Safety Instructions
Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage and to help to ensure your own personal safety.
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CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs before you turn off your computer.
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
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.

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1. Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent the computer cover from being scratched.
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2. Turn off your computer (see Turning Off Your Computer).
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3. Disconnect all telephone or network cables from the computer.
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4. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets.
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5. Disconnect all attached devices from your computer.
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6. Press and eject any installed cards from the optional Media Card Reader.

7. Press and hold the power button while the system is unplugged to ground the system board.
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CAUTION: 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.
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before you begin working inside the computer.
CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug the cable from the network device.
CAUTION: Before touching anything inside your computer, ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as the metal at the back
of the computer. While you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to dissipate static electricity, which could harm internal
components.

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Front Bezel
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Removing the Front Bezel
Replacing the Front Bezel
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Removing the Front Bezel

1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.

2. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).
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3. Grasp and lift the front-bezel grips one at a time to release it from the front panel.
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4. Rotate and pull the front bezel away from the front of the computer to release the front-bezel clamps from the front-bezel inserts.
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5. Set aside the front bezel in a secure location.
Replacing the Front Bezel

1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
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2. Align and insert the front-bezel clamps into the front-bezel inserts.
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3. Rotate the front bezel towards the computer until the front-bezel grips snap into place.
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4. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).
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5. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
WARNING: Do not operate your equipment with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)
removed.
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.
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front-bezel inserts (3)
2
front-bezel grips (3)
3
front bezel
4
front-bezel clamps (3)

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PCI and PCI Express Cards
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Removing the Card Retention Bracket
Replacing the Card Retention Bracket
Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards
Replacing PCI and PCI Express Cards
Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI or PCI Express Card
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Removing the Card Retention Bracket

1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
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2. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).
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3. Remove the screw that secures the card retention bracket to the chassis.
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4. Lift the card retention bracket and set it aside in a secure place.
Replacing the Card Retention Bracket

1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
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2. Replace the card retention bracket, ensuring that:
lThe guide clamp is aligned with the guide notch.
lThe tops of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment bar.
lThe notch in the top of the card or filler bracket fits around the alignment guide.
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
WARNING: Do not operate your equipment with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)
removed.
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.
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card retention bracket
2
screw

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3. Replace the screw that secures the card retention bracket to the chassis.
Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards

1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.

2. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).
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3. Remove the card retention bracket (see Removing the Card Retention Bracket).
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4. If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card and remove the card.
lFor a PCI or PCI Express x1 card, grasp the card by its top corners, and ease it out of its connector.
lFor a PCI Express x16 card, press the retention mechanism, grasp the card by its top corners, and then ease it out of its connector.
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5. If you are removing the card permanently, install a filler bracket in the empty card-slot opening.
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6. Replace the card retention bracket (see Replacing the Card Retention Bracket).
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7. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).
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8. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.
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9. Remove the card's driver from the operating system.
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guide clamps (2)
2
card retention bracket
3
alignment bar
4
alignment guide
5
filler bracket
6
guide notches (2)
1
securing tab
2
retention mechanism
3
PCI Express x16 card
4
PCI Express x16 card slot
NOTE: Installing filler brackets over empty card-slot openings is necessary to maintain FCC certification of the computer. The brackets also keep
dust and dirt out of your computer.

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10. To complete the removal procedure, see Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI or PCI Express Card.
Replacing PCI and PCI Express Cards

1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
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2. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).
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3. Remove the card retention bracket (see Removing the Card Retention Bracket).
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4. If this is a new card installation, remove the filler bracket covering the card-slot opening.
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5. Prepare the card for installation.
See the documentation that came with the card for information on configuring the card, making internal connections, or otherwise customizing it for your
computer.
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6. If you are installing the PCI Express card into the x16 card connector, position the card so the securing slot is aligned with the securing tab.
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7. Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card is fully seated in the slot.
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8. Replace the card retention bracket (see Replacing the Card Retention Bracket).
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9. Connect any cables that should be connected to the card.
See the documentation for the card for information about the card's cable connections.
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10. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).
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securing tab
2
securing slot
3
PCI Express x16 card
4
PCI Express x16 card slot
1
fully-seated card
2
not fully-seated card
3
alignment bar
4
alignment guide
5
bracket within slot
6
bracket caught outside of slot
CAUTION: Do not route card cables over or behind the cards. Cables routed over the cards can prevent the computer cover from closing properly
or cause damage to the equipment.

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11. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.
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12. To complete the installation, see Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI or PCI Express Card.
Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI or PCI Express Card
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NOTE: For information on location of external connectors, see the Setup Guide. For information on installing drivers and software for your card, see the
documentation that shipped with the card.
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Installed
Removed
Sound
Card
1. Enter system setup (see
Entering System Setup).
2. Go to Onboard Audio
Controller and then
change the setting to
Disabled.
3. Connect the external
audio devices to the
sound card's connectors.
1. Enter system setup (see
Entering System Setup).
2. Go to Onboard Audio
Controller and then
change the setting to
Enabled.
3. Connect the external
audio devices to the
computer's back panel
connectors.
Network
Card
1. Enter system setup (see
Entering System Setup).
2. Go to Onboard LAN
Controller and then
change the setting to
Disabled.
3. Connect the network
cable to the network
card's connector.
1. Enter system setup (see
Entering System Setup).
2. Go to Onboard LAN
Controller and then
change the setting to
Enabled.
3. Connect the network
cable to the integrated
network connector.

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Battery
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Removing the Battery
Replacing the Battery
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Removing the Battery

1. Record all the screens in System Setup (see System Setup) so that you can restore the correct settings after the new battery has been installed.
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2. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
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3. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).
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4. Locate the battery socket (see System Board Components).
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5. Press the battery release lever to remove the battery.
Replacing the Battery

1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
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2. Insert the new battery (CR2032) into the socket with the side labeled "+" facing up, and press the battery into place.
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3. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).
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WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
WARNING: A new battery can explode if it is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
WARNING: Do not operate your equipment with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)
removed.
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.
CAUTION: If you pry the battery out of its socket with a blunt object, be careful not to touch the system board with the object. Ensure that the
object is inserted between the battery and the socket before you attempt to pry out the battery. Otherwise, you may damage the system board by
prying off the socket or by breaking circuit traces on the system board.
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battery release lever

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4. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.
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5. Enter System Setup (see Entering System Setup) and restore the settings you recorded in step 1.
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Computer Cover
Dell™Inspiron™580ServiceManual
Removing the Computer Cover
Replacing the Computer Cover
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Removing the Computer Cover

1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
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2. Lay your computer on its side with the computer cover facing up.
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3. Using a screwdriver, remove the two screws that secure the computer cover to the chassis.
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4. Release the computer cover by pulling it away from the front of the computer and lifting it up.
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5. Set the cover aside in a secure location.
Replacing the Computer Cover

1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
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2. Ensure that all cables are connected, and fold cables out of the way.
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3. Ensure that no tools or extra parts are left inside the computer.
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4. Align the tabs at the bottom of the computer cover with the slots located along the edge of the computer.
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5. Press the computer cover down and slide it towards the front of the computer until you feel a click or feel the computer cover securely installed.
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6. Ensure that the cover is seated correctly.
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WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
WARNING: Do not operate your equipment with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)
removed.
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.
CAUTION: Ensure that sufficient space exists to support the system with the cover removed—at least 30 cm (1 ft.) of desk top space.
1
screws (2)
2
computer cover
3
front of computer

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7. Using a screwdriver, replace the two screws that secure the computer cover to the chassis.
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8. Place the computer in an upright position.
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screws (2)
2
computer cover
3
front of the computer
4
slot
CAUTION: Ensure that none of the system air-vents are blocked. Blocking them would cause serious thermal problems.

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Processor
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Removing the Processor
Replacing the Processor
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Removing the Processor

1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
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2. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).
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3. Remove the processor fan and heat sink assembly from the computer (see Removing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly).
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4. Press the release lever down and then pull it outwards to release it from the tab that secures it.
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5. Extend the release lever completely to open the processor cover.
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6. Gently lift the processor to remove it from the socket.
Leave the release lever extended in the release position so that the socket is ready for the new processor.
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
WARNING: Do not operate your equipment with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)
removed.
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.
CAUTION: Do not perform the following steps unless you are familiar with hardware removal and replacement. Performing these steps
incorrectly could damage your system board. For technical service information, see the Setup Guide.
CAUTION: Despite having a plastic shield, the heat sink assembly may be very hot during normal operation. Be sure that it has had sufficient time
to cool before you touch it.
NOTE: Unless a new heat sink is required for the new processor, reuse the original heat sink assembly when you replace the processor.
1
processor cover
2
tab
3
release lever
CAUTION: When removing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects to fall on the pins in the socket.

Replacing the Processor



1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
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2. Unpackthenewprocessor,beingcarefulnottotouchtheundersideoftheprocessor.
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3. If the release lever on the socket is not fully extended, move it to that position.
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4. Orient the alignment notches on the processor with the alignment tabs on the socket.
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5. Align the pin-1 corners of the processor and socket.
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Set the processor lightly in the socket and ensure that the processor is positioned correctly.
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6. When the processor is fully seated in the socket, close the processor cover.
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7. Pivot the release lever down and place it under the tab on the processor cover.
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processor
2
socket
CAUTION: Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the back of the computer.
CAUTION: When replacing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects to fall on the pins in the socket.
CAUTION: You must position the processor correctly in the socket to avoid permanent damage to the processor and the computer when you turn
on the computer.
CAUTION: To avoid damage, ensure that the processor aligns properly with the socket, and do not use excessive force when you install the
processor.
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socket
2
processor
3
alignment tabs (2)
4
alignment notches (2)
5
processor pin-1 indicator
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CAUTION: Ensure that the processor cover notch is positioned underneath the alignment post.

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8. Clean the thermal grease from the bottom of the heat sink.
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9. Apply the new thermal grease to the top of the processor.
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10. Replace the processor fan and heat sink assembly (see Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly).
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11. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).
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12. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
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1
alignment post
2
processor cover
3
release lever
4
processor
5
processor cover notch
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CAUTION: Ensure that you apply new thermal grease. New thermal grease is critical for ensuring adequate thermal bonding, which is a
requirement for optimal processor operation.
CAUTION: Ensure that the processor fan and heat sink assembly is correctly seated and secure.

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Drives
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Hard Drive
Media Card Reader
Optical Drive
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Hard Drive

Removing the Hard Drive


1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.

2. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).
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3. Disconnect the power cable and the data cable from the hard drive.
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4. Remove the four screws that secure the hard drive to the drive panel.
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5. Slide the hard drive out towards the back of the computer.
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6. If removing the hard drive changes the drive configuration, ensure that you reflect these changes in System Setup (see System Setup).
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Replacing the Hard Drive

1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
WARNING: Do not operate your equipment with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)
removed.
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.
CAUTION: If you are replacing a hard drive that contains data that you want to keep, back up your files before you begin this procedure.
CAUTION: Ensure that you do not scratch the hard drive's circuit board, while removing or replacing the hard drive.
1
screws (4)
2
drive panel
3
power cable
4
data cable

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2. Check the documentation for the drive to verify that it is configured for your computer.
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3. Slide the hard drive into the hard-drive bay.
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4. Align and replace the four screws that secure the hard drive to the drive panel.
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5. Connect the power cable and the data cable to the hard drive.
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6. Check all cables to be certain that they are properly connected and firmly seated.
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7. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).

8. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.
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9. See the documentation that came with the hard drive for instructions on installing any software required for hard drive operation.

10. Check the System Setup for hard drive configuration changes (see Entering System Setup).
Media Card Reader

Removing the Media Card Reader

1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.

2. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).

3. Remove the front bezel (see Removing the Front Bezel).

4. Disconnect the FlexBay USB cable from the FlexBay USB connector on the system board (see System Board Components).
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5. Remove the two screws that secure the Media Card Reader to the drive panel.

6. Slide the Media Card Reader out through the front of the computer.
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Replacing the Media Card Reader

1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
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1
FlexBay USB cable
2
Media Card Reader (not present on all computers)
3
screws (2)
4
drive panel

2. If this is a new Media Card Reader installation, remove the break-away metal plate. Align the tip of a Phillips screwdriver with the slot on the break-
away metal plate and rotate the screwdriver outwards to break and remove the metal plate.
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3. Gently slide the Media Card Reader into place in the FlexBay slot.
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4. Align the screw holes in the Media Card Reader with the screw holes in the drive panel.
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5. Replace the two screws that secure the Media Card Reader to the drive panel.
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6. Connect the FlexBay USB cable to the FlexBay USB connector on the system board (see System Board Components).
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7. Replace the front bezel (see Replacing the Front Bezel).
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8. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).

9. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.
Optical Drive

Removing the Optical Drive

1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.

2. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).

3. Remove the front bezel (see Removing the Front Bezel).

4. Disconnect the power cable and the data cable from the back of the optical drive.

5. Remove the two screws that secure the optical drive to the drive panel.

6. Slide the optical drive out through the front of the computer.
NOTE: Ensure that the Media Card Reader is installed before the FlexBay USB cable is connected.
NOTE: If you are not replacing the optical drive at this time, disconnect the other end of the data cable from the system board and set it aside.
You can use the data cable to install an optical drive at a later time.

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7. Replace the front bezel (see Replacing the Front Bezel).
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8. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).
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9. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.
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10. Configure the drives in system setup (see System Setup Options).
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Replacing the Optical Drive
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1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
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2. Gently slide the optical drive into the optical-drive bay through the front of the computer.
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3. Align the screw holes in the optical drive with the screw holes in the drive panel.
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4. Replace the two screws that secure the optical drive to the drive panel.
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5. Connect the power cable and the data cable to the optical drive.
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6. If disconnected, connect the data cable to the system board connector (see System Board Components).
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7. Replace the front bezel (see Replacing the Front Bezel).
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8. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).
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9. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
See the documentation that came with the optical drive for instructions on installing any software required for optical drive operation.
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10. Check the System Setup for drive configuration changes (see Entering System Setup).
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power cable
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data cable
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optical drive
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screws (2)
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drive panel
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