Dell INSPIRON Inspiron 5000 User manual

Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell™ Inspiron™
5000 Series
NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your
computer. Damage or inoperability due to servicing not authorized by Dell is
not covered by your warranty.
Overview LCD Removal
Precautionary Measures Video Board Removal
Recommended Tools Diskette Drive Removal
Customer-Accessible
Components Palmrest Removal
Screw Counts and Locations Speaker and Volume Board
Removal
ZIF Connectors Support Rail Removal
Modem Removal Infrared Board Removal
Hinge Cover Removal System Board Removal
Keyboard Removal 14.1-Inch XGA Display
Disassembly
Thermal Shield Removal 15-Inch UXGA, XGA, and
SXGA+ Display Disassembly
Processor Module Removal
Overview
Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes the following:
You have the recommended tools.
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You have performed the steps in Precautionary Measures.●
The computer and any attached peripherals are turned off and the peripherals are disconnected from the input/output
(I/O) panel.
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You can replace or reinstall a part by performing the removal procedure in reverse order unless additional information
is provided.
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Precautionary Measures
NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your
computer. Damage or inoperability due to servicing not authorized by Dell is
not covered by your warranty.
WARNING: FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY AND
PROTECTION OF THE EQUIPMENT:
Before you start to work on the computer, perform the following steps in the
sequence indicated:
Ground yourself by attaching an antistatic grounding strap to your wrist
and to an unpainted metal surface on the computer I/O panel. If an
antistatic grounding strap is not available, periodically discharge static
electricity from your body by touching one of the connectors on the I/O
panel.
1.
Turn off the computer and any attached peripherals.2.
Disconnect the computer and any attached peripherals from electrical
outlets to reduce the potential for personal injury or shock.
3.
Recommended Tools
NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your
computer. Damage or inoperability due to servicing not authorized by Dell is
not covered by your warranty.
Most of the procedures require the use of one or more of the following tools:
Small flat-blade screwdriver
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Number 1 Phillips-head screwdriver●
Antistatic grounding strap●
Dental pick●
Small scribe or nylon flat blade●
Nut drivers (5 mm and 5.5 mm)●
Be careful not to scratch the computer plastic case by allowing screws to get between the work surface and the plastic case.
Dell suggests a soft padded work surface.
NOTICE: The correct-length screw must be used when reinstalling a screw.
Otherwise, hardware damage could result. Make sure that the screw is
properly aligned with its corresponding hole, and avoid excessive tightening.
NOTICE: During the removal and replacement procedures, you will see
Kapton tape (grounding tape) in many places on the computer. When
reinstalling or replacing parts, be sure to replace the Kapton tape correctly
to retain the electrical protection and noise reduction the tape provides.
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Customer-Accessible Components
NOTICE: The steps in this section may be performed by customers.
Disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer.1.
If the computer is connected to a port replicator, pull both release handles on the sides of the replicator to undock the
computer.
2.
Remove the battery from the battery bay:
Close the display and turn the computer upside-down..
Slide and hold the battery bay latch away from the battery.
The battery bay latch is located between the battery bay and the media bay.
b.
Pull the battery out of the bay.c.
3.
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NOTICE: Use the PC Card configuration utility on the taskbar to select and
stop a card before removing it from the computer. If you do not remove the
card in the configuration utility, you could lose data from open application
programs.
Remove any PC Cards:
Press the eject button..
When the button slides out, press it again to release the card.b.
Gently remove the card.c.
Press the eject button once more until it is flush with the computer casing.d.
4.
Remove the hard-disk drive assembly:
Turn the computer upside-down..
Remove the screw securing the hard-disk drive cover.b.
Pull the hard-disk drive carrier out of the computer.c.
5.
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NOTICE: When the hard-disk drive is not in the computer, store it in a
hard-disk drive case or protective wrapping to protect it from exposure to
static electricity.
NOTICE: Handle the hard-disk drive gently; do not bump or drop the drive.
Rough handling of the drive could induce failure or loss of data.
Remove the memory module cover:
Turn the computer upside-down..
Remove the two screws from the memory module cover (the larger cover).b.
Slide the memory module cover as far as it will go towards the middle of the computer, and then remove the
cover.
c.
6.
Remove the memory modules:
Push the release tabs on either side of the memory module away from the module..
The module will pop up at an angle.b.
Pull the module from its socket.c.
7.
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Remove the device from the media bay:
Close the display and turn the computer upside-down..
Slide and hold the latch release away from the media bay device.b.
Pull the device out of the media bay.c.
8.
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Screw Counts and Locations
NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your
computer. Damage or inoperability due to servicing not authorized by Dell is
not covered by your warranty.
You may find it helpful to print the following table to use for keeping the screws organized as you disassemble the computer.
The table lists the components from right to left in the order that they are to be removed from the computer.
Hard-Disk Drive
1
Memory
2
Modem
2
Hinge Covers
2
(piece across top of keyboard)
Keyboard
2 (from top)
Thermal Shield
4 (silver) for Inspiron 5000
5 (silver) for Inspiron 5000e
(Remove the
diskette-drive-cable retaining
bracket before removing the
thermal shield.)
Processor Module
3 for Inspiron 5000
2 for Inspiron 5000e
LCD Hinges
4 (2 per hinge)
Video Board
1 (silver)
Diskette Drive
2 (bottom of system)
Palmrest
3 (from the top)
4 (bottom of media bay)
5 (bottom of battery bay)
3 (bottom of hard-disk drive
bay)
5 (deep wells in base)
Speakers and Volume Board
9 (do not unscrew the
speakers)
(including both speakers and
the volume board)
Support Rail
7 (back of computer)
4 (through top of support rail)
(including the fan and the
plastic strip)
Infrared Board
No screws
System Board
2 (serial port nuts)
2 (parallel port nuts)
2 (VGA port nuts)
2 (APR/PPR port nuts)
2 (screws into base)
15-Inch Display LCD Bezel
2
15-Inch Display LCD Panel
8 (4 per side)
15-Inch Display LCD
Locking Tabs
4 (2 each)
14.1-Inch Display LCD Bezel
4
14.1-Inch Display LCD
Panel
6 (3 per side)
14.1-Inch Display LCD
Locking Tabs
4 (2 each)
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LED/Inverter Board
2
ZIF Connectors
NOTICE: ZIF connectors are fragile. To avoid breaking the connectors,
touch them carefully. Do not apply too much pressure to the movable part of
the connector when opening or closing it.
Some of the interface connectors are zero insertion force (ZIF) connectors. These connectors are not removable; they must be
released to disconnect a cable from them.
To disconnect a cable from a ZIF connector, perform the following steps:
Insert a small flat-blade screwdriver, dental pick, or fingernail under the movable part of the connector.1.
Pull up gently on the movable part of the connector until the cable is released.
Some ZIF connectors may need to be lifted in the center.
2.
Grasp the cable and pull it out of the connector.3.
To reconnect an interface cable to a ZIF connector, perform the following steps:
Open the ZIF connector.1.
Insert the end of the cable into the connector.2.
While holding the cable in place, close the ZIF connector.
To ensure a firm connection, make sure the ZIF connector is completely closed.
3.
Modem Removal
NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your
computer. Damage or inoperability due to servicing not authorized by Dell is
not covered by your warranty.
Ensure that all precautionary measures have been followed and that all customer-accessible parts are removed.
Remove the modem cover.1.
Spread the release tabs on either side of the modem away from the modem.2.
Remove the modem.3.
Remove the modem cable.4.
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To reinsert the modem when you reassemble the computer, perform the following steps:
Attach the modem cable.1.
Insert the modem into the socket, and rock it up and down until it is completely in place.2.
NOTICE: Fold the modem cable out of the way of the modem door to make
sure you do not cut it when you close the modem door.
Hinge Cover Removal
NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your
computer. Damage or inoperability due to servicing not authorized by Dell is
not covered by your warranty.
Remove the hinge cover screws.1.
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Open the display, and lift off the hinge cover by rotating it toward you. 2.
To replace the hinge cover, perform the following steps:
Insert the hinge cover at a 45° angle.1.
Press the hinge cover down above the <F4>, <F5>, and <Print Screen> keys.2.
Press down along the entire length of the hinge cover until it fits securely in place.3.
Replace the screws.4.
Keyboard Removal
NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your
computer. Damage or inoperability due to servicing not authorized by Dell is
not covered by your warranty.
Remove the screws.1.
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