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Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual
Dell™ Latitude™ C600/C500 Series Service
Manual
Before You Begin
Preparing to Work Inside the Computer
Recommended Tools
Screw Identification
Removing and Replacing Parts
Components
Hard Drive
Memory Module
Mini-PCI Card Assembly
Keyboard Assembly
Removing the Display Assembly
Display Assembly Latch
Hinge Covers
Palmrest Assembly
Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly
Hybrid Cooling Fan
Microprocessor Module
Reserve Battery
Speaker Assemblies
System Board Assembly
Battery and Modular Bay Latch Assemblies
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 potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© 2001 Dell Computer Corporation. All rights reserved.
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Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual
Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and DellWare are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation; Intel is a
registered trademark of Intel Corporation; Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
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 Computer Corporation disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other
than its own.
May 2001 P/N 82EWX Rev. A01
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Before You Begin
Dell™ Latitude™ C600/C500 Series Service Manual
Preparing to Work Inside the Computer
Recommended Tools
Screw Identification
Preparing to Work Inside the Computer
NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your system. Damage
due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before you begin
working inside the computer.
1. Make sure that the work surface is clean to prevent scratching the computer cover.
2. Save any work in progress and close all open application programs.
3. Turn off the computer and all attached devices.
NOTE: Make sure the computer is turned off and not in suspend-to-disk or hibernate mode. If
you cannot shut down the computer using the computer's operating system, press and hold the
power button for 4 seconds.
4. Make sure the computer is undocked.
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 or plastic blanks from the PC Card slot.
9. Close the display and turn the computer upside down on a flat work surface.
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NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery and
secondary battery (if present) before you service the computer.
10. Remove the primary battery from the battery bay and the secondary battery from the modular
bay, if a secondary battery is in use.
11. Remove any installed device in the modular bay.
12. To dissipate any static electricity while you work, use a wrist grounding strap or periodically
touch an unpainted metal surface.
13. Handle components and cards with care. Do not touch the components or contacts on a card.
Hold a card by it edges or by its metal mounting bracket. Hold a component such as a
microprocessor by its edges, not by its pins.
Recommended Tools
The procedures in this manual require the following tools:
●#1 magnetized Phillips screwdriver
●Small flat-blade screwdriver
●Small plastic scribe
●Microprocessor extractor
●Flash BIOS update program diskette or CD (required only when upgrading the microprocessor
or replacing the reserve battery)
System Orientation
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Screw Identification
When you are removing and replacing components, photocopy the placemat as a tool to lay out and
keep track of the component screws. The placemat provides the number of screws and the sizes.
Screw Identification
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NOTICE: When reinstalling a screw, you must use a screw of the correct diameter and length.
Make sure that the screw is properly aligned with its corresponding hole, and avoid
overtightening.
Screw Placement
Hard Drive
Door Security:
(1 each)
Keyboard to Bottom Case Assembly:
(5 each)
Display Assembly Bezel:
(6 each)
Rubber Screw Covers (6 each)
Display Assembly Hinge Bracket to Bottom Case
Assembly:
(5 each)
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Display Assembly and Flex Cable Retention
Bracket to Top Cover:
(5 each)
Display Assembly EMI Shield Bracket:
(2 each)
Palmrest to Bottom Case Assembly:
(5 each) (3 each)
Hybrid Cooling Fan:
(2 each) (1 each)
System Board to Bottom Case Assembly:
(10 each)
Display Panel to Support Bracket:
(12.1-inch display panel only)
(4 each)
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Display Assembly Latch:
(2 each for 14.1-inch XGA display panels)
Back to Contents Page
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Back to Contents Page
Removing and Replacing Parts
Dell™ Latitude™ C600/C500 Series Service Manual
Components
Hard Drive
Memory Module
Mini-PCI Card Assembly
Keyboard Assembly
Removing the Display Assembly
Display Assembly Latch
Hinge Covers
Palmrest Assembly
Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly
Hybrid Cooling Fan
Microprocessor Module
Reserve Battery
Speaker Assemblies
System Board Assembly
Battery and Modular Bay Latch Assemblies
Components
Exploded View
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NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your system. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.
NOTICE: Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in this manual assumes that a part can be replaced by performing
the removal procedure in reverse order.
Hard Drive
NOTICE: The hard drive is very sensitive to shock. Handle the assembly by its edges (do not squeeze the top of the
hard drive case), and avoid dropping it.
Hard Drive
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Removing the Hard Drive
NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed
batteries.
NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface
on the computer.
NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" before performing the following
procedure.
1. Remove the M3 x 5-mm screw from the hard drive door.
2. Slide the drive door up until the drive assembly tabs disengage from the door slots in the bottom case assembly.
3. Pull the hard drive straight out of the bottom case assembly.
Replacing the Hard Drive
1. Gently push the hard drive into the drive bay until the drive door is flush with the computer case.
2. Push down on the drive door until it snaps into place.
3. Replace the M3 x 5-mm screw in the hard drive door.
Memory Module
Memory Module Cover
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Removing the Memory Module Cover
NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed
batteries.
NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface
on the computer.
NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" before performing the following
procedure.
1. Remove the memory module cover:
a. Use a coin or flat-blade screwdriver to release the two captive screws that secure the memory module cover.
b. Place your finger under the cover at the indentation and lift and slide the cover open.
NOTE: The screw labeled with the "circle K" in the middle of the memory module cover secures the keyboard
assembly and does not secure the memory module cover.
Memory Modules
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Removing the Memory Modules
NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed
batteries.
NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface
on the computer.
NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" before performing the following
procedure.
1. Remove the memory module cover.
2. To release a memory module from its socket, spread apart the inner tabs of the memory module socket just far
enough for the memory module to disengage from the socket. The module should pop up slightly.
3. Lift the memory module out of its socket.
Replacing the Memory Modules
1. If you only have one memory module, install it in the socket labeled "JDIM1." Install a second memory module in the
socket labeled "JDIM2."
NOTE: Memory modules are keyed, or designed to fit into their sockets, in only one
direction.
NOTICE: The memory module must be inserted at a 45-degree angle to avoid damaging the
connector.
2. Align the memory module's edge connector with the slot in the center of the memory module socket. With the module
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at a 45-degree angle, press the memory module's edge connector firmly into the memory module socket.
3. Pivot the memory module down until it clicks into place. If you do not hear a click, remove the memory module and
reinstall it.
4. Insert the tabs on the memory module cover into the bottom case assembly. Rotate the memory module cover down
and tighten the two captive screws.
Mini-PCI Card Assembly
You must remove the optional mini-PCI card assembly before the system board assembly can be removed. A mini-PCI card
assembly may consist of a modem, a NIC, a modem and NIC combination, or a wireless NIC. A modem, NIC, or modem and
NIC combination must be connected to the wiring harness as appropriate; a wireless NIC must be connected to the system's
internal antenna.
Mini-PCI Card Assembly Using Interface Cables
Mini PCI Wireless NIC Assembly Using Antenna Cable
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Removing the Mini-PCI Card Assembly
NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed
batteries.
NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface
on the computer.
NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" before performing the following
procedure.
1. Remove the memory module cover.
2. To release the mini-PCI card assembly from its socket, spread apart the metal securing tabs until the assembly pops
up slightly.
3. Lift the mini-PCI card assembly out of its socket and disconnect any attached cables.
Replacing the Mini-PCI Card Assembly
NOTICE: The mini-PCI card must be inserted at a 45-degree angle to avoid damaging the
connector.
NOTICE: The mini-PCI card is keyed, or designed to fit into its socket, in only one direction. Do not force the
connection.
1. Align the mini-PCI card with the socket at a 45-degree angle, and press the mini-PCI card firmly into the socket.
2. Depending on the type of mini-PCI card you are installing, either connect the interface cables to the mini-PCI card, or
connect the mini-coax antenna cable from the mini-PCI card to the internal antenna.
3. Lower the mini-PCI card until it snaps into the metal securing tabs.
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NOTE: If you are installing a wireless NIC, fold and tuck the unused interface cables into the slot so they do not
interfere with the cover.
NOTE: A modem-only mini-PCI card has one connector; place the unused NIC connector under the mini-PCI
card.
4. Replace the memory module cover.
Keyboard Assembly
Removing the Keyboard Screws
Removing the Keyboard Assembly
NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed
batteries.
NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface
on the computer.
NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" before performing the following
procedure.
1. Remove the hard drive.
2. Turn the computer over, and remove the five M2.5 x 12-mm screws from the holes labeled "circle K."
3. Turn the computer over and open the display.
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NOTICE: The key caps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-consuming to replace. Be careful when
removing and handling the keyboard.
4. To release the keyboard from the palmrest assembly, use a small, flat- blade screwdriver or plastic scribe to pull up on
the scalloped edge of the blank key on the keyboard.
NOTE: Removing the center control cover provides more room to free the
keyboard.
Keyboard
5. Lift the keyboard straight up until it clears the keyboard boss support in the bottom case assembly.
6. Rotate the keyboard forward toward the front of the computer.
7. Rest the key face of the keyboard on the palmrest.
Keyboard Connector
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8. Disconnect the keyboard flex cable from the interface connector on the system board assembly by pulling up on the
connector.
NOTICE: Do not pull on the keyboard flex
cable.
9. Remove the keyboard assembly from the bottom case assembly.
Replacing the Keyboard Assembly
1. Place the keyboard on the palmrest at the front of the computer with the keys face down and the connector toward
the back of the computer.
NOTICE: To avoid damage to the connector pins, press the keyboard connector evenly into the interface connector,
and do not reverse the keyboard connector.
2. Connect the keyboard flex cable to the interface connector on the system board assembly.
3. Carefully turn the keyboard over and fit the keyboard into place.
NOTICE: Position the keyboard flex cable so it is not pinched when you replace the keyboard in the bottom case
assembly.
4. Check that the keyboard is correctly installed. The keys should be flush with the left and right surfaces of the
palmrest.
5. Reinstall the five M2.5 x 12-mm screws in the holes labeled "circle K."
Removing the Display Assembly
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NOTICE: You must remove the display assembly before you remove the palmrest assembly; the display assembly
hinges pass through the back of the palmrest assembly.
NOTE: Always remove and replace the display panel as a complete
assembly.
NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed
batteries.
NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface
on the computer.
NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" before performing the following
procedure.
Display Assembly
1. Remove the hard drive.
2. Remove the center control cover.
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