Dell Studio Slim Service Manual
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1. System Board Components A CAUTION 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 Inside View of Your Computer power supply hard drive front I O panel 4 FlexBay with optional Media Card Reader 5 optical drive P6 chassis fan System Board Components 35 1 processor socket CPU 2 processor fan connector CPU FAN 3 clear password jumper 4 clear CMOS jumper CMOS PW CLEAR CMOS 5 memory module connector memory module connector DIMM 1 DIMM 3 7 memory module connector memory module connector DIMM 2 DIMM 4 9 main power connector 10 serial ATA drive connector SATAO ATX POWER 11 serial ATA drive connector 12 serial ATA drive connector SATA5 SATA1 13 serial ATA drive connector 14 S PDIF out connector SPDIF_OUT1 SATA4 15 front panel connector 16 FlexBay USB connector F USB5 F_PANEL 17 Media Card Reader USB 18 front USB connector F_USB3 connector F_USB4 19 front I O USB connector 20 FlexDock USB connector F_USB1 F_USB2 21 front 1394 connector F 1394 battery socket 23 front audio connector 24 PCI connector PCI 1 F AUDIO 25 PCI Express x1 connector 26 PCI Express x1 connector PCIE X1 2 PCIE X1 1 27 PCI Express x16 connector 28 audio connectors PCIE X16 292. Appears on the left side of the Options Field Appears on the right side of Options List and Help Appears on the right side System Setup window The field lists features contains information about each option listed in the Options List In of the System Setup window and that define the configuration of your computer this field you can view information about your computer and make contains help information about including installed hardware power changes to your current settings Press Enter to make changes to the option selected in Options conservation and security features your current settings Press ESC to return to the Options List List Scroll up and down the list with the up and down arrow keys As an option is highlighted the Options Field displays the option s current and available settings NOTE Not all settings listed in the Options Field are changeable Key Functions Appears below the Options Field and lists keys and their functions within the active system setup field System Setup Options K NOTE Depending on your computer and installed devices the items listed in this section may appear or may not appear exactly as listed Main System Info Lists the BIOS version system name asset tag and service tag Memory Info Indicates amount of installed memory memory speed channel mode dual or single and type of memory installed Advanced CPU type Indicates the type of CPU insta
3. Right click the My Computer icon on your Microsoft Windows desktop and click Properties 14 Click the General tab 15 To verify that the memory is installed correctly check the amount of memory RAM listed Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Replacing the Power Supply Dell Studio Slim 540s Service Manual A CAUTION 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 gt CAUTION To guard against likelihood of electric shock laceration by moving fan blades or other unexpected injuries always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover NOTICE Do not perform the following steps unless you are familiar with hardware removal and replacement Performing these steps incorrectly could damage your computer To contact Dell for technical assistance see the Setup Guide 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover NOTICE Note the location and ID of each power connector before disconnecting the power supply cables 3 Follow the DC power cables that stem from the power supply and disconnect each connected power cable K NOTE Note the routing of the DC power cables underneath the tabs in the computer chassis as you remove them from the syste
4. and wait approximately five seconds d Remove the jumper plug and replace it on the CMOS jumper CLEAR CMOS pins 1 and 2 4 Replace the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 5 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and turn them on Flashing the BI OS The BIOS may require flashing when an update is available or when replacing the system board 1 Turn on the computer 2 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer at the Dell Support website at support dell com NOTE For non U S regions choose your country region from the drop down list at the bottom of the Dell support website and then locate the BIOS update file for your computer 3 Click Download Now to download the file 4 Ifthe Export Compliance Disclaimer window appears click Yes Accept this Agreement The File Download window appears 5 Click Save this program to disk and then click OK The Save In window appears 6 Click the down arrow to view the Save In menu select Desktop and then click Save The file downloads to your desktop 7 Click Close when the Download Complete window appears The file icon appears on your desktop and is titled the same as the download BIOS update file 8 Double click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on the screen Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Technical Overview Dell Studio Slim 540s Service Manual Inside View of Your Computer
5. boards may be in different locations compared to the existing connectors on the system board E NOTE Jumper settings on replacement system boards are preset at the factory 9 Orient the system board by aligning the screw holes on the system board with the screw holes on the chassis 10 Replace the eight screws that secure the system board to the chassis 11 Connect the cables that you removed from the system board 12 Replace the processor see Replacing the Processor NOTICE Ensure that the heat sink assembly is correctly seated and secure 13 Replace the memory modules see Replacing Memory Module s 14 Replace any expansion cards on the system board see Replacing PCI PCI Express Card s 15 Replace the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 16 Connect your computer and devices to an electrical outlet and turn them on 17 Flash the system BIOS as needed K NOTE For information on flashing the system BIOS see Flashing the BIOS Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page System Setup Dell Studio Slim 540s Service Manual Q Overview Clearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing CMOS Settings Flashing the BIOS Overview Use system setup to Change the system configuration information after you add change or remove any hardware in your computer Set or change a user selectable option such as the user password Read the current amount of memory or set the type of hard drive in
6. can also use this feature to restart your computer to a USB device such as a USB floppy drive or a memory key 1 If you are booting to a USB device connect the USB device to a USB connector 2 Turn on or restart your computer 3 When F2 Setup F12 Boot Menu appears in the upper right corner of the screen press lt F12 gt If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears continue to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop Then shut down your computer and try again The Boot Device Menu appears listing all available boot devices Each device has a number next to it 4 On the Boot Device Menu choose the device from which you want to boot For example if you are booting to a USB memory key highlight USB Flash Device and press lt Enter gt K NOTE To boot to a USB device the device must be bootable To ensure your device is bootable check the device documentation Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots 1 Enter system setup see Entering System Setup 2 Use the arrow keys to highlight the Boot menu option and press lt Enter gt to access the menu E NOTE Write down your current boot sequence in case you want to restore it 3 Press the up and down arrow keys to move through the list of devices 4 Press plus or minus to change the boot priority of device Clearing Forgotten Passwords A CAUTION Before you begin any of the procedures in this section follow the safety ins
7. video connector HDMI 30 2 USB connectors and 1 LAN connector USB LAN 31 chassis fan connector 32 2 USB connectors and SYS_FAN1 1 IEEE 1394 connector 33 video connector VGA S PDIF connector SPDIF_OUT2 35 power for processor ATX_CPU i Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Dell Studio Slim 540s Service Manual 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 N CAUTION A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage personal injury or death Information in this document is subject to change without notice 2008 Dell Inc All rights reserved Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc is strictly forbidden Trademarks used in this text Dell the DELL logo and Dell Studio are trademarks of Dell Inc Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation in the U S and other countries Microsoft and Windows are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries 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 tha
8. Dell Studio Slim 540s Service Manual Technical Overview Replacing Fans Before You Begin Replacing the Front I O Panel Replacing the Computer Cover Replacing the Processor Replacing the Support Bracket Replacing the System Board Replacing the Front Panel Replacing the Power Supply Replacing Memory Module s Replacing the Battery Replacing PCI PCI Express Card s Replacing the Rubber Foot Replacing Drives System Setup 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 Information in this document is subject to change without notice 2008 Dell Inc All rights reserved Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc is strictly forbidden Trademarks used in this text Dell the DELL logo and Dell Studio are trademarks of Dell Inc Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation in the U S and other countries Microsoft and Windows are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries 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 In
9. anual A CAUTION 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 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 3 Remove the front panel see Replacing the Front Panel 4 Remove any expansion cards see Replacing PCI PCI Express Card s NOTICE Carefully note the routing of each cable before you disconnect it so that you are sure to re route cables correctly An incorrectly routed or a disconnected cable could lead to computer problems 5 Disconnect the front panel cable F PANEL front panel audio cable F AUDIO and the front I O USB cable F USB2 that are connected to the I O panel from the system board 6 Remove the screw that secures the I O panel to the chassis 7 Slide the I O panel to the side to release the I O panel clamp from the I O panel clamp slot 8 Carefully remove the existing I O panel from the computer 1 I O panel 2 screw 9 To replace the I O panel align and slide the I O panel clamp into the I O panel clamp slot 10 Replace the screw that secures the I O panel to the chassis 11 Reconnect the cables to the system board 12 Replace any expansion cards see Replacing PCI PCI Express Card s 13 Replace the front panel see Replacing the Front Pan
10. ard drive bay and slide the drive out and lift to remove the drive from the chassis K NOTE If removing this drive changes the drive configuration you must ensure that the changes are reflected in system setup When you restart your computer enter system setup see System Setup then go to the Drives section of the system setup and under Drive 0 through 3 set the Drive to the correct configuration o NOTI CE Ensure that you do not scratch the hard disk circuit board while removing or replacing the hard drive 5 To replace the hard drive check the documentation for the drive to verify that it is configured for your computer 6 Fix the four shoulder screws to the hard drive 7 Connect the power and data cables to the hard drive 8 Connect the power and data cables to the system board 9 Align the shoulder screws on the hard drive with the slots in the hard drive bay and place the hard drive into the hard drive bay 10 Slide the hard drive into the hard drive bay till it snaps into place 11 Ensure that all the cables are properly connected and firmly seated 12 Replace the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 13 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn them on Replacing the Optical Drive 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 3 Remove the front panel see Replacing the Front Panel 1 optical dri
11. c disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own Model DCSLA August 2008 Rev A00 Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell Studio Slim 540s Service Manual Technical Specifications Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Safety Instructions This chapter 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 and Safety Instructions You have read the safety information that shipped with your computer 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 Setup Guide that shipped with your computer or see the Dell Support website at support dell com Recommended Tools The procedures in this document may require the use of a small Phillips screwdriver size 2 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 Shut down the operating system 2 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
12. ce the computer cover reconnect the computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn them on 12 To complete the installation see Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI PCI Express Card Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI PCI Express Card K NOTE For information on location of connectors see the Setup Guide For information on installing drivers and software for your card see the documentation that shipped with the card Installed Removed o Network Card 2 Enter system setup see System Setup Go to Integrated Peripherals and select Onboard Audio Controller and then change the setting to Disabled Connect the external audio devices to the sound card s connectors Enter system setup see System Setup Go to Integrated Peripherals and select Onboard LAN Controller and then change the setting to Disabled Connect the network cable to the network card s connector Back to Contents Page 2 Enter system setup see System Setup Go to Integrated Peripherals and select Onboard Audio Controller and then change the setting to Enabled Connect the external audio devices to the computer s back panel connectors Enter system setup see System Setup Go to Integrated Peripherals and select Onboard LAN Controller and then change the setting to Enabled Connect the network cable to the integrated network connector Back to Cont
13. e computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 21 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn them on Removing the FlexBay FlexDock 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 Replacing the FlexBay FlexDock Drive Insert 1 front panel 2 FlexBay drive insert lever 3 FlexBay drive insert 1 Remove the front panel see Replacing the Front Panel 2 Gently press on the FlexBay drive insert lever outward to release the lock 3 Pull the FlexBay drive insert away from the front panel 4 To replace the FlexBay drive insert align the FlexBay drive insert in place 5 Push the insert lever towards the front panel till it snaps in place o NOTI CE To comply with FCC regulations it is recommended that you replace the FlexBay drive insert whenever the FlexBay drive is removed from the computer Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Replacing Fans Dell Studio Slim 540s Service Manual Replacing the Chassis Fan Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly CAUTI ON 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 A CAUTION To guard against likelihood of e
14. e from the network device 3 Disconnect all telephone or network cables from the computer 4 Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets 5 Press and hold the power button while the system is unplugged to ground the system board NOTI CE 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 Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Replacing the Support Bracket Dell Studio Slim 540s Service Manual A CAUTION 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 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 3 Release the card retention bracket by lifting the card retention release lever up 4 Remove any cable s attached to the support bracket 5 Pivot the support bracket and lift it off the hinge tabs 6 To replace the support bracket align and insert the hinges at the bottom of the support bracket into the hinge tabs located along the edge of the computer 7 Pivot the support bracket downward 8 Alig
15. el 14 Replace the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 15 Connect your computer and devices to an electrical outlet and turn them on Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Replacing Memory Module s Dell Studio Slim 540s Service Manual CAUTI ON 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 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin n 2 Remove the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover Locate the memory modules on the system board see System Board Components w 4 Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector securing clip memory module connector 5 Grasp the memory module and pull it upwards If the memory module is difficult to remove gently ease the memory module back and forth to remove it from the connector NOTI CE Do not install ECC memory modules NOTICE If you remove your original memory module s from the computer during a memory upgrade keep them separate from any new memory module s that you may have even if you purchased the new memory module s from Dell If possible do not pair an original memory module with a new memory module Otherwise your computer may not start properly The recommended memory configurations are A pair of matched memo
16. en the two screws to secure the Media Card Reader in the FlexBay drive cage 16 Slide the FlexBay drive cage along with the Media Card Reader in the FlexBay slot till it snaps in place Kd NOTE Ensure that the Media Card Reader is installed before the FlexBay cable is connected 17 Connect the FlexBay USB cable to the back of the Media Card Reader and to the internal USB connector F USB5 on the system board see System Board Components 18 Replace the optical drive see Replacing the Optical Drive 19 Replace the front panel see Replacing the Front Panel 20 Replace the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 21 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn them on Replacing the FlexDock 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 3 Remove the front panel see Replacing the Front Panel 4 Remove the optical drive see Replacing the Optical Drive 3 Not present on all computers FlexDock cable spring clamp FlexDock 5 Disconnect the FlexDock USB cable from the back of the FlexDock and from the internal USB connector F_USB1 on the system board see System Board Components 6 Press the two spring clamps and slide out the FlexDock along with the FlexDock drive cage from the FlexDock slot 7 Remove the two screws holding the FlexDock in the FlexDock drive cage 8 Lift the FlexDock to separate it fro
17. ents Page Replacing the Battery Dell Studio Slim 540s Service Manual A CAUTION 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 A CAUTION 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 2 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin Remove the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 4 Locate the battery socket see System Board Components Record all the screens in system setup see System Setup so that you can restore the correct settings in step 10 NOTICE 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 1 battery positive side 2 battery release lever 5 Carefully press the battery release lever away from the battery and the battery will pop out 6 Remove the battery from the system and properly dispose of the battery 7 Insert the new battery into the
18. eparately 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 3 Disconnect the processor fan cable from the CPU FAN connector on the system board see System Board Components 4 Carefully move away any cables that are routed over the processor fan and heat sink assembly o NOTI CE To ensure maximum cooling for the processor do not touch the heat transfer areas on the processor heat sink The oils in your skin can reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal pads 5 Loosen the four captive screws securing the processor fan and heat sink assembly and lift it straight up 1 processor fan and heat sink 2 captive screws 3 CPU fan assembly 4 cable K NOTE The processor fan and heat sink assembly in your computer may not look exactly like the one shown in the illustration below 6 To replace the processor fan and heat sink assembly clean the thermal grease from the bottom of the heat sink NOTI CE 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 7 Apply the new thermal grease to the top of the processor 8 Place the processor fan and heat sink assembly with the side labeled Rear facing the back of the computer Align the captive screws on the processor fan and heat sink assembly with the four metal screw hole projections on the system boa
19. hold the power button for about 4 seconds to turn them off Safety I nstructions Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage and to help to ensure your own personal safety A CAUTION 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 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 cover from being scratched 2 Turn off your computer see Turning Off Your Computer NOTICE To disconnect a network cable first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug the cabl
20. lectric shock laceration by moving fan blades or other unexpected injuries always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover Replacing the Chassis Fan NOTICE Do not touch the fan blades when you are removing the chassis fan This could damage the fan screw chassis fan 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 3 Disconnect the chassis fan cable from the system board connector SYS_FAN1 4 Remove the screw securing the chassis fan with the chassis 5 Slide and pull the chassis fan away from the chassis 6 To replace the chassis fan align the fan top notch with the chassis fan guide and push the chassis fan towards the chassis 7 Slide the chassis fan in place 8 Replace the screw that secures the chassis fan to chassis 9 Connect the chassis fan cable to the system board connector SYS_FAN1 10 Replace the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly CAUTI ON Despite having a plastic shield the heat sink fan assembly may be very hot during normal operation Be sure that it has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it NOTICE Do not touch the fan blades when you are removing the processor fan and heat sink assembly This could damage the fan NOTICE The processor fan with the heat sink is one single unit Do not try to remove the fan s
21. lled L2 Cache Indicates the amount of CPU L2 cache 32 MB by default Integrated Peripherals Power Power Management Setup o ACPI Suspend Type Boot Boot Device Priority Hard Disk Boot Priority Exit Exit Options Provides options to Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Default and Discard Changes Boot Sequence This feature allows you to change the boot sequence for devices Boot Options Hard Drive The computer attempts to boot from the primary hard drive If no operating system is on the drive the computer generates an error message CD DVD Drive The computer attempts to boot from the CD DVD drive If no CD DVD is in the drive or if the CD DVD has no operating system the computer generates an error message USB Flash Device Insert the memory device into a USB port and restart the computer When F12 Boot Menu appears in the upper right corner of the screen press lt F12 gt The BIOS detects the device and adds the USB flash option to the boot menu K NOTE To boot to a USB device the device must be bootable To ensure that your device is bootable check the device documentation Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot You can use this feature to change the current boot sequence for example to boot from the CD DVD drive to run the Dell Diagnostics on the Drivers and Utilities media On completion of diagnostic tests the previous boot sequence is restored You
22. m board and drives You must route these cables properly when you replace them to prevent them from being pinched or crimped 4 Remove the three screws that secure the power supply to the back of the computer chassis screws 3 power supply 5 Slide the power supply towards the front of the computer and lift it out 6 Slide the replacement power supply towards the back of the computer A CAUTION Failure to replace and tighten all screws may cause electrical shock as these screws are a key part of the system grounding 7 Replace the three screws that secure the power supply to the back of the computer chassis NOTICE Route the DC power cables under the chassis tabs The cables must be properly routed to prevent the cables from being damaged 8 Reconnect the DC power cables to the system board and drives K NOTE Check all cable connections to make sure they are secure 9 Replace the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 10 Connect your computer and devices to an electrical outlet and turn them on Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Replacing the System Board Dell Studio Slim 540s Service Manual A CAUTION 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 o NOTI CE Do not perform the following steps unless yo
23. m the FlexDock drive cage FlexDock drive cage spring clamps 2 Besse Ieee 3 s ses SOC 9 f you are not reinstalling the FlexDock a Replace the optical drive see Replacing the Optical Drive b Reinstall the FlexBay FlexDock drive insert c Replace the front panel see Replacing the Front Panel d Replace the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 10 If you are installing a new FlexDock remove the FlexDock from its packaging 11 Remove the FlexBay FlexDock drive insert see Replacing the FlexBay FlexDock Drive Insert 12 Press the two spring clamps and slide out the FlexDock drive cage from the front of the system 13 Place the FlexDock in the FlexDock drive cage and slide it towards the cage notch to align the cage notch with the notch holes in the FlexDock 14 Align the two screw holes on the FlexDock with the FlexDock drive cage 15 Replace the two screws to secure the FlexDock in the FlexDock drive cage 16 Slide the FlexDock drive cage along with the FlexDock in the FlexDock slot till it snaps in place K NOTE Ensure that the FlexDock is installed before the FlexDock cable is connected 17 Connect the FlexDock USB cable to the back of the FlexDock and to the internal USB connector F_USB1 on the system board see System Board Components 18 Replace the optical drive see Replacing the Optical Drive 19 Replace the front panel see Replacing the Front Panel 20 Replace th
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25. n the bottom of the computer cover with the slots located along the edge of the computer 7 Press down and slide the computer cover towards the front of the computer until the computer cover is securely installed 8 Replace the two screws that secure the computer cover Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Replacing the Processor Dell Studio Slim 540s Service Manual CAUTI ON 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 o NOTI CE Do not perform the following steps unless you are familiar with hardware removal and replacement Performing these steps incorrectly could damage your system board To contact Dell for technical assistance see the Setup Guide 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover CAUTI ON 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 3 Disconnect the power cables from the ATX POWER and ATX CPU connectors see System Board Components on the system board 4 Remove the processor fan and heat sink assembly see Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly K NOTE Unless a new heat sink is required for the new processor reuse the o
26. n the notch in the support bracket with the slot in the hard drive bay and press it down 9 Replace any cable s that were attached to the support bracket 10 Ensure that the support bracket is seated correctly and then replace the card retention bracket 11 Replace the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Replacing the Rubber Foot Dell Studio Slim 540s Service Manual Replacing the Rubber Foot on the Side of Your Computer Replacing the Rubber Foot on the Bottom of Your Computer CAUTI ON 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 Replacing the Rubber Foot on the Side of Your Computer 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Place your computer upright with the computer cover facing the side 3 Pull the rubber foot away from the chassis until it is released K NOTE If you are installing a new rubber foot remove the double sided glue attached to the rubber foot 4 To replace the rubber foot align and press the rubber foot into the rubber foot slot in the chassis 5 Align and press the rubber foot pin into the hole in the rubber foot rubber foot slot 2 rubber foot 1 e a Replacing the Rubber Foot on the Bottom of Your Compute
27. necessary disconnect any cables connected to the card For a PCI card grasp the card by its top corners and ease it out of its connector For a PCI Express card pull the securing tab grasp the card by its top corners and then ease it out of its connector 7 f you are replacing an existing card go to step 6 of Installing a PCI PCI Express Card NOTICE 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 8 If you are not replacing a card install a filler bracket in the empty card slot opening 9 Fix the support bracket and then press down the card retention bracket to seat it on its slot ensuring that The guide clamp is aligned with the guide notch The tops of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment bar The notch in the top of the card or filler bracket fits around the alignment guide 10 Replace the computer cover reconnect the computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn them on 11 To complete the removal procedure see Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI PCI Express Card I nstalling a PCI PCI Express Card 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the computer cover See Replacing the Computer Cover 3 Release the card retention bracket by lifting the card retention release lever up 4 Remove the support b
28. nton all computers spring clamp Media Card Reader 5 Disconnect the FlexBay USB cable and the power cable from the back of the Media Card Reader and from the internal USB connector F USB5 on the system board see System Board Components 6 Press the two spring clamps and slide out the Media Card Reader along with the FlexBay drive cage from the FlexBay slot 7 Remove the two screws holding the Media Card Reader in the FlexBay drive cage 8 Lift the Media Card Reader to separate it from the FlexBay drive cage FlexBay drive cage spring clamps 2 1 cage notch 2 I Media Card Reader seem 1 9 f you are not reinstalling the Media Card Reader a Replace the optical drive see Replacing the Optical Drive b Reinstall the FlexBay drive insert c Replace the front panel see Replacing the Front Panel d Replace the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 10 If you are installing a new Media Card Reader remove the Media Card Reader from its packaging 11 Remove the FlexBay drive insert see Replacing the FlexBay FlexDock Drive Insert 12 Press the two spring clamps and slide out the FlexBay drive cage from the front of the system 13 Place the Media Card Reader in the FlexBay drive cage and slide it towards the cage notch to align the cage notch with the notch holes in the Media Card Reader 14 Align the two screw holes on the Media Card Reader with the FlexBay drive cage 15 Tight
29. ouch or bend the pins on the system board Align the front and rear alignment notches on the processor with the front and rear alignment notches on the socket Align the pin 1 corners of the processor and socket NOTICE To avoid damage ensure that the processor aligns properly with the socket and do not use excessive force when you install the processor Place the processor lightly in the socket and ensure that the processor is positioned correctly When the processor is fully seated in the socket close the processor cover Ensure that the tab on the processor cover is positioned underneath the center cover latch on the socket Pivot the socket release lever back towards the socket and snap it into place to secure the processor Clean the thermal grease from the bottom of the heat sink NOTI CE 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 Apply the new thermal grease to the top of the processor Replace the processor fan and heat sink assembly see Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly NOTICE Ensure that the processor fan and heat sink assembly is correctly seated and secure Connect the power cables from the ATX POWER and ATX CPU connectors see System Board Components on the system board Replace the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover Connect your computer and devices to elec
30. r 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Lay your computer on its side with the computer cover facing up 3 Pull the rubber foot and pull it away from the chassis until it is released K NOTE If you are installing a new rubber foot remove the double sided glue attached to the rubber foot 4 To replace the rubber foot align and press the rubber foot onto the rubber foot recess in the chassis rubber foot rubber foot recess Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Replacing PCI PCI Express Card s Dell Studio Slim 540s Service Manual Removing a PCI PCI Express Card Installing a PCI PCI Express Card Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI PCI Express Card A CAUTION 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 Removing a PCI PCI Express Card 1 Uninstall the card s driver and software from the operating system For more information see the Setup Guide 2 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 3 Remove the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 4 Release the card retention bracket by lifting the card retention release lever 1 card retention release lever 2 card retention bracket 5 Remove the support bracket see Replacing the Support Bracket 6 If
31. racket see Replacing the Support Bracket 5 Remove the filler bracket to create a card slot opening 6 Prepare the card for installation See the documentation that came with the card for information on Configuring and customizing the card Making internal connections 7 Align the card with the connector K NOTE If you are installing a PCI Express card into the x16 connector ensure that the securing slot is aligned with the securing tab PCI Express x16 card PCI Express x1 card 4 PCI Express x1 card slot 8 Place the card in the connector and press down firmly Ensure that the card is fully seated in the slot alignment bar 2 fully seated card 1 not fully seated card E alignment guide bracket within slot 6 bracket caught outside of slot 9 Fix the support bracket and then press down the card retention bracket to seat it on its slot ensuring that The guide clamp is aligned with the guide notch The tops of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment bar The notch in the top of the card or filler bracket fits around the alignment guide NOTI CE 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 10 If applicable connect any cables that should be attached to the card See the documentation for the card for information about the card s cable connections 11 Repla
32. rd 9 Tighten the four captive screws that secure the processor fan and heat sink assembly K NOTE Ensure that the processor fan and heat sink assembly is correctly seated and secure 10 Connect the processor fan and heat sink assembly cable to the CPU_FAN connector on the system board see System Board Components 11 Replace the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 12 Connect your computer and devices to an electrical outlet and turn them on Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Replacing the Front Panel Dell Studio Slim 540s Service Manual A CAUTION 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 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover front panel top tabs 3 3 Grasp and lift the front panel top tabs one at a time to release it from the front of the computer 4 To replace the front panel align and insert the front panel bottom tabs into the front panel hinges on the chassis 5 Rotate the front panel towards the computer until it snaps into place 6 Replace the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Replacing the Front I O Panel Dell Studio Slim 540s Service M
33. riginal heat sink assembly when you replace the processor 5 Press and push the release lever down and out to release it from the tab that secures it 6 Open the processor cover processor cover processor socket release lever NOTICE When removing or 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 7 Lift up the processor to remove it from the socket place it aside in a safe and secure place Leave the release lever extended in the release position so that the socket is ready for the new processor NOTICE Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the back of the computer 8 Unpack the new processor being careful not to touch the underside of the processor 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 front alignment notch processor cover socket processor 2 center cover latch l6 release lever processor pin 1 indicator If the release lever on the socket is not fully extended move it to that position NOTI CE 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 NOTI CE Socket pins are delicate To avoid damage ensure that the processor is aligned properly with the socket and do not use excessive force when you install the processor Be careful not to t
34. ry modules installed in DIMM connectors 1 and 2 or A pair of matched memory modules installed in DIMM connectors 1 and 2 and another matched pair installed in DIMM connectors 3 and 4 NOTE If you install mixed pairs of PC2 5300 DDR2 667 MHz and PC2 6400 DDR2 800 MHz memory the memory modules function at the speed of the slowest memory module installed 6 Ensure that you install a single memory module in DIMM connector 1 the connector closest to the processor before you install memory modules in any other connector 1 Pair A matched pair of memory 2 Pair B matched pair of memory modules in connectors DIMM 1 modules in connectors DIMM 3 and DIMM 2 and DIMM 4 7 Align the notch at the bottom of the memory module with the tab in the connector memory module 2 2 a tb o o NOTICE To avoid damage to the memory module press the memory module straight down into the connector while you apply equal force to each end of the memory module 8 Insert the memory module into the connector until the memory module snaps into position If you insert the memory module correctly the securing clips snap into the cutouts at each end of the memory module 9 Replace the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 10 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn them on 11 Ifa message appears stating that the memory size has changed press F1 to continue 12 Log on to your computer 13
35. socket with the side labeled facing up then snap the battery into place battery positive side battery release lever 8 Replace the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 9 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn them on 10 Enter system setup see System Setup and restore the settings you recorded in step 1 Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Replacing the Computer Cover Dell Studio Slim 540s Service Manual A CAUTION 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 A CAUTION To guard against likelihood of electric shock laceration by moving fan blades or other unexpected injuries always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover NOTICE Ensure that sufficient space exists to support the system with the cover removed at least 30 cm 1 ft of desk top space 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Lay your computer on its side with the computer cover facing up 3 Remove the two screws securing the cover using a flat blade screwdriver 1 computer cover 2 screws 2 4 Slide the computer cover away from the front of the computer and lift it 5 Setthe cover aside in a secure location 6 To replace the computer cover align the tabs o
36. stalled NOTICE Unless you are an expert computer user do not change the settings for this program Certain changes can make your computer work incorrectly K NOTE Before you use system setup it is recommended that you write down the system setup screen information for future reference Entering System Setup 1 Turn on or restart your computer 2 When the blue DELL logo is displayed watch for the F2 prompt to appear and then press lt F2 gt immediately K NOTE The F2 prompt indicates that the keyboard has initialized This prompt can appear very quickly so you must watch for it to display and then press lt F2 gt If you press lt F2 gt before you are prompted this keystroke will be lost If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears continue to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop Then shut down your computer see Turning Off Your Computer and try again System Setup Screens The system setup screen displays current or changeable configuration information for your computer Information on the screen is divided into three areas the options list active options field and key functions Menu Appears on top of the System Setup window This field provides a menu to access to the System Setup options Press lt e gt and lt gt keys to navigate As a Menu option is highlighted the Options List lists the options that define the hardware installed on you computer Options List
37. trical outlets and then turn them on Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Replacing Drives Dell Studio Slim 540s Service Manual Replacing the Hard Drive Replacing the Optical Drive Replacing the Media Card Reader Replacing the FlexDock Removing the FlexBay FlexDock Break Away Metal Plate Replacing the FlexBay FlexDock Drive Insert A CAUTION 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 E NOTE The system does not support IDE devices K NOTE The 3 5 inch Media Card Reader is not interchangeable with the hard drive carrier Replacing the Hard Drive o NOTICE If you are replacing a hard drive that contains data you want to keep back up your files before you begin this procedure 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 3 Disconnect the power and data cables from the hard drive K NOTE If you are not replacing the hard 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 a hard drive at a later time 1 shoulder screws 4 2 eer eee SATA1 SATA4 or SATA5 cable S harddrive o Je setn psi aA aacawe 4 Press the lever on the side of the h
38. tructions that shipped with your computer A CAUTION The computer must be disconnected from the electrical outlet to clear the passwords setting 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 3 Reset the password a Locate the 3 pin password connector CLEAR_PW on the system board see System Board Components cea Pw b Remove the 2 pin jumper plug from pins 2 and 3 and fix it on pins 1 and 2 c Wait for approximately five seconds to clear the password d Remove the 2 pin jumper plug from pins 1 and 2 and replace it on pins 2 and 3 to enable the password feature 4 Replace the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 5 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and turn them on Clearing CMOS Settings A CAUTION Before you begin any of the procedures in this section follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer A CAUTION The computer must be disconnected from the electrical outlet to clear the CMOS setting 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 3 Reset the current CMOS settings a Locate the 3 pin CMOS jumper CLEAR CMOS on the system board see System Board Components b Remove the jumper plug from the CMOS jumper CLEAR CMOS pins 1 and 2 c Place the jumper plug on the CMOS jumper CLEAR CMOS pins 2 and 3
39. u are familiar with hardware removal and replacement Performing these steps incorrectly could damage your system board To contact Dell for technical assistance see the Setup Guide 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 3 Remove any expansion cards on the system board see Replacing PCI PCI Express Card s CAUTI ON The processor heat sink can get very hot during normal operation Be sure that the heat sink has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it 4 Remove the processor see Replacing the Processor 5 Remove the memory modules see Replacing Memory Module s and note which memory module is removed from each memory socket so that the memory modules can be installed in the same location after the board is replaced NOTICE Carefully note the routing and location of each cable before you disconnect it so that you are sure to re route cables correctly An incorrectly routed or a disconnected cable could lead to computer problems 6 Disconnect all cables from the system board 7 Remove the eight screws from the system board B a t pa 1 screws 8 2 system board 8 Lift the system board up and out NOTICE If you are replacing the system board visually compare the replacement system board to the existing system board to make sure that you have the correct part K NOTE Some components and connectors on replacement system
40. ve 2 lever 4 Disconnect the power cable and the data cable from the back of the optical drive NOTE If you are uninstalling the only optical drive in your computer and will not replace it at this time disconnect the data cable from the system board and set it aside 5 Pull the lever gently to release the optical drive 6 Push and slide the optical drive out through the front of the computer 7 To replace the optical drive fix the four shoulder screws on the optical drive 1 optical drive 2 screws 4 8 Align the shoulder screw of the optical drive with the slots in the optical drive bay 9 Gently slide the optical drive till it snaps in place 10 Connect the power and data cables to the optical drive 11 Connect the power and data cables to the system board 12 Replace the front panel see Replacing the Front Panel 13 Replace the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 14 Connect your computer and devices to their electrical outlets and turn them on K NOTE If you installed a new drive see the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software required for the drive operation Replacing the Media Card Reader 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin 2 Remove the computer cover see Replacing the Computer Cover 3 Remove the front panel see Replacing the Front Panel 4 Remove the optical drive see Replacing the Optical Drive Not prese
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