Dell 8500 Laptop User Manual
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1. screwdriver perpendicular to microprocessor 2 ZIF socket cam screw 3 4 NOTE The ZIF socket cam screw secures the microprocessor to the system board Take note of the arrow on the ZIF socket cam screw which indicates the direction to turn the cam screw 6 Lift out the microprocessor module Installing the Microprocessor Module NOTICE Ensure that the cam lock is in the fully open position before seating the microprocessor module Seating the microprocessor module properly in the ZIF socket does not require force NOTICE A microprocessor module that is not properly seated can result in an intermittent connection or permanent damage to the microprocessor and ZIF socket 1 Align the pin 1 corner of the microprocessor module with the pin 1 corner of the ZIF socket and insert the microprocessor module NOTE The pin 1 corner of the microprocessor module has a triangle that aligns with the triangle on the pin 1 corner of the ZIF socket NOTICE You must position the microprocessor module correctly in the ZIF socket to avoid permanent damage to the module and the socket When the microprocessor module is correctly seated all four corners are aligned at the same height If one or more corners of the module are higher than the others the module is not seated correctly 2 Tighten the ZIF socket by turning the cam screw clockwise to secure the microprocessor module to the system board 3 Perform the steps in Remov2. Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Reserve Battery Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual N CAUTION Before working inside your Dell computer read the safety instructions in your Owner s Manual NOTICE To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as the back panel on the computer 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Remove the battery 3 Depress the battery latch and rotate it out to remove the reserve battery cover reserve battery cover 4 Pull the reserve battery straight out of the computer base 5 Disconnect the reserve battery cable connector from the speaker connector speaker connector reserve battery Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Speakers Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual A CAUTION Before performing the following procedures read the safety instructions in your Owner s Manual NOTICE To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as the back panel on the computer 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Remove the keyboard 3 Remove the display assembly 4 Remove the palm rest 5 Remove the system board NOTICE Handle the speakers with care to avoid damagin
3. and rotate the display panel out of the top cover 7 Remove the yellow tape from the top display connector 8 Press in the tabs on both sides of the top display cable connector and pull the display cable connector away from the top flex cable connector top flex cable connector 9 Use the pull tab to disconnect the bottom flex cable connector from the inverter connector Y 3 N gt 9 d top flex cable connector top display cable connector pull tab on bottom flex cable connector 10 Remove the yellow tape from above the bottom flex cable connector Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Docking Doors Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual Removing the Docking Doors A CAUTION Before working inside your computer read the safety instructions in your Owner s Manual NOTICE To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as the back panel on the computer 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Gently bend the docking covers and lift them away from the computer base Installing the Docking Doors Slide the side of the docking covers with the spring over the longer posts docking doors with spring longer post Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Fan Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual A CAUTION Be
4. 2 5 x 4 mm screws M2 5 x 4 mm screws 3 11 Remove the M2 5 x 12 mm screw labeled circle B from the computer base M2 5 x 12 mm screw 1 12 Remove the system board from the computer base system board 1 Installing the System Board 1 Perform all the steps in Removing the System Board in reverse order NOTICE Before turning on the computer replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer 2 Turn on the computer K NOTE After replacing the system board enter the computer Service Tag into the BIOS of the replacement system board 3 Insert the floppy disk or CD that accompanied the replacement system board into the appropriate drive Follow the instructions that appear on the screen Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page System Components Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual 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 Unless otherwise noted each procedure in this document assumes that a part can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse order 7 Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual Removing the Microprocessor Thermal Cooli
5. 25x3mm M25x4mm M25x45mm n Fm M25x6mm M25x6mm M25x12mm M3x3mm Optional Module Modem Hard Drive 1 each ja H M2 x 3 mm Fan 2 each M2 5 x 12 mm M2 5 x 6 mm Display Bezel shoulder screw covers 2 each display bumpers 6 each 2 each ja M2 5 x 4 5 mm 6 each M2 5 x 6 mm Video Card 1 each M2 x 3 mm Keyboard 2 each Display Panel Ja H M2 x 3 mm Palm Rest 1 each e H M3 x 3 mm Display Assembly 2 each aar 4 M2 5 x 12 mm Display Latch ier M2 5 x 6 mm Speakers 4 each 2 each 1 each jan j F I H H M2 5 x 6 mm M2 5 x 4 mm M2 5 x 3 mm 13 each aas M2 5 x 12 mm System Board as H M2 5 x 4 mm i M2 5 x 6 mm aan M2 5 x 12 mm Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual 1 Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the main battery is installed properly 2 Insert the flash BIOS update program floppy disk or CD and turn on the computer Follow the instructions that appear on the screen The computer continues to boot and updates the new BIOS When the update is complete the computer will automatically reboot 3 Press during POST to enter the system setup program w ona 4 Press and GE to reset the computer defaults 5 Press Sona select Save chang
6. Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual Before You Begin System Components Memory Module Mini PCI Card Modem and Modules Color Insert Cover Hard Drive Bluetooth Card Fan Docking Doors Keyboard Display Assembly Video Card Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly Palm Rest Microprocessor Module Flashing the BIOS Reserve Battery System Board Speakers Base Latch Pin Assignments for I O Connectors Notes Notices and Cautions K NOTE A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer NOTI CE 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 2003 Dell Inc All rights reserved Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc is strictly forbidden Trademarks used in this text Dell the DELL logo and Inspiron are trademarks of Dell Inc Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Bluetooth is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and is used by Dell Inc under license 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 an
7. Display Bezel A CAUTION Before performing the following procedures read the safety instructions in your Owner s Manual NOTICE To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as the back panel on the computer 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Remove the central control cover 3 Remove the display assembly 4 Use a plastic scribe to pry the eight display bumpers out of the screw holes located on the front of the bezel 5 Remove the eight M2 5 x 6 mm screws located on the front of the bezel NOTICE Carefully separate the bezel from the top cover to avoid damage to the bezel 6 Starting at the bottom of the display panel by the DELL logo use your fingers to separate the bezel from the top cover by lifting the inside edge of the bezel away from the top cover Display Panel A CAUTION Before performing the following procedures read the safety instructions in your Owner s Manual NOTICE To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Remove the central control cover 3 Remove the display assembly 4 Remove the display bezel 5 Remove the nine M2 x 3 mm screws from the display panel 6 Lift the display panel
8. croprocessor Module Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual Removing the Microprocessor Module A CAUTION Before performing the following procedures read the safety instructions in your Owner s Manual NOTICE To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as the back panel on the computer NOTICE Do not touch the processor die Press and hold the microprocessor down on the substrate on which the die is mounted while turning the cam screw to prevent intermittent contact between the cam screw and microprocessor NOTICE To avoid damage to the microprocessor hold the screwdriver so that it is perpendicular to the microprocessor when turning the cam screw 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Remove the keyboard 3 Remove the fan NOTICE To ensure maximum cooling for the microprocessor do not touch the heat transfer areas on the microprocessor thermal cooling assembly The oils in your skin reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal pads 4 Remove the microprocessor thermal cooling assembly NOTICE When removing the microprocessor module pull the module straight up Be careful not to bend the pins on the microprocessor module 5 To loosen the ZIF socket use a small flat blade screwdriver and rotate the ZIF socket cam screw counterclockwise until it comes to the cam stop
9. de the Computer 2 Remove the keyboard NOTICE You must remove the display assembly before you remove the palm rest the display hinges pass through the back of the palm rest 3 Remove the display assembly 4 Remove the microprocessor thermal cooling assembly 5 Remove the video card 6 Remove the 13 M2 5 x 12 mm screws from the bottom of the computer 1 M2 5 x 12 mm screws 13 7 Remove the two M2 5 x 4 mm screws from the top of the palm rest M2 5 x 4 mm screws 2 top of the palm rest 8 Disconnect the touch pad connector from the system board 1 back center of the palm NOTICE Carefully separate the palm rest from the computer base to avoid damage to the palm rest 9 Use your fingers to separate the palm rest from the computer base Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Pin Assignments for I O Connectors Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual USB Connector Video Connector Parallel Connector S Video TV Out Connector Serial Connector USB Connector 1234 aa Video Connector Ad Ga 10 9876 15 14 13 12 11 CRT 6 CRT B MONITOR DETECT E Parallel Connector By EIE aar hae IE IE IE IE AE LE AE AF i 1 Wa 12 HG eo eG AA Be 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 C Fran Ia ET Fr Ie N a id stn PD7 GND S Video ional SP_DIF DCMPS L SP_DIF Serial Connector 12393 4 6 6 7 89
10. e computer store it in protective antistatic packaging See Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge in your Owner s Manual 3 Slide the hard drive out of the computer Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Keyboard Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual A CAUTION Before performing the following procedures read the safety instructions in your Owner s Manual NOTICE To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as the back panel on the computer 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Turn the computer right side up and open it display 3 Remove the center control cover a Open the display all the way 180 degrees so that it lies flat against your work surface b Starting on the left side of the computer use a plastic scribe or flat blade screw driver to pry up the center control cover c Disconnect the center control cover flex cable from the system board connector using the pull tab d Lift the center control cover away from the computer and lay it aside center control cover system board connector 4 Remove the keyboard a Remove the two M2 5 x 6 mm screws across the top of the keyboard NOTICE The keycaps on the keyboard are fragile easily dislodged and time consuming to replace Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard b Ro
11. e metal securing tabs until the card pops up slightly c Lift the Mini PCI card out of its connector Mini PCI card connector Mini PCI card antenna cables 2 NOTICE To avoid damaging the Mini PCI card never place cables on top of or under the card NOTICE The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion If you feel resistance check the connectors and realign the card 4 Align the Mini PCI card with the connector at a 45 degree angle and press the Mini PCI card firmly into the connector and press down until you feel a click 5 Connect the antenna cables to the Mini PCI Mini PCI card antenna cables 2 6 Replace the cover and tighten the screw Modem A CAUTION Before working inside your computer read the safety instructions in your Owner s Manual CAUTION To prevent static damage to components inside your computer discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer s electronic components You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface NOTICE Handle components and cards by their edges and avoid touching pins and contacts 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Turn the computer over and loosen the captive screw from the Mini PCI card modem cover captive screw 2 Mini PCI card modem cover 3 Ifa modem is not already installed go to step 4 If you are replacing a modem remove the existing modem a Rem
12. es and reboot and press oe to save configuration changes 6 Remove the flash BIOS update program floppy disk or CD from the drive and restart the computer Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Bluetooth Card Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual A CAUTION Before performing the following procedures read the safety instructions in your Owner s Manual NOTICE To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as the back panel on the computer If you ordered a Bluetooth card with your computer the card is already installed 1 Remove the hard drive 2 Pull the Bluetooth card connector out of the system board connector 3 Pull the cable to remove the Bluetooth card from the computer Bluetooth card system board connector Bluetooth card connector Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Color Insert Cover Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual Removing the Color Insert Cover 1 Press down along the front of the display as shown 2 Firmly grasp the lip of the cover to detach it from the computer and pull the cover up Replacing the Color Insert Cover 1 Place the tabs on the cover in the grooves above the display hinges and lower the cover over the computer 2 Press along the front until the cover snaps into place Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Mi
13. es purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Turn the computer over loosen the captive screw from the memory module cover and lift the cover captive screw memory module cover NOTICE To prevent damage to the memory module connector do not use tools to spread the inner metal tabs that secure the memory module 3 If you are replacing a memory module remove the existing module NOTICE Handle memory modules by their edges and do not touch the components on a module a Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up b Remove the module from the connector securing clips 2 per connector memory module NOTICE If you need to install memory modules in two connectors install a memory module in the connector labeled DIMMA Slot 1 before you install a module in the connector labeled DIMMB 4 Ground yourself and install the new memory module a Align the notch in the module with the slot in the center of the connector b Slide the edge of the module firmly into the connector and rotate the module down until you feel a click If you do not feel the click remove the module and reinstall it K NOTE If the memory module is not installed properly the computer does not boot The Num Lock and Scroll Lock lights blink about
14. fore performing the following procedures read the safety instructions in your Owner s Manual NOTICE To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as the back panel on the computer 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Remove the two M2 5 x 12 screws from the fan cover M2 5 x 12 mm screws 2 fan cover 3 Lift the fan out of the computer Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual CAUTION If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the drive is hot do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive CAUTION Before working inside your computer read the safety instructions in your Owner s Manual NOTICE To prevent data loss shut down your computer before removing the hard drive Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is on in standby mode or in hibernate mode oOo OP BD NOTI CE Hard drives are extremely fragile even a slight bump can damage the drive KN NOTE Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell ur Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Turn the computer over Use a standard 1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the M3 x 3 mm screw 1 M3 x 3 mm screw NOTICE When the hard drive is not in th
15. g them 6 Remove the M2 5 x 3 mm screw from the speakers 7 Remove the reserve battery from the speakers and lift out the speakers speakers M2 5 x 3 mm screw 1 reserve battery Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page System Board Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual Removing the System Board A CAUTION Before performing the following procedures read the safety instructions in your Owner s Manual NOTICE To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as the back panel on the computer The system board s BIOS chip contains the Service Tag which is also visible on a barcode label on the bottom of the computer The replacement kit for the system board includes a CD that provides a utility for transferring the Service Tag to the replacement system board NOTICE Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any installed batteries 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Remove the keyboard 3 Remove the display assembly 4 Remove the palm rest 5 Remove the video card 6 Remove the microprocessor thermal cooling assembly 7 Remove the microprocessor 8 Remove the two M2 5 x 6 mm screws from the system board support ice system board support 9 Disconnect the speaker cable 10 Remove the three M
16. ing the Microprocessor Module in reverse order beginning with step 4 4 Update the BIOS using a flash BIOS update program floppy disk or CD For instructions on how to flash the BIOS see Flashing the BIOS Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Display Assembly Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual Display Assembly Display Bezel Display Panel Display Assembly A CAUTION Before performing the following procedures read the safety instructions in your Owner s Manual NOTICE To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as the back panel on the computer NOTICE You must remove the display assembly before you remove the palm rest 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Turn the computer over and remove the two M2 5 x 12 mm screws labeled D on the bottom of the computer e 3 Turn over the computer and open the display 4 Remove the central control cover 5 Disconnect the display cable using the pull tab and release the cable from the four cable routing clips K NOTE When you replace the display assembly ensure that you route the display cable under the EMI clip and cable routing clips 6 Lift the display out of the computer M2 5 x 4 5 mm shoulder screws display bezel 2 shoulder screw covers 2 6 display panel 9
17. ng Assembly A CAUTION Before performing the following procedures read the safety instructions in your Owner s Manual NOTICE To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as the back panel on the computer NOTICE Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any installed batteries Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Remove the keyboard 3 Remove the fan Loosen in consecutive order the four captive screws labeled 1 through 4 that secure the microprocessor thermal cooling assembly to the system board captive screws 4 2 microprocessor thermal cooling assembly 5 Rotate the microprocessor thermal cooling assembly up toward the side of the computer and away from the system board Installing the Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly 1 Place the left side of the microprocessor thermal cooling assembly under the palm rest and rotate the assembly onto the system board 2 Tighten the four captive screws labeled 1 through 4 in consecutive order Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual K 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 yo
18. off and not in a power management mode If you cannot shut down the computer using the computer operating system press and hold the power button for 4 seconds 4 Ifthe computer is connected to a docking station undock it 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 from the PC Card slot 9 Close the display and turn the computer upside down on a flat work surface NOTI CE To avoid damaging the system board you must remove the main battery before you service the computer 10 Slide and hold the battery bay latch release on the bottom of the computer and then remove the battery from the bay 11 Remove any installed memory modules Mini PCI cards and modules including a second battery if one is installed 12 Remove the hard drive Recommended Tools The procedures in this manual require the following tools 1 Phillips screwdriver Va inch flat blade screwdriver Small plastic scribe Flash BIOS update program floppy disk or CD Computer Orientation Screw Identification When you are removing and replacing components photocopy Screw Identification as a tool to lay out and keep track of the screws The placemat provides the number of screws and their sizes hm OS OUR OR M2x3mm M2x3mm M
19. ove the screws securing the modem to the system board and set it aside b Pull straight up on the attached pull tab to lift the modem out of its connector on the system board and disconnect the modem cable modem cable modem pull tab system board connector NOTICE The cable connectors are keyed for correct insertion do not force the connections 4 Connect the modem cable to the modem NOTICE To prevent damage to the modem press the modem into the connector directly over the connector 5 Align the modem with the screw hole and press the modem into the connector directly over the connector on the system board Modules Your computer ships with an optical drive installed in the module bay However the device screw is not installed in the optical drive but packaged separately When you install your device in the module bay you can install the device screw K NOTE You do not need to install the device screw unless you want to secure the module inside the computer for security purposes If the Device Screw Is Not Installed NOTI CE To prevent damage to devices place them in a safe dry place when they are not installed in the computer Avoid pressing down on them or placing heavy objects on top of them 1 Press the device latch release so that the latch release pops out device latch release 2 Pull the device by the latch release to remove the device from the module bay If the Device Screw I
20. s Installed 1 If the computer is connected to a docking device docked undock it See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions NOTICE To prevent damage to devices place them in a safe dry place when they are not installed in the computer Avoid pressing down on them or placing heavy objects on top of them 2 Close the display and turn the computer over 3 Use a 1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the M2 x 3 mm screw from the bottom of the computer 1 device latch release 4 Press the device latch release so that the latch release pops out 5 Pull the device by the latch release to remove the device from the module bay NOTICE Insert devices into the module bay before you dock and turn on the computer Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Video Card Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual A CAUTION Before performing the following procedures read the safety instructions in your Owner s Manual NOTICE To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as the back panel on the computer 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Remove the keyboard 3 Remove the display 4 Remove the four M2 5 x 6 mm screws from the video card M2 5 x 6 mm screws 4 5 Lift the video card out of the computer Back to Contents Page
21. tate the keyboard up and slide it forward c Hold the keyboard up and slightly forward to allow access to the keyboard connector d Pull up on the keyboard connector tab to disconnect the keyboard connector from the system board M2 5 x 6 mm screws 2 keyboard Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Base Latch Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual A CAUTION Before performing the following procedures read the safety instructions in your Owner s Manual NOTICE To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as the back panel on the computer 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Remove the hard drive 3 Remove the keyboard 4 Remove the display assembly 5 Remove the palm rest 6 Remove the system board 7 Remove the speakers 8 Pull the base latch out and away from the computer base base latch Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Palm Rest Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual A CAUTION Before performing the following procedures read the safety instructions in your Owner s Manual NOTICE To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as the back panel on the computer 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Insi
22. ten times 5 Replace the cover and screw NOTICE If the memory module cover is difficult to close remove the module and reinstall it Forcing the cover to close may damage your computer 6 Insert the battery into the battery bay or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet 7 Turn on the computer As the computer boots it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information Mini PCI Card If you ordered a Mini PCI card at the same time that you ordered your computer Dell has already installed the card for you A CAUTION Before working inside your computer read the safety instructions in your Owner s Manual CAUTION To prevent static damage to components inside your computer discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer s electronic components You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface NOTICE Handle components and cards by their edges and avoid touching pins and contacts 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Turn the computer over and loosen the captive screw on the Mini PCI card modem cover captive screw 2 Mini PCI card modem cover 3 If a Mini PCI card is not already installed go to step 4 If you are replacing a Mini PCI card remove the existing card a Disconnect the Mini PCI card from any attached cables b Release the Mini PCI card by spreading th
23. u 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 2003 Dell Inc All rights reserved Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc is strictly forbidden Trademarks used in this text Dell the DELL logo and Inspiron are trademarks of Dell Inc Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Bluetooth is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and is used by Dell Inc under license 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 than its own Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Memory Module Mini PCI Card Modem and Modules Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual Memory Module Mini PCI Card Modem Modules Memory Module N CAUTION Before working inside your Dell computer read the safety instructions in your Owner s Manual A CAUTION To prevent static damage to components inside your computer discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer s electronic components You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface K NOTE Memory modul
24. y proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own Model PPO2X August 2003 Rev A02 Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual 2 Preparing to Work Inside the Computer Recommended Tools Computer Orientation Screw Identification Preparing to Work Inside the Computer A 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 Read and follow applicable instructions in the safety instructions in the Owner s Manual that came with the computer A CAUTION To prevent static damage to components inside your computer discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer s electronic components You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface A CAUTION Handle components and cards with care Do not touch the components or contacts on a card Hold a card by its edges or by its metal mounting bracket Hold a component such as a microprocessor by its edges not by its pins 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 scratching the computer cover 2 Save any work in progress and exit all open programs 3 Turn off the computer and all attached devices K NOTE Ensure that the computer is
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