Contents Chapter 1: Before working inside your computer................7 Before you begin .................................7 Chapter 2: After working inside your computer................8 Chapter 3: Safety instructions...................... 9 Electrostatic discharge—ESD protection........................9 ESD field service kit ................................. 10 Transporting sensitive components..........................11 Chapter 4: Recommended tools....................12 Chapter 5: Screw list........................
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Prerequisites..................................27 Procedure.................................... 27 Chapter 13: Replacing the speakers..................... 28 Procedure....................................28 Post-requisites................................... 28 Chapter 14: Removing the coin-cell battery................. 29 Prerequisites..................................29 Procedure....................................29 Chapter 15: Replacing the coin-cell battery................. 30 Procedure....................................30 Post-requisites...................................30 Chapter 16: Removing the heat sink..................... 31 Prerequisites..................................31 Procedure.....................................31 Chapter 17: Replacing the heat sink.....................32 Procedure....................................32 Post-requisites...................................
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Prerequisites..................................46 Procedure....................................46 Chapter 25: Replacing the fans....................48 Procedure....................................48 Post-requisites...................................49 Chapter 26: Removing the system board..................50 Prerequisites..................................50 Procedure....................................50 Chapter 27: Replacing the system board..................52 Procedure....................................52 Post-requisites...................................53 Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS setup program....................53 Chapter 28: Removing the power button with optional fingerprint reader........54 Prerequisites..................................54 Procedure....................................54 Chapter 29: Replacing the power button with optional fingerprint reader........
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System-diagnostic lights..............................68 Recovering the operating system..........................69 Updating the BIOS using the USB drive in Windows....................69 Updating the BIOS in Windows............................70 Flea power release................................70 WiFi power cycle................................70 Chapter 37: Getting help and contacting Dell................71 Contents...
Before working inside your computer NOTE: The images in this document may differ from your computer depending on the configuration you ordered. Before you begin 1. Save and close all open files and exit all open applications. 2. Shut down your computer. Click Start > Power >...
After working inside your computer CAUTION: Leaving stray or loose screws inside your computer may severely damage your computer. 1. Replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside your computer. 2. Connect any external devices, peripherals, or cables you removed before working on your computer. 3.
ESD protection is an increasing concern. Due to the increased density of semiconductors used in recent Dell products, the sensitivity to static damage is now higher than in previous Dell products. For this reason, some previously approved methods of handling parts are no longer applicable.
Always place parts in your hand, on the ESD mat, in the system, or inside an anti-static bag. ● Transporting Sensitive Components – When transporting ESD sensitive components such as replacement parts or parts to be returned to Dell, it is critical to place these parts in anti-static bags for safe transport. Safety instructions...
It is recommended that all field service technicians use the traditional wired ESD grounding wrist strap and protective anti-static mat at all times when servicing Dell products. In addition, it is critical that technicians keep sensitive parts separate from all insulator parts while performing service and that they use anti-static bags for transporting sensitive components.
Recommended tools The procedures in this document may require the following tools: ● Phillips screwdriver #0 ● Phillips screwdriver #1 ● Torx #5 (T5) screwdriver ● Plastic scribe Recommended tools...
Screw list NOTE: When removing screws from a component, it is recommended to note the screw type, the quantity of screws, and then place them in a screw storage box. This is to ensure that the correct number of screws and correct screw type is restored when the component is replaced.
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Table 1. Screw list (continued) Component Secured to Screw type Quantity Screw image Battery Palm-rest assembly M1.6x4 Base cover Palm-rest assembly M2x3, Torx Screw list...
After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. Procedure CAUTION: To avoid causing damage to the computer, do not pry the base cover from the rear near the hinges.
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4. Moving the base cover from left to right, release the clips securing the base cover to the palm-rest assembly. 5. Lift the base cover from the palm-rest assembly. Removing the base cover...
After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1. Align the screw holes on the base cover with the screw holes on the palm-rest assembly and slide in the base cover into place.
● If the battery gets stuck inside your computer as a result of swelling, do not try to release it as puncturing, bending, or crushing a lithium-ion battery can be dangerous. In such an instance, contact Dell technical support for assistance. See www.dell.com/contactdell.
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2. Remove the four screws (M2x2) that secure the battery to the palm-rest assembly. 3. Remove the screw (M1.6x4) that secures the battery to the palm-rest assembly. 4. Lift the battery off the palm-rest assembly. 5. Turn the computer over, open the display, and press the power button for about 5 seconds to ground the computer. Removing the battery...
● If the battery gets stuck inside your computer as a result of swelling, do not try to release it as puncturing, bending, or crushing a lithium-ion battery can be dangerous. In such an instance, contact Dell technical support for assistance. See www.dell.com/contactdell.
After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Solid-state drives are fragile. Exercise care when handling the solid-state drive.
Procedure to remove M.2 2230 solid-state drive 1. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the solid-state drive shield and the solid-state drive to the system board. 2. Slide and remove the solid-state drive shield from the solid state drive slot. 3.
After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Solid-state drives are fragile. Exercise care when handling the solid-state drive.
2. Slide the solid-state drive shield into the solid-state drive shield slot. Then align the screw hole on the solid-state drive shield and solid-state drive to the screw hold on the system board. NOTE: The 2230 solid-state drive has a unique thermal plate and cannot be interchanged with the 2280 solid-state drive thermal plate.
Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1. Remove the base cover.
After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1. Using the alignment posts on the palm-rest assembly, place the left speaker on the palm-rest assembly.
After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Removing the coin-cell battery resets the BIOS setup program’s settings to default. It is recommended that you note the BIOS setup program’s settings before removing the coin-cell battery.
After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1. Adhere the coin-cell battery to the system board. 2. Connect the coin-cell battery cable to the system board.
After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. NOTE: The heat sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sufficient time for the heat sink to cool before you touch it.
After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Incorrect alignment of the heat sink can damage the system board and processor.
After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. NOTE: The heat sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sufficient time for the heat sink to cool before you touch it.
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7. Remove the two screws (M1.6x3) that secure the heat-sink assembly to the system board. 8. Lift the heat-sink assembly along with the left-fan and the right-fan cable off the system board. Removing the heat-sink assembly...
After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Incorrect alignment of the heat sink can damage the system board and processor.
Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1. Remove the base cover.
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9. Manually open the hinges to a 90-degree angle. 10. Gently slide and lift the display assembly from the palm-rest assembly. Removing the display assembly...
After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1. Ensure that the hinges are open to a 90-degree angle. Slide the palm-rest assembly under the hinges of the display assembly.
4. Replace the four screws (M2.5x4) securing the display hinges to the palm-rest assembly and connect the camera cable to the system board, adhering the tape securing the camera cable to the fans. 5. Align the screw hole on the wireless antenna and camera cable bracket to screw hole on the system board. 6.
Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1. Remove the base cover.
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3. Disconnect the headset-port cable from the system board. 4. Remove the screw (M1.6x3) that secures the headset port to the palm-rest assembly. 5. Lift the headset port from the system board. Removing the headset port...
After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1. Place the headset port in its slot on the palm-rest assembly.
Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1. Remove the base cover.
After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. Procedure NOTE: The following procedure applies only to computers shipped with Intel Core i3 processor.
After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. NOTE: Your computer’s Service Tag is stored in the system board. You must enter the Service Tag in the BIOS setup program after you replace the system board.
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10. Remove the 10 screws (M1.6x2.5) securing the system board to the palm-rest assembly. 11. Lift the system board from the palm-rest assembly. Removing the system board...
After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. NOTE: Your computer’s Service Tag is stored in the system board. You must enter the Service Tag in the BIOS setup program after you replace the system board.
Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS setup program 1. Turn on or restart your computer. 2. Press F2 when the Dell logo is displayed to enter the BIOS setup program. 3. Navigate to the Main tab and enter the Service Tag in the Service Tag Input field.
Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1. Remove the base cover.
After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. Procedure NOTE: If the power button does not include the fingerprint reader, perform only steps 2 and 3. Complete all steps if the power button includes the fingerprint reader.
Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1. Remove the base cover.
After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1. Adhere the thermal pad and foil sticker that is shipped with the keyboard onto the replacement keyboard.
Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1. Remove the base cover.
After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. Procedure Place the palm-rest assembly face down on a clean and flat surface.
Device drivers Intel Chipset Software Installation Utility In the Device Manager, check if the chipset driver is installed. Install the Intel chipset updates from www.dell.com/support. Video drivers In the Device Manager, check if the video driver is installed. Install the video driver update from www.dell.com/support.
Entering BIOS setup program 1. Turn on (or restart) your computer. 2. During POST, when the DELL logo is displayed, watch for the F2 prompt to appear, and then press F2 immediately. NOTE: The F2 prompt indicates that the keyboard is initialized. This prompt can appear very quickly, so you must watch for it, and then press F2.
● Access System Setup by pressing F2 key ● Bring up the one-time boot menu by pressing F12 key The one-time boot menu displays the devices that you can boot from including the diagnostic option. The boot menu options are: ●...
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Table 4. System setup options—System information menu (continued) General-System Information 64-Bit Technology Displays whether 64-bit technology is used. Device Information M.2 SATA Displays the M.2 SATA SSD device information of the computer. M.2 PCIe SSD-0 Displays the M.2 PCIe SSD information of the computer. Video Controller Displays the video controller type of the computer.
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Table 6. System setup options—Video menu Video LCD Brightness Set the panel brightness independently for Battery and AC power. Table 7. System setup options—Security menu Security Admin Password Set, change, or delete the administrator password. System Password Set, change, or delete the system password. Strong Password Enable or disable strong passwords.
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Table 9. System setup options—Intel Software Guard Extensions menu (continued) Intel Software Guard Extensions C-States Control Enable or disable additional processor sleep states. Default: Enabled. Intel TurboBoost Enable or disable Intel TurboBoost mode of the processor. Default: Enabled. HyperThread control Enable or disable HyperThreading in the processor.
Clearing BIOS (System Setup) and System passwords To clear the system or BIOS passwords, contact Dell technical support as described at www.dell.com/contactdell. NOTE: For information on how to reset Windows or application passwords, refer to the documentation accompanying Windows or your application.
● Using a non-Dell or incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Replace the battery only with a compatible battery purchased from Dell that is designed to work with your Dell computer. Do not use a battery from other computers with your computer.
You should only perform troubleshooting and repairs as authorized or directed by the Dell technical assistance team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Table 15. Diagnostic-light LED codes...
It enables you to diagnose hardware issues, repair your computer, back up your files, or restore your computer to its factory state. You can also download it from the Dell Support website to troubleshoot and fix your computer when it fails to boot into their primary operating system due to software or hardware failures.
8. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the BIOS update. Updating the BIOS in Windows 1. Go to www.dell.com/support. 2. Click Product support. In the Search support box, enter the Service Tag of your computer, and then click Search. NOTE: If you do not have the Service Tag, use the SupportAssist feature to automatically identify your computer.
Getting help and contacting Dell Self-help resources You can get information and help on Dell products and services using these self-help resources: Table 16. Self-help resources Self-help resources Resource location Information about Dell products and services www.dell.com My Dell app...