Page 3 - Contents
Contents 1 Working on Your Computer....................................................................................................... 5 Before Working Inside Your Computer ..................................................................................................................... 5 Tur...
Page 5 - Working on Your Computer; Before Working Inside Your Computer
1 Working on Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage and to help to ensure your personal safety. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure included in this document assumes that the following conditions ex...
Page 7 - Removing and Installing Components; Recommended Tools; System Overview; Inside view
2 Removing and Installing Components This section provides detailed information on how to remove or install the components from your computer. Recommended Tools The procedures in this document may require the following tools: • Small flat-blade screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver • Small plastic scri...
Page 8 - Removing the Cover
6. drive cage7. optical drive8. power switch9. input/output (I/O) Panel 1. memory module2. speaker3. front bezel4. system fan Removing the Cover 1. Follow the procedures in Before Working Inside Your Computer. 2. Pull-up the cover-release latch and lift the cover. Lift the cover upward to a 45–degre...
Page 15 - Installing the Drive Cage
4. Slide the blue drive-cage handle toward unlock position and lift the hard drive cage from the computer. Installing the Drive Cage 1. Place the drive cage on the edge of the computer to allow access to the cable connectors on the hard drive. 2. Connect the data and power cables to the back of the ...
Page 16 - Removing the Hard Drive; Installing the Hard Drive
Removing the Hard Drive 1. Follow the procedures in Before Working Inside Your Computer. 2. Remove the:a) coverb) optical drivec) drive cage 3. Press the retention clips inwards and slide the hard-drive bracket out from the drive cage. 4. Flex the hard-drive bracket and remove the hard drive from th...
Page 19 - Installing the System Fan
4. Pry and remove the system fan away from the grommets securing it to the front of the computer. Then, press the grommets inward along the slots and pass through the chassis. Installing the System Fan 1. Place the system-fan in the chassis. 2. Pass the grommets through the chassis and slide outward...
Page 22 - Removing the Power Supply
Installing the Input/Output (I/O) Panel 1. Insert the I/O panel into the slot on the chassis front. 2. Slide the I/O panel to secure it to the chassis. 3. Tighten the screw to secure the I/O panel to the chassis. 4. Connect the I/O panel or FlyWire cable and audio cable to the system board. 5. Threa...
Page 28 - System Board Components; Removing the System Board
System Board Components The following image displays the system board layout. 1. power connector2. processor socket3. system fan connector4. memory module connectors5. coin-cell battery6. power switch connector7. system power connector8. system fan connector9. front-USB 3.0 connector 10. front panel...
Page 29 - Installing the System Board
4. Remove the screws that secure the system board to the chassis. 5. Turn the hex screw counter clockwise and remove from the system board. 6. Remove the system board from the chassis. Installing the System Board 1. Align the system board to the port connectors on the rear of the chassis and place t...
Page 31 - System Setup; Boot Sequence
3 System Setup System Setup enables you to manage your computer hardware and specify BIOS ‐ level options. From the System Setup, you can: • Change the NVRAM settings after you add or remove hardware • View the system hardware configuration • Enable or disable integrated devices • Set performance an...
Page 32 - System Setup Options
Keys Navigation <Enter> Allows you to select a value in the selected field (if applicable) or follow the link in the field. Spacebar Expands or collapses a drop ‐ down list, if applicable. <Tab> Moves to the next focus area. NOTE: For the standard graphics browser only. <Esc> Moves...
Page 41 - System and Setup Password
Updating the BIOS It is recommended to update your BIOS (system setup), on replacing the system board or if an update is available. For laptops, ensure that your computer battery is fully charged and connected to a power outlet 1. Restart the computer. 2. Go to dell.com/support. 3. If you have your ...
Page 42 - Assigning a System Password and Setup Password; Deleting or Changing an Existing System and/or Setup Password
CAUTION: The password features provide a basic level of security for the data on your computer. CAUTION: Anyone can access the data stored on your computer if is not locked and left unattended. NOTE: Your computer is shipped with the system and setup password feature disabled. Assigning a System Pas...
Page 43 - Disabling a System Password
NOTE: If you change the System and/or Setup password, re-enter the new password when promoted. If you delete the System and/or Setup password, confirm the deletion when promoted. 5. Press <Esc> and a message prompts you to save the changes. 6. Press <Y> to save the changes and exit from ...
Page 45 - Diagnostics
4 Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer, run the ePSA diagnostics before contacting Dell for technical assistance. The purpose of running diagnostics is to test your computer's hardware without requiring additional equipment or risking data loss. If you are unable to fix the pro...
Page 47 - Troubleshooting Your Computer; Power LED Diagnostics
5 Troubleshooting Your Computer You can troubleshoot your computer using indicators like Diagnostic Lights, Beep Codes, and Error Messages during the operation of the computer. Power LED Diagnostics The power button LED located on the front of the chassis also functions as a bicolored diagnostic LED...
Page 53 - Specifications
6 Specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start (Start icon) → Help and Support, and then select the option to view information about your computer. Table 15. Processor Feature Specification Processor type Intel Core...
Page 61 - Contacting Dell
7 Contacting Dell NOTE: Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog. Availability varies by country and product, ...