Dell Inspiron 15 Intel Service Manual

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Page 1 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 Inspiron are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell under license;...
Page 2: Removing The Base Cover
Removing the Base Cover Replacing the Base Cover WARNING: 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. 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.
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Page 4: Before You Begin
Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage and to help to ensure your own personal safety. WARNING: 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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on your computer).
Page 5 CAUTION: 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) and all attached devices.
Page 6: Flashing The Bios
Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Go to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3. Locate the BIOS update file for your computer: NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located on a label at the bottom of the computer.
Page 7: Removing The Bluetooth Module
Removing the Bluetooth Module Replacing the Bluetooth Module WARNING: 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. 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.
Page 8 4. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard). 5. Replace the optical drive (see Replacing the Optical Drive). 6. Replace memory module(s) (see Replacing the Memory Module(s)). 7. Replace the base cover (see Replacing the Base Cover). ...
Page 9: Removing The Camera Module
Removing the Camera Module Replacing the Camera Module WARNING: 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. 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.
Page 10: Replacing The Camera Module
Replacing the Camera Module 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Place the camera module on the display cover and press the camera module until it is fully seated. 3. Replace the mettalic tape that secures the camera module to the display cover. ...
Page 11: Removing The Media Card Reader Board
Removing the Media Card Reader Board Replacing the Media Card Reader Board WARNING: 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. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ ...
Page 12: Replacing The Media Card Reader Board
Replacing the Media Card Reader Board 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Align the Media Card Reader board with the latch on the computer base and place the Media Card Reader board in position. 3.
Page 13: Removing The Coin-Cell Battery
Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery WARNING: 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. 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.
Page 14: Removing The Processor Module
Removing the Processor Module Replacing the Processor Module WARNING: 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. 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.
Page 15: Replacing The Processor Module
6. Lift the processor module from the ZIF socket. Replacing the Processor Module NOTE: If a new processor is installed, you will receive a new thermal-cooling assembly, which will include an affixed thermal pad, or you will receive a new thermal pad along with documentation to illustrate proper installation. ...
Page 16: Removing The Processor Heat Sink
WARNING: 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. WARNING: If you remove the processor heat sink from the computer when the heat sink is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the processor heat sink.
Page 17 2. Place the processor heat sink on the system board. 3. Align the four captive screws on the processor heat sink with the screw holes on the system board and tighten the screws in sequential order (indicated on the processor heat sink). NOTE: The appearance and number of screws on the processor heat sink may vary based on the your computer model.
Page 18: Display Assembly
Display Bezel Display Panel WARNING: 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. 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.
Page 19: Display Bezel
screws (4) display cable Mini-Card antenna cables display assembly Replacing the Display Assembly 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Place the display assembly in position and replace the four screws (two on each side) that secure the display assembly to the computer base. ...
Page 20: Display Panel
2. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Display Assembly). 3. Using your fingertips, carefully pry up the inside edge of the display bezel. 4. Remove the display bezel. display bezel Replacing the Display Bezel 1.
Page 21: Replacing The Display Panel
camera cable connector display cover display panel screws (8) 6. Lift the display panel off the display cover. 7. Turn the display panel over and place it on a clean surface. 8. Lift the tape that secures the display cable to the display board connector and disconnect the display cable. ...
Page 22 7. Replace the eight screws that secure the display panel to the display cover. 8. Replace the display bezel (see Replacing the Display Bezel). 9. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Display Assembly). CAUTION: 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.
Page 23: Removing The Hard Drive
Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell. NOTE: If you are installing a hard drive from a source other than Dell, you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive (see the Dell Technology Guide).
Page 24: Replacing The Hard Drive
9. Turn the computer over and lift the hard-drive assembly out of the hard-drive bay to disconnect the hard-drive assembly from the connector on the system board. hard-drive assembly 10. Pull the interposer to disconnect it from the hard drive. hard drive interposer Replacing the Hard Drive...
Page 25 13. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed. For more information, see the Dell Technology Guide. Back to Contents Page ...
Page 26: Removing The I/O Board
Removing the I/O Board Replacing the I/O Board WARNING: 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. 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.
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Page 28: Removing The Keyboard
Removing the Keyboard Replacing the Keyboard WARNING: 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. 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.
Page 29: Replacing The Keyboard
palm rest tabs (4) plastic scribe keyboard 8. Ease the keyboard up and slide the six tabs at the bottom of the keyboard out of the slots on the palm rest. 9. Without pulling hard on the keyboard, turn it over. ...
Page 30 6. Replace the base cover (see Replacing the Base Cover). 7. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Battery). CAUTION: 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.
Page 31: Removing The Memory Module(S)
Removing the Memory Module(s) Replacing the Memory Module(s) WARNING: 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. 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.
Page 32 As the computer boots, it detects the memory module(s) and automatically updates the system configuration information. To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer: ® Windows Vista Click Start ® Help and Support® Dell System Information. ® Windows Click Start ® Control Panel® System and Security® System.
Page 33: Removing The Middle Cover
Replacing the Middle Cover WARNING: 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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface.
Page 34: Replacing The Middle Cover
tabs (2) 13. Turn the computer over and lift the middle cover off the computer base. middle cover Replacing the Middle Cover 1. Align the tabs beneath the middle cover with the slots on the computer base and snap the middle cover into place. ...
Page 35: Wireless Mini-Card
NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for Mini-Cards from sources other than Dell. If you ordered a wireless Mini-Card with your computer, the card is already installed. Your computer supports one half Mini-Card slot: One half Mini-Card slot —...
Page 36: Replacing The Mini-Card
1 antenna cable connectors (2) 2 Mini-Card 3 screw 9. Remove the screw that secures the Mini-Card to the connector on the system board. 10. Lift the Mini-Card out of the connector on the system board. Replacing the Mini-Card ...
Page 37 13. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as required. For more information, see the Dell Technology Guide. NOTE: If you are installing a wireless Mini-Card from a source other than Dell, you must install the appropriate drivers and utilities. For more generic driver information, see the Dell Technology Guide.
Page 38: Removing The Optical Drive
Removing the Optical Drive Replacing the Optical Drive WARNING: 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. 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.
Page 39 5. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Battery). CAUTION: 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. Back to Contents Page ...
Page 40: Removing The Palm Rest
Removing the Palm Rest Replacing the Palm Rest WARNING: 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. 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.
Page 41: Replacing The Palm Rest
8. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Keyboard). CAUTION: To avoid damage to the connectors, lift the connector latch and then remove the cables. 9. Disconnect the touch pad cable, status light cable, and power button cable from the connectors on the system board. ...
Page 42 5. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard). 6. Turn the computer over and replace the seven screws that secure the palm rest to the computer base. 7. Replace the four rubber screw caps that cover the screws. ...
Page 43: Removing The Battery
To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on your computer). CAUTION: To avoid damage to the computer, use only the battery designed for this particular Dell computer. Do not use batteries designed for other Dell computers. Removing the Battery ...
Page 44: Removing The Speakers
Removing the Speakers Replacing the Speakers WARNING: 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. 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.
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Page 46: Removing The System Board
Replacing the System Board Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS WARNING: 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. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ ...
Page 47: Replacing The System Board
5 speaker cable connector 6 system board assembly 13. Lift the system board assembly to disconnect connector on the system board from the connector on the I/O board and lift the system board assembly off the computer base. 14.
Page 48 1. Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the main battery is installed properly. 2. Turn on the computer. 3. Press <F2> during POST to enter the system setup program. 4. Navigate to the security tab and enter the service tag in the Set Service Tag field. Back to Contents Page ...
Page 49 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 Inspiron are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell under license;...
Page 50: Removing The Vga Connector Board
Removing the VGA Connector Board Replacing the VGA Connector Board WARNING: 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. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ ...
Page 51: Replacing The Vga Connector Board
system board connector Replacing the VGA Connector Board 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Place the VGA connector board along with the cable on the computer base and press the VGA connector board until it is seated fully. ...

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