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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: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before you begin working inside the computer.
Before You Begin: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery and secondary battery (if present) before you service the computer. 10. Remove the primary battery from the battery bay and the secondary battery from the module bay, if a secondary battery is in use.
Before You Begin: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 back 2 right 3 front 4 left Screw Identification When you are removing and replacing components, photocopy the placemat as a tool to lay out and keep track of the screws. The placemat provides the number of screws and their sizes.
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Before You Begin: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual NOTICE: When reinstalling a screw, you must use a screw of the correct diameter and length. Make sure that the screw is properly aligned with its corresponding hole, and avoid over tightening.
Before You Begin: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Display Assembly to Top Cover: Display-Feed Flex Cable: (5 each) (4 each) Palm Rest to Hybrid Cooling Fan: Bottom Case: (2 each) (1 each) (5 each) (3 each) System Board to Bottom Case:...
Before You Begin: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Display Latch: Memory Module Cover: (2 each) (2 each) (2 captive screws) (1 each) NOTE: The single screw is one of the five keyboard screws. Back to Contents Page file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA...0C610/C510%20C610%20Service%20Manual/begin.htm (6 of 6)6/21/2004 1:25:25 AM...
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 manual assumes that a part can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse order.
System Components: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 display assembly 10 bottom case 2 center control cover 11 memory module cover 3 microprocessor thermal cooling assembly 12 module bay device 4 hybrid cooling fan 13 main battery 5 microprocessor 14 hard drive...
Hard Drive: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive Removing the Hard Drive 1. Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer.
Hard Drive: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 bottom of computer 2 M3 x 5-mm screw 3 hard drive door 4. Lift up the hard drive door until you hear a click. 5. Slide the hard drive out of the computer.
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Hard Drive: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA...%20C610/C510%20C610%20Service%20Manual/hdd.htm (3 of 3)6/21/2004 1:25:26 AM...
Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Memory Modules Mini PCI Card Modem Memory Modules Removing the Memory Module Cover...
Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 M2.5 x 12-mm screw (1) 2 captive screws (2) Removing the Memory Modules NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.
Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual The module should pop up. Memory Module Removal 1 JDIM 1 2 JDIM 2 3 memory module sockets (2) 4 inner tabs (2 per socket) 3. Lift the memory module out of its socket.
Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual NOTE: Memory modules are keyed, or designed to fit into their sockets, in only one direction. NOTICE: The memory module must be inserted at a 45-degree angle to avoid damaging the connector.
Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 antenna connectors on card (2) 2 antenna cables (2) Replacing the Mini PCI Card 1. Align the Mini PCI card with the socket at a 45-degree angle, and press the Mini PCI card into the socket.
Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Modem Removing the Modem NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 M2 x 3-mm screws (2) 2 modem connector 3 modem cable 4 pull tab Replacing the Modem 1. Connect the modem cable to the modem. NOTICE: The connectors are keyed for correct insertion; do not force the connections.
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Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA...10/C510%20C610%20Service%20Manual/upgrades.htm (8 of 8)6/21/2004 1:25:29 AM...
Keyboard: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Keyboard Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Removing the Keyboard Replacing the Keyboard Removing the Keyboard NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.
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Keyboard: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 M2.5 x 12-mm screws (5) 3. Turn the computer over and open the display. NOTICE: The key caps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-consuming to replace. Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard.
Keyboard: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 5. To release the keyboard from the palm rest, use a small, flat-blade screwdriver or plastic scribe to pull up on the scalloped edge of the blank key on the keyboard. Keyboard Removal file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA...10/C510%20C610%20Service%20Manual/keyboard.htm (3 of 6)6/21/2004 1:25:31 AM...
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Keyboard: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 keyboard 2 track stick 3 scalloped edge of blank key 4 palm rest 6. Lift the keyboard straight up until it clears the keyboard boss support in the bottom case. 7. Rotate the keyboard forward toward the front of the computer.
Keyboard: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 boss support (5) 2 track stick cable 3 keyboard flex cable 4 keyboard connector 5 orientation label 10. Remove the keyboard from the bottom case. Replacing the Keyboard 1. Place the keyboard on the palm rest at the front of the computer with the keys face down and the connector toward the back of the computer.
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Keyboard: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual connector to the system-board interface connector. 3. Carefully turn the keyboard over. Align the keyboard boss support, fit the left side of the keyboard into place, and then snap the right side of the keyboard into place.
Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Display Assembly Display Latch Hinge Covers Display Assembly NOTICE: You must remove the display assembly before you remove the palm rest.
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Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 M2 x 3-mm screws (4) 2 top cover 3 center control cover 4 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (5) 5 bottom case 6 EMI shield bracket 1. Remove the hard drive.
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Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 6. Open the display assembly approximately 180 degrees and support the display assembly so that it does not open past this position. 7. Remove the two M2 x 3-mm screws on the EMI shield bracket, which is attached to the display-feed flex cable (see "Display...
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Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 rubber screw covers (6) 5 M2 x 4-mm screws (5) 2 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (6) 6 display-feed flex cable 3 display bezel 7 flex-cable retention bracket...
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Carefully separate the bezel from the top cover to avoid damage to the bezel. 5. 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 up the inside of the bezel while pushing in on the outside.
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Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 8. Disconnect the bottom flex cable connector from the inverter connector by pulling straight up on the attached pull tab (see "Display-Feed Flex Cable Connections"). Display-Feed Flex Cable Connections...
Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 2. Reconnect the bottom flex cable connector to the inverter connector. 3. Replace the tape that secures the display panel connector and the tape that secures the middle of the display-feed flex cable to the display panel.
Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 M1.7 x 3.5-mm screws (2) 2 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (2) 3 display latch 4 bracket Replacing the Display Latch 1. On 14.1-inch XGA panels, place the display latch on top of its screw holes, and then place the bracket on top of the display latch, aligning the bracket and display latch screw holes.
Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 2. Rotate the hinges forward at an angle of approximately 90 degrees to the front of the display assembly. 3. To remove the hinge covers, slide them off the hinges.
Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 right hinge cover 2 left hinge cover Back to Contents Page file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA...610/C510%20C610%20Service%20Manual/display.htm (10 of 11)6/21/2004 1:25:35 AM...
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Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA...610/C510%20C610%20Service%20Manual/display.htm (11 of 11)6/21/2004 1:25:35 AM...
Palm Rest: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Palm Rest Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Removing the Palm Rest Removing the Palm Rest NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.
Palm Rest: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 M2.5 x 12-mm screws (3) 2 M2 x 3-mm screws (2) 3 hard-drive bay door 5. Remove the two M2 x 3-mm screws that are located in the hard-drive bay door labeled "circle P."...
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Palm Rest: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 M2 x 3-mm screws (3) 2 palm rest 3 palm-rest flex cable 4 bottom case 5 touch pad connector 6 back center of the palm rest NOTICE: Carefully separate the palm rest from the bottom case to avoid damage to the palm rest.
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Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Removing the Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly Replacing the Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly Removing the Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly...
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Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 microprocessor thermal cooling assembly 2 captive screws (4) 3 right side 4. Lift the microprocessor thermal cooling assembly up and out of the system board. Replacing the Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly 1.
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Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA...610/C510%20C610%20Service%20Manual/thermal.htm (3 of 3)6/21/2004 1:25:38 AM...
Microprocessor Module: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Microprocessor Module Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Removing the Microprocessor Module Replacing the Microprocessor Module Removing the Microprocessor Module NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.
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Microprocessor Module: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 screwdriver (perpendicular to microprocessor) 2 pin-1 corner 3 processor die (do not touch) 4 ZIF socket 5 ZIF-socket cam screw 1. Remove the hard drive. 2. Remove the keyboard. NOTICE: To ensure maximum cooling for the microprocessor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the microprocessor thermal cooling assembly.
Microprocessor Module: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual The ZIF-socket cam screw secures the microprocessor to the system board. Take note of the arrow on the ZIF-socket cam screw (see "Microprocessor Module Removal"). 5. Use a microprocessor extraction tool to remove the microprocessor module.
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Microprocessor Module: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA...%20C610/C510%20C610%20Service%20Manual/cpu.htm (4 of 4)6/21/2004 1:25:39 AM...
Hybrid Cooling Fan: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Hybrid Cooling Fan Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Removing the Hybrid Cooling Fan Removing the Hybrid Cooling Fan NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.
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Hybrid Cooling Fan: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 system-board interface connector 5 M2 x 3-mm screw (1) 2 fan power cable 6 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (2) 3 spring fingers 7 hybrid cooling fan 4 keyboard screw hole 7. Disconnect the fan power cable from the system-board interface connector and remove the hybrid cooling fan.
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Hybrid Cooling Fan: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA...%20C610/C510%20C610%20Service%20Manual/fan.htm (3 of 3)6/21/2004 1:25:39 AM...
Reserve Battery: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Reserve Battery Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Removing the Reserve Battery Replacing the Reserve Battery Removing the Reserve Battery NOTICE: The reserve battery provides power to the computer's RTC and NVRAM when the computer is turned off.
Reserve Battery: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 reserve battery 2 speaker connector 3 system board connector 4 reserve battery cable Replacing the Reserve Battery 1. Connect the reserve battery cable to the system board connector. 2. Position the reserve battery above the speaker connector on the system board.
Flashing the BIOS: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Flashing the BIOS Flashing the BIOS To update the basic input/output system (BIOS): 1. Make sure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the main battery is installed properly.
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Flashing the BIOS: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA...20C610/C510%20C610%20Service%20Manual/bios.htm (2 of 2)6/21/2004 1:25:41 AM...
Speaker Assemblies: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Speaker Assemblies Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Removing the Speaker Assemblies Replacing the Speaker Assemblies Removing the Speaker Assemblies NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.
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Speaker Assemblies: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Speaker Orientation file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LAP...610/C510%20C610%20Service%20Manual/speakers.htm (2 of 6)6/21/2004 1:25:42 AM...
Speaker Assemblies: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 right speaker 2 palm-rest screw post 3 bottom case holders (2) 4 left speaker Speaker Assemblies file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LAP...610/C510%20C610%20Service%20Manual/speakers.htm (3 of 6)6/21/2004 1:25:42 AM...
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Speaker Assemblies: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 antenna cable 6 antenna cable file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LAP...610/C510%20C610%20Service%20Manual/speakers.htm (4 of 6)6/21/2004 1:25:42 AM...
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Speaker Assemblies: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 2 in-line connector 7 right speaker holder 3 left speaker 8 mounting ring 4 mounting ring 9 right speaker 5 left speaker holder 1. Remove the hard drive. 2. Remove the keyboard. 3. Remove the display assembly.
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System Board: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing the System Board Removing the System Board The system board's BIOS chip contains the service tag sequence, which is also visible on a barcode label on the bottom of the computer.
System Board: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual System Board Screw Removal 1 fan guard 2 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (9) 10. Turn the computer over and remove the M2.5 x 5-mm screw, which is labeled "circle B" with an arrow on the front center of the system board by the battery connector (see "System Board...
System Board: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 M2.5 x. 5-mm screw (1) 11. Remove the speakers from the bottom case. 12. Pull the right side of the bottom case, next to the external headphone and microphone connectors, away from the system board as you simultaneously lift the front of the system board out and away from the bottom case.
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System Board: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual b. Replace the six M2.5 x 5-mm screws, starting on the right side of the bottom case (see "System Board Screw Removal"). c. Replace the fan guard, inserting the tab into the bottom case, and replace the three M2.5 x 5-mm screws (see...
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Battery and Module Bay Latches: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Battery and Module Bay Latches Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Removing the Battery and Module Bay Latches Replacing the Battery and Module Bay Latches Removing the Battery and Module Bay Latches...
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Battery and Module Bay Latches: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual NOTE: The latch will not function properly if the slider is oriented incorrectly. Battery and Module Bay Latches 1 bumps (2 per latch) 5 latch buttons (2) 2 slider 6 snap tabs (2 per latch button)
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Battery and Module Bay Latches: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1. Snap in the new latch button from behind the bottom case, making certain that the snap tabs are fully engaged in the latch. To prevent the latch assembly from coming loose, apply pressure to the latch and spring while replacing the latch button.
Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual USB Connector Pin Signal -Data +Data Ground Serial Connector file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA...610/C510%20C610%20Service%20Manual/pinouts.htm (1 of 9)6/21/2004 1:25:46 AM...
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Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Pin Signal Pin Signal RXDA TXDA Parallel Connector Pin Signal Signal STRB#/5V BUSY/MTR# file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA...610/C510%20C610%20Service%20Manual/pinouts.htm (2 of 9)6/21/2004 1:25:46 AM...
Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual PD0/INDEX# PE/WDATA# PD1/TRK0# SLCT/WGATE# PD2/WP# AFDF# PD3/RDATA# ERROR#HDSEL# PD4/DSKCHG# 16 INIT#/DIR# PD5F SLCT_IN#STEP# PD6F 18-23 GND PD7F DFDD/LPT# ACK#/DRV# Video Connector Pin Signal Pin Signal CRT_VCC GREEN 10 BLUE MSEN#...
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Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual PS/2 Connector Pin Signal DAT_KBD DAT_SM1 PS2VCC CLK_KBD CLK_SM1 S-Video TV-Out Connector file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA...610/C510%20C610%20Service%20Manual/pinouts.htm (4 of 9)6/21/2004 1:25:46 AM...
Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual S-Video Pin Signal DLUMA-L DCRMA-L Composite Video Pin Signal DCMPS-L Docking Connector Pin Signal Pin Signal STRB#/5V 101 VGA_GRN 102 GND file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA...610/C510%20C610%20Service%20Manual/pinouts.htm (5 of 9)6/21/2004 1:25:46 AM...