Dell Vostro 1200 Service Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Dell Manuals
  4. Laptop
  5. Vostro 1200
  6. Service manual
Dell Vostro 1200 Service Manual

Dell Vostro 1200 Service Manual

Hide thumbs Also See for Vostro 1200:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
Dell™ Vostro™ 1200 Service Manual 
Before You Begin
Battery
Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
Hard Drive
Optical Drive
Memory
Modem
Hinge Cover
Keyboard
Mini Cards
Model PP16S
 Notes, Notices, and Cautions
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 you how to avoid the problem.
CAUTION:
A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© 2007 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 Vostro are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either trademarks or registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Bluetooth is a trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
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.
December 2007     Rev. A00
Display Assembly
Palm Rest
Fan
Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly
Processor Module
Speakers
System Board
Flashing the BIOS
Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors
 

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for Dell Vostro 1200

Summary of Contents for Dell Vostro 1200

  • Page 1 Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Bluetooth is a trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. 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.

  • Page 2: Removing The Battery

    Back to Contents Page   Battery Dell™ Vostro™ 1200 Service Manual    Removing the Battery   Replacing the Battery   Coin Cell Battery  Removing the Battery   CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Replace the battery only with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. The battery is designed to work with your Dell™ computer. Do not use a battery from other computers with your computer. ...

  • Page 3: Before You Begin

    Hold a component such as a processor by its edges, not by its pins. 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.
  • Page 4 3. Close the display and turn the computer upside-down on a flat work surface.   4. Remove the battery (see Removing the Battery).   5. Turn the computer top-side up, open the display, and press the power button to ground the system board. Back to Contents Page  ...

  • Page 5: Flashing The Bios

    Back to Contents Page   Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Vostro™ 1200 Service Manual    1. Open your web browser and go to the Dell Support website at http://support.dell.com.   2. Under the Choose a Support Option area, select Drivers and Downloads.   3. In the Select Your Entry Method area, select Enter a Service Tag.

  • Page 6: Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology

    Back to Contents Page   Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ Vostro™ 1200 Service Manual    Removing the Card   Replacing the Card  Removing the Card   CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching a connector on the back panel of the computer.
  • Page 7 1 card 2 connector 3 compartment 4 cover 5 screw       3. Screw the card cover back onto the compartment.   4. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Battery). Back to Contents Page  ...

  • Page 8: Removing The Processor Module

    Back to Contents Page   Processor Module Dell™ Vostro™ 1200 Service Manual    Removing the Processor Module   Replacing the Processor Module  Removing the Processor Module   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 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.
  • Page 9 NOTICE: Ensure that the cam lock is in the fully open position before seating the processor module. Seating the processor module properly in the ZIF socket does not require force. NOTICE: A processor module that is not properly seated can result in an intermittent connection or permanent damage to the processor and ZIF socket.

  • Page 10: Removing The Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly

    Back to Contents Page   Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Dell™ Vostro™ 1200 Service Manual    Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly   Replacing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 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.

  • Page 11: Replacing The Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly

    processor thermal-cooling assembly screws (4)  Replacing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly NOTE: If you are replacing the thermal-cooling assembly without removing and replacing a new processor, you can place the new thermal pad directly on any existing thermal pad already installed on the thermal-cooling assembly. It is not necessary to remove an existing pad or to clean the surface.  ...

  • Page 12: Removing The Display Assembly

    Back to Contents Page   Display Assembly Dell™ Vostro™ 1200 Service Manual    Removing the Display Assembly   Replacing the Display Assembly   Removing the Display Bezel   Replacing the Display Bezel   Removing the Display Panel   Removing the Inverter Board   Replacing the Display Panel   Removing the Display Panel Bracket   Replacing the Display Panel Bracket...

  • Page 13: Replacing The Display Assembly

    3 left and right microphone cables       8. Remove the two M2.5x5-mm screws and the two M2.5x10-mm screws from the display and remove the display from the computer.  Replacing the Display Assembly NOTICE: Ensure the antenna cables are not twisted and that they are lying flat in the antenna cable clip.   1. Replace the two M2.5x5-mm screws and the two M2.5x10-mm screws that secure the display to the computer base.  ...

  • Page 14: Replacing The Display Bezel

    3 display bezel     NOTICE: Removal of the bezel from the display back cover requires extreme care to avoid damage to the bezel.   4. Starting at the edges of the bottom of the display panel, use your fingers to separate the bezel from the top cover by lifting the inside edge of the bezel away from the top cover.

  • Page 15: Replacing The Display Panel

      2. Remove the display bezel (see Removing the Display Bezel).   3. Remove the display panel (see Removing the Display Panel).   4. Remove the M2.5x5-mm screw.   5. Disconnect the inverter board.   6. Lift the inverter board out of the computer. 1 M2.5x5-mm screw 2 inverter board 3 inverter board connectors (2) Replacing the Inverter Board  ...

  • Page 16: Replacing The Display Panel Bracket

    1 M2x3-mm screws (2 per side) 2 display panel bracket (2)  Replacing the Display Panel Bracket   1. Place display panel on a flat surface.   2. Align each bracket to the holes on the display panel.   3. Replace the M2x3-mm screws (two per side).  ...

  • Page 17: Removing The Fan

    Back to Contents Page   Fan Dell™ Vostro™ 1200 Service Manual    Removing the Fan   Replacing the Fan   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 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.

  • Page 18: Replacing The Fan

    connector on system board fan cable M2.5x5-mm screw  Replacing the Fan   1. Connect the fan cable to the connector on the system board.   2. Replace the M2.5x5-mm screw in the fan.   3. Replace the component cover.   4.

  • Page 19: Removing The Hard Drive

    NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile; even a slight bump can damage the drive. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell.   1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.

  • Page 20: Replacing The Hard Drive

    Replacing the Battery).  Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Return your old hard drive to Dell in its original or comparable foam packaging. Otherwise, the hard drive may be damaged in transit. hard drive foam packaging Back to Contents Page...

  • Page 21: Removing The Hinge Cover

    Back to Contents Page   Hinge Cover Dell™ Vostro™ 1200 Service Manual    Removing the Hinge Cover   Replacing the Hinge Cover   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 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.

  • Page 22: Replacing The Hinge Cover

     Replacing the Hinge Cover   1. Connect the cable to the connector.   2. Starting from left to right, snap the cover back into place.   3. Replace the screws on the bottom of the computer.   4. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Battery).

  • Page 23: Removing The Keyboard

    Back to Contents Page   Keyboard Dell™ Vostro™ 1200 Service Manual    Removing the Keyboard   Replacing the Keyboard   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 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.
  • Page 24 Back to Contents Page  ...

  • Page 25: Replacing The Memory Module

    CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty.  Replacing the Memory Module   1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
  • Page 26 securing clips (2) memory module NOTICE: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the connector labeled "DIMMA" before you install a module in the connector labeled "DIMMB." Insert memory modules at a 45-degree angle to avoid damaging the connector. NOTE: For optimal performance, identical memory modules should be used in each connector.

  • Page 27: Removing A Wlan Card

    Back to Contents Page   Mini Cards Dell™ Vostro™ 1200 Service Manual    Removing a WLAN Card   Replacing a WLAN Card   Removing a Flash Cache Memory Card   Replacing a Flash Cache Memory Card If you ordered a WLAN and/or a flash cache memory (FCM) card with your computer, these cards will already be installed.

  • Page 28: Replacing A Wlan Card

      1. Disconnect the cables from the card.   2. Remove the screws. WLAN card screws (2) antenna cables (2)       3. Slide the card at a 45-degree angle out of its connector. WLAN card  Replacing a WLAN Card NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion.
  • Page 29   6. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Battery).  Removing a Flash Cache Memory Card   1. Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of the computer. NOTE: If you leave the area, ground yourself again when you return to the computer. NOTE: Depending on the type of card, not all cables may be in use.

  • Page 30: Removing The Modem

    Back to Contents Page   Modem Dell™ Vostro™ 1200 Service Manual    Removing the Modem   Replacing the Modem  Removing the Modem   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 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.

  • Page 31: Replacing The Modem

    1 M2x3-mm screws (2) 2 modem 3 modem cable      Replacing the Modem   1. Connect the modem cable to the modem. NOTICE: Ensure that the modem cable is routed correctly when you replace the modem.   2. Align the connector on the bottom of the modem with the modem connector on the system board, and press down on the right side of the modem.  ...

  • Page 32: Removing The Optical Drive

    Back to Contents Page   Optical Drive Dell™ Vostro™ 1200 Service Manual    Removing the Optical Drive   Replacing the Optical Drive   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.  Removing the Optical Drive   1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.

  • Page 33: Removing The Palm Rest

    Back to Contents Page   Palm Rest Dell™ Vostro™ 1200 Service Manual    Removing the Palm Rest   Replacing the Palm Rest   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 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.

  • Page 34: Replacing The Palm Rest

    M2.5x5-mm screw   11. Disconnect the touch pad cable from the system board using the cable release levers. touch pad cable cable release levers   12. Lift the palm rest and remove it from the computer.  Replacing the Palm Rest  ...
  • Page 35 Back to Contents Page  ...

  • Page 36: Pin Assignments For I/O Connectors

    Back to Contents Page   Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors Dell™ Vostro™ 1200 Service Manual    USB Connector   Video Connector  USB Connector     Signal USB5V+ USBP– USBP+  Video Connector         Signal Signal CRT_R 9 CRT_G 10 CRT_B 11 MONITOR_DETECT– DDC_DATA CRT_HS...

  • Page 37: Removing A Speaker

    Back to Contents Page   Speakers Dell™ Vostro™ 1200 Service Manual    Removing a Speaker   Replacing the Speaker   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 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.
  • Page 38 2. Align the speakers with the screw holes and replace the M2.5x5-mm screws to secure the speakers in place.   3. Replace the palm rest (see Replacing the Palm Rest).   4. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Display Assembly).

  • Page 39: Removing The System Board

    Back to Contents Page   System Board Dell™ Vostro™ 1200 Service Manual    Removing the System Board   Replacing the System Board   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 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.

  • Page 40: Replacing The System Board

    1 M2.5x5-mm screw  Replacing the System Board   1. Carefully place the system board into the computer base.   2. Replace the one M2.5x5-mm screws in the system board.   3. Replace the processor (see Replacing the Processor Module).   4.
  • Page 41 Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Bluetooth is a trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. 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.

Table of Contents