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Dell™ XPS™ 600 Service Manual
Before You Begin
Opening the Computer Cover
Technical Specifications
Advanced Troubleshooting
System Setup Program
About Your XPS Computer
Removing and Installing Parts
Closing the Computer Cover
Technical Overview
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.
If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are
not applicable.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© 2005 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 Dell XPS are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel
Corporation; NVIDIA is a trademark of NVIDIA Corporation; Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
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.
Model WHL
July 2005
Rev. A00

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  • Page 1 Corporation; NVIDIA is a trademark of NVIDIA Corporation; Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. 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.

  • Page 2: Before You Begin

    Computer" and "Before Working Inside Your Computer." You have read the safety information in your Dell™ Product Information Guide. A component can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse order. Recommended Tools The procedures in this document may require the following tools:...
  • Page 3 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: When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strain-relief loop, not on the cable itself. Some cables have a connector with locking tabs;...

  • Page 4: Opening The Computer Cover

    Back to Contents Page Opening the Computer Cover Dell™ XPS™ 600 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components.

  • Page 5: Technical Specifications

    Back to Contents Page Technical Specifications Dell™ XPS™ 600 Service Manual Processor Processor type ® Intel® Pentium 4 Extreme Edition with HT Technology or dual-core processing NOTE: Not all Pentium 4 processors support Hyper-Threading technology or dual-core processing. Cache 1 MB or 2 MB...
  • Page 6 Expansion Bus Bus type PCI 32-bit PCI Express x1 and x16 Bus speed PCI: 33 MHz PCI Express: 2.5 Gb/s raw bandwidth (bidirectional) per lane Bus throughput PCI Express: x1 slot bidirectional speed — 500 MB/s x16 slot bidirectional speed — 8 GB/s connector three...
  • Page 7 two front-panel, six back-panel, and two internal USB 2.0–compliant connectors System board connectors: IDE drive one 40-pin connector Serial ATA four 7-pin connectors Floppy drive one 34-pin connector four 5-pin connectors three 120-pin connectors PCI Express x1 one 36-pin connector PCI Express x16 two 164-pin connectors Controls and Lights...
  • Page 8 Voltage (see the safety instructions fixed-voltage power supply — 110 V at located in the Product Information 50/60 Hz Guide for important voltage setting manual selection and auto-sensing power information) supplies — 90 to 135 V at 50/60 Hz; 180 to 265 V at 50/60 Hz;...

  • Page 9: Advanced Troubleshooting

    Back to Contents Page Advanced Troubleshooting Dell™ XPS™ 600 Service Manual Power Lights Diagnostic Lights Beep Codes System Messages Power Lights CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

  • Page 10: Diagnostic Lights

    If available, install properly working memory of the same type into your computer (see "Installing Memory"). If the problem persists, see "Contacting Dell" in your Owner's Manual for instructions on obtaining technical assistance. Memory modules are Ensure that no special memory module/memory connector placement detected, but a requirements exist.

  • Page 11: Beep Codes

    1-3-1 through 2-4-4 Memory not being properly identified or used 4-3-1 Memory failure above address 0FFFFh If you hear one of the following beep codes, see "Contacting Dell" in your Owner's Manual for instructions on obtaining technical assistance. Code Cause...

  • Page 12: System Messages

    C: Drive Failure The cache memory is not See "Contacting Dell" in your Owner's Manual Cache Memory Bad, Do Not operating. for instructions on obtaining technical Enable assistance. Cache An error is occurring on the See "Contacting Dell"...
  • Page 13 Not Set Drive A or B is present but has Ensure that the drive is installed correctly in the Diskette Boot failed the BIOS POST. computer and defined correctly in the system Failure setup program. Check the interface cable at both ends.

  • Page 14: Entering The System Setup Program

    Entering the System Setup Program 1. Turn on (or restart) your computer. 2. When the blue DELL™ logo appears, press <F2> immediately. If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows®...

  • Page 15: System Setup Program Options

    Scroll up and down the list by using the up- and down-arrow keys. As an option is highlighted, the Option Field displays more information about that option and the option's current and available settings. Key Functions — This field appears below the Option Field and lists keys and their functions within the active system setup program field.
  • Page 16 Dell does not recommend using extended operating frequencies or over-clocking. If you choose to over-clock your processor, the life expectancy of your processor may be reduced. Dell does not guarantee that your computer will remain stable or operate at the extended operating speeds.

  • Page 17: Option Settings

    Load This setting restores the computer's factory-installed default settings. Defaults Displays the system event log. Event Log POST Behavior When set to On (default), your computer starts more quickly because it skips certain configurations and tests. Fastboot This option involves the rightmost bank of keys on your keyboard. When set to On (default), this option Numlock activates the numeric and mathematical features shown at the top of each key.

  • Page 18: Changing Boot Sequence For Future Boots

    The Boot Device Menu appears, listing all available boot devices. Each device has a number next to it. 4. At the bottom of the menu, enter the number of the device that is to be used for the current boot only. For example, if you are booting to a USB memory key, highlight USB Flash Device and press <Enter>.

  • Page 19: Clearing Cmos Settings

    5. After the Microsoft® Windows® desktop appears on your computer, shut down the computer. 6. Turn off the monitor and disconnect it from the electrical outlet. 7. Disconnect the computer power cable from the electrical outlet, and press the power button to ground the system board.

  • Page 20: Front View

    Back to Contents Page About Your XPS Computer Dell™ XPS™ 600 Service Manual Front View Front View (Door Open) Back View Front View 1 hard-drive The hard-drive light is on when the computer reads data from or writes data to the hard drive. The light activity light might also be on when a device such as your CD player is operating.

  • Page 21: Back View

    1 headphone Use the headphone connector to attach headphones and most kinds of speakers. connector 2 microphone Use the microphone connector to attach a personal computer microphone for voice or musical input connector into a sound or telephony program. 3 USB 2.0 Use the front USB connectors for devices that you connect occasionally, such as joysticks or cameras.
  • Page 22 1 processor For optimal cooling, two processor fans are provided. Do not block the vents. fans (2) 2 cover latch To open the computer, lay the computer on its side with the cover latch release at the top and then push release the latch to the left.
  • Page 23 mouse connector Plug a standard mouse into the green mouse connector. Turn off the computer and any attached devices before you connect a mouse to the computer. If you have a USB mouse, plug it into a USB connector. surround Use the black surround connector to attach multichannel-capable connector speakers.

  • Page 24: Removing And Installing Parts

    Back to Contents Page Removing and Installing Parts Dell™ XPS™ 600 Service Manual Memory Processor Cards System Board Drives Power Supply Hard Drive Front Panel Floppy Drive Front LED Board Media Card Reader (Optional) Drive Door CD/DVD Drive Battery Processor Airflow Shroud Memory You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board.

  • Page 25: Installing Memory

    If you remove your original memory modules from the computer during a memory upgrade, keep them separate from any new modules that you may have, even if you purchased the new modules from Dell. If possible, do not pair an original memory module with a new memory module. Otherwise, your computer may not start properly.
  • Page 26 3. Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. 1 memory connector closest to processor 2 securing clips (2) 3 connector 4. Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the crossbar in the connector. 1 cutouts (2) 2 memory module 3 notch...

  • Page 27: Removing Memory

    6. Close the computer cover. NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device and then plug it into your computer. 7. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on. 8.
  • Page 28 Three PCI card slots Two PCI Express x16 card slots (can be used in a dual-graphics configuration) NOTE: If a graphics card is installed in each of the PCI Express x16 card slots in the dual-graphics configuration, the PCI Express x1 card slot is not accessible for use. One PCI Express x1 card slot 1 PCI card 1 PCI Express x16 card...
  • Page 29 1 graphics card bridge 2 power connectors (2) 3 dual-PCI Express graphics cards 3. Disconnect the power cable connected to the card. 4. Press the lever on the card retention arm and raise the retention arm. 1 lever 2 retention arm 3 edge connector 4 card connector 5.
  • Page 30 1 PCI Express x16 card 2 PCI Express x16 card slot 3 securing tab 6. If you are replacing the card, see "Installing PCI Express Graphics Cards in a Dual Configuration." If you are not replacing the card, install a filler bracket in the empty card-slot opening. NOTE: Installing filler brackets over empty card-slot openings is necessary to maintain FCC certification of the computer.
  • Page 31 NOTICE: For information about upgrading your system to use NVIDIA SLI (Scalable Link Interface) dual-graphics technology, see the Dell website at support.dell.com. To learn more about NVIDIA SLI (Scalable Link Interface) dual-graphics technology, see "NVIDIA SLI Dual Graphics Technology" in your Owner's Manual.
  • Page 32 5. Prepare the card for installation. See the documentation that came with the card for information on configuring the card, making internal connections, or otherwise customizing it for your computer. 6. Position the card so that it is aligned with the slot and the securing tab (if present) is aligned with the securing slot. 1 PCI Express x16 card 2 PCI Express x16 card slot 3 securing tab...
  • Page 33 6 bracket caught outside of slot 8. Before you lower the retention arm, ensure that: The tops of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment bar. The notch in the top of the card or filler bracket fits around the alignment guide. NOTICE: Do not route card cables over or behind the cards.
  • Page 34 1 graphics card bridge 2 power connectors (2) 3 dual-PCI Express graphics cards 11. Replace the graphics card bridge, pressing firmly so that it completely covers the connector tabs. NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device and then plug the cable into the computer.
  • Page 35 1 filler bracket 2 retention arm 3 lever 4 PCI card 5 edge connector 6 card connector 3. Remove the card: a. If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card. b. Pull the securing tab (if present), grasp the card by its top corners, and ease it out of its connector. 1 PCI Express x16 card 2 PCI Express x16 card slot 3 securing tab...
  • Page 36 The tops of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment bar. The notch in the top of the card or filler bracket fits around the alignment guide. NOTICE: Do not route card cables over or behind the cards. Cables routed over the cards can prevent the computer cover from closing properly or cause damage to the equipment.
  • Page 37 1 filler bracket 2 retention arm 3 lever 4 PCI card 5 edge connector 6 card connector 3. If you are installing a new card, remove the filler bracket to create a card-slot opening. 4. Prepare the card for installation. See the documentation that came with the card for information on configuring the card, making internal connections, or otherwise customizing it for your computer.
  • Page 38 damage the system board. 6. Gently pull the securing tab (if present) and place the card in the connector. Press down firmly and ensure that the card is fully seated in the slot. If the card is full-length, insert the end of the card into the card guide bracket as you lower the card toward its connector on the system board.
  • Page 39 1 filler bracket 2 alignment guide 3 alignment bar 4 retention arm 9. Connect any cables that should be attached to the card. See the documentation for the card for information about the card cable connections. NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device and then plug the cable into the computer.

  • Page 40: General Installation Guidelines

    2. Connect the network cable to the add-in network adapter connectors. Do not connect the network cable to the integrated connector on the back panel. If you removed an add-in network connector: 1. Enter system setup, select Integrated NIC Controller, and then change the setting to On. 2.

  • Page 41: Connecting Drive Cables

    Connect serial ATA hard drives to the SATA0 - SATA3 connectors on the system board. Connect CD/DVD drives to the IDE connector. When you connect two IDE devices to a single IDE interface cable and configure them for the cable select setting, the device attached to the last connector on the interface cable is the primary or the boot device (drive 0), and the device attached to the middle connector on the interface cable is the secondary device (drive 1).
  • Page 42 NOTE: If you are replacing a hard drive that contains data you want to keep, back up your files before you begin this procedure. 1. Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin." 2. Press in on the top shroud tabs and tilt the shroud back. 3.

  • Page 43: Installing A Hard Drive

    2 hard-drive cable 3 tab (2) 4 hard drive 5 system board connector 5. Press in on the tabs on each side of the drive and slide the drive up and out. Installing a Hard Drive 1. Unpack the replacement hard drive, and prepare it for installation. 2.
  • Page 44 1 power cable 2 hard-drive cable 3 tab (2) 4 hard drive 5 system board connector 5. Connect a power cable to the drive. 6. Connect the hard-drive cable to the drive and to the system board. 7. Check all connectors to be certain that they are properly cabled and firmly seated. NOTICE: When replacing the hard-drive shroud, ensure that all the cables are properly routed.

  • Page 45: Adding A Second Hard Drive

    17. Partition and logically format your drive before you proceed to the next step. See the documentation for your operating system for instructions. 18. Test the hard drive by running the Dell Diagnostics. 19. If the drive you just installed is the primary drive, install your operating system on the hard drive.
  • Page 46 CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover. NOTICE: To avoid damage to the drive, do not set it on a hard surface. Instead, set the drive on a surface, such as a foam pad, that will sufficiently cushion it.

  • Page 47: Removing A Floppy Drive

    7. Connect a power cable to the drive. 8. Connect the hard-drive cable to the drive and to the system board. Close the computer cover. NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device and then plug it into your computer.

  • Page 48: Installing A Floppy Drive

    1 data cable 2 power cable 3 tabs (2) 4 floppy drive 4. Press inward on the two tabs on the sides of the drive, slide the drive upward, and remove it from the floppy-drive bay. Installing a Floppy Drive 1.
  • Page 49 1 drive 2 bracket rails (2) 3 screws (4) 3. Gently slide the drive into place until the tabs securely click into position. 1 data cable 2 power cable 3 tabs (2) 4 floppy drive 4. Attach the power and data cables to the floppy drive.
  • Page 50 See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software required for drive operation. and update the appropriate Diskette Drive option. Enter the system setup program 10. Verify that your computer works correctly by running the Dell Diagnostics. Media Card Reader (Optional) Removing a Media Card Reader...
  • Page 51 1 internal USB cable tabs (2) 3 media card reader* 4 FLEX connector Close the computer cover. Installing a Media Card Reader CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components.
  • Page 52 1 adapter rails (2) 2 screws (4) 5. Slide the adapter into the 5.25-inch drive bay until the tabs on the rails securely click into position. 1 internal USB cable tabs (2) 3 media card reader* 4 FLEX connector 6. Slide the media card reader into the adapter until the tabs on the rails securely click into position.

  • Page 53: Removing A Cd/Dvd Drive

    7. Connect the internal USB cable to the media card reader 8. Route the USB cable through the cable routing clip. 9. Connect the internal USB cable to the internal FLEX connector on the system board. Close the computer cover. CD/DVD Drive CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the...

  • Page 54: Installing A Cd/Dvd Drive

    2. Connect the new drive to the set of rails that are attached to the inside of the cover. If a set of rails is not attached inside the computer cover, contact Dell. 3. If you are installing a replacement drive and the new drive does not have the bracket rails attached, remove the rails from the old drive by removing the two screws that secure each rail to the drive.
  • Page 55 1 drive 2 bracket rails (2) 3 screws (4) 4. Gently slide the drive into place until the tabs securely click into position. 5. Connect the power and data cables to the drive. 1 power cable...

  • Page 56: Removing The Processor Airflow Shroud

    See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software required for drive operation. and select the appropriate Drive option. Enter the system setup program 10. Verify that your computer works correctly by running the Dell Diagnostics. Processor Airflow Shroud Removing the Processor Airflow Shroud...

  • Page 57: Installing The Processor Airflow Shroud

    1 anchor tabs (3) 2 shroud release levers (2) Installing the Processor Airflow Shroud 1. Reconnect the cooling fan power cable to the FANREAR connector (see "System Board Components") on the system board. 2. Reconnect the CPU fan power cable to the FANCPU connector (see "System Board Components") on the system board.
  • Page 58 1. Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin." 2. Disconnect the two cooling fan power cables from the FANREAR and FANCPU connectors on the system board (see "System Board Components"). 3. Disconnect the power cable from the POWER12V connector on the system board (see "System Board Components").
  • Page 59 Lay the heat sink down on its side to avoid damaging the thermal interface on the bottom. 1 heat sink 2 retention tab 3 retention base NOTICE: If you are installing a processor upgrade kit from Dell, discard the original heat sink. If you are not installing a...

  • Page 60: Installing The Processor

    Dell, reuse the original heat sink and blower when you install your new processor. 6. Push down and out on the socket release lever. 7. Open the processor cover. 1 processor cover 2 processor 3 socket 4 release lever 8.
  • Page 61 If you are not installing a processor upgrade kit from Dell, reuse the original heat sink assembly when you replace the processor. If you installed a processor replacement kit from Dell, return the original heat sink assembly and processor to Dell in the same package in which your replacement kit was sent.

  • Page 62: Removing The System Board

    NOTICE: Ensure that the heat sink is correctly seated and secure. 8. Reinstall the retention module clips. 9. Lower the airflow shroud over the heat sink. 10. Reconnect the two cooling fan power cables to the CPU FAN1 and CPU FAN2 connectors on the system board (see "System Board Components").

  • Page 63: Replacing The System Board

    2. Open the computer cover. 3. Remove any components that restrict access to the system board. 4. Disconnect all cables from the system board. 5. Before you remove the existing system board assembly, visually compare the replacement system board to the existing system board to make sure that you have the correct part.

  • Page 64: Removing The Power Supply

    replacement system board. NOTE: Jumper settings on replacement system boards are preset by the factory. NOTE: Some components and connectors on the replacement system board may be in different locations than the corresponding connectors on the existing system board. 2. Orient the replacement board by aligning the notches on the bottom of the board with the tabs on the computer. 3.

  • Page 65: Removing The Front Panel

    NOTICE: To avoid damaging the cables when you reinstall the power supply, replace the cables as shown below. Front Panel CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis.

  • Page 66: Front Led Board

    4. Close the computer cover halfway and pull the front panel away from the computer. Front LED Board CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis.
  • Page 67 1 LED cable 2 front LED board guides 3 light pipe 4 screw 5 front LED board guide To replace the front LED board, perform the removal procedure in reverse. Drive Door CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
  • Page 68 2. Unsnap the top bracket hinge and pull the top of the drive door outward, away from the computer.
  • Page 69 1 top bracket hinge 2 bottom bracket hinge 3. Lift the bottom bracket hinge away from the computer. Replacing the Drive Door To prevent damage to your computer, the drive door is designed to "break away" from the computer if it is opened too far. If the drive door detaches from the computer without disassembling, perform the removal procedure in reverse.
  • Page 70 1 door 2 door bracket/door hinge assembly 3 lower part of the door hinge 3. Attach the drive door to the computer, starting with the bottom bracket hinge. Battery CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.
  • Page 71 system board. 4. Remove the battery by prying it out of its socket with your fingers. 5. Insert the new battery (CR2032) into the socket with the side labeled "+" against the metal clip, and press the battery into place. 6.
  • Page 72 Back to Contents Page Closing the Computer Cover Dell™ XPS™ 600 Service Manual 1. Ensure that all cables are connected, and fold cables out of the way. 2. Ensure that no tools or extra parts are left inside the computer.

  • Page 74: Technical Overview

    Back to Contents Page Technical Overview Dell™ XPS™ 600 Service Manual Inside View of Your Computer System Board Components Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments Inside View of Your Computer power supply fans (2) CD/DVD drives PCI card shroud and fan...

  • Page 75: Power Supply Dc Connector Pin Assignments

    1 CPU fan connectors 10 optical drive connector 19 card fan connector (FAN SYS) (IDE) 2 power connector 11 battery (BATT) 20 1394 connector (1394) (POWER12V) 3 processor and heat- 12 front-panel connector 21 front-panel audio (FP_AUD) sink connector (FRNT PNL) 4 memory module 13 serial ATA connectors 22 PCI card connectors (PCI SLOT 4,...

  • Page 76: Dc Power Connector P1

    DC Power Connector P1 Pin Number Signal name Color Wire Gauge +3.3 VDC Orange 16-AWG +3.3 VDC Orange 16-AWG Black 18-AWG +5 VDC 18-AWG Black 18-AWG +5 VDC 18-AWG Black 18-AWG Gray 18-AWG +5 VFP Purple 18-AWG +12 VADC White 18-AWG +12 VADC White...
  • Page 77 Black 18-AWG +5 VDC 18-AWG +5 VDC 18-AWG +5 VDC/SE 18-AWG Black 18-AWG DC Power Connector P2 Pin Number Signal Name 18-AWG Wire Color Black Black Black Black Black +12 VADC Yellow +12 VADC Yellow +12 VADC Yellow +12 VCDC Blue/White Stripe +12 VCDC Blue/White Stripe...

  • Page 78: Dc Power Connector P4

    Black Black DC Power Connector P4 Pin Number Signal Name 18-AWG Wire Color +12 VBDC White +12 VBDC White +12 VBDC White Black Black Black NOTE: The P5 connector is intended for use with the PCI Express graphics cards whose power requirements exceed 75 watts.
  • Page 79 +3.3 VDC Orange Black +5 VDC Black +12 VCDC White DC Power Connectors BAY1 and BAY2 Pin Number Signal Name 18-AWG Wire Color +12 VBDC White Black Black +5 VDC Back to Contents Page...

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