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Dell™ Inspiron™ 9300 Service Manual
Before You Begin
System Components
Optical Drive
Hard Drive
Memory Module
Modem
Mini PCI Card
Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
Hinge Cover
Keyboard
Display
Palm Rest
Coin-Cell Battery
 
 Notes, Notices, and Cautions
NOTE:
A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
NOTICE:
CAUTION:
 Abbreviations and Acronyms
For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the help file, click the Start button, click Help and Support, click
User and system guides, click User's guides, and click Dell Inspiron Help.
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 Inspiron are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; Bluetooth is a
registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell Inc. under license.
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 PP14L
February 2005 Rev. A00
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A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem.
A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.
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Speakers
Subwoofer
USB Port Board
Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly
Microprocessor Module
Video Card/Thermal Cooling Assembly
System Fans
MCH Heat Sink
PC Card Cage
System Board
Battery Latch Assembly
Flashing the BIOS
Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors

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  • Page 1 Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell Inc. under license. 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 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 3   3. Disconnect any telephone or network cables from the computer.   4. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets.   5. Close the display and turn the computer upside down on a flat work surface. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you service the computer.

  • Page 4: Display Assembly

    When you are removing and replacing components, print "Screw Identification" as a tool to lay out and keep track of the screws. The placemat provides the number of screws and their sizes. Optical Drive: Hard Drive: Modem: (1 each) (2 each) (1 each) Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology: Keyboard:...
  • Page 5 MCH Heat Sink: PC Card Cage: System Board: (3 each) (4 each) (3 each)       Hard Drive Bay: Stiffener Bracket:   (4 each) (1 each)     Back to Contents Page   Great user manuals database on UserManuals.info...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

      System Components Dell™ Inspiron™ 9300 Service Manual 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 document assumes that a part can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse order.
  • Page 7 Back to Contents Page   Optical Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ 9300 Service Manual Your computer ships with a fixed optical drive installed. NOTICE: To prevent damage to drives, store them in a safe, dry place when they are not installed in the computer. Avoid pressing down on them or placing heavy objects on top of them.
  • Page 8 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 instructions in "Before Working Inside Your Computer."...
  • Page 9  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   Great user manuals database on...
  • Page 10 NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty. NOTE: To get maximum performance/dual-channel memory bandwidth capability, both memory module connectors must contain memory modules and the modules must be of the same size and configuration.
  • Page 11 memory module securing clip (2)  Replacing the Memory Module NOTE: To get maximum performance/dual-channel memory bandwidth capability, both memory module connectors must contain memory modules and the modules must be of the same size and configuration. NOTE: If a memory module is not installed properly, the computer will not boot.  ...
  • Page 12 Back to Contents Page   Modem Dell™ Inspiron™ 9300 Service Manual   Removing the Modem   Replacing the Modem  Removing the Modem   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see 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 13 5 system board connector NOTICE: Do not disconnect the modem cable from the system board.   5. Disconnect the modem cable from the modem.  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.  ...
  • Page 14 Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell Inc. under license. 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 15 If you are removing and/or installing a 2.4-GHz (802.11b, 802.11b/g) Mini PCI card, follow the instructions noted below. Only products approved for use in your portable computer may be installed. Approved Mini PCI cards may be purchased only from Dell.
  • Page 16   5. Release the Mini PCI card by spreading the metal securing tabs until the card pops up slightly.   6. Remove the Mini PCI card from the connector at a 45-degree angle. 1 Mini PCI card 2 metal securing tabs (2)  Replacing the Mini PCI Card NOTICE: To avoid damaging the antenna cables or the Mini PCI card, never place the cables under the card.
  • Page 17 1 antenna cables (2)   3. Replace the cover. Back to Contents Page   Great user manuals database on UserManuals.info...
  • Page 18 Back to Contents Page   Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ Inspiron™ 9300 Service Manual   Removing the Card   Replacing the Card  Removing the Card   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see 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 19: Hinge Cover

    Back to Contents Page   Hinge Cover Dell™ Inspiron™ 9300 Service Manual   Removing the Hinge Cover   Replacing the Hinge Cover  Removing the Hinge Cover   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see 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 20: Keyboard

    Back to Contents Page   Keyboard Dell™ Inspiron™ 9300 Service Manual   Removing the Keyboard   Replacing the Keyboard  Removing the Keyboard   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see 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 21  Replacing the Keyboard NOTICE: To avoid scratching the palm rest when replacing the keyboard, hook the five tabs along the front edge of the keyboard into the palm rest, and then secure the keyboard into place. Also, be sure the display panel is lying flat (180 degrees) against the working surface to avoid scratching the display panel.
  • Page 22 Back to Contents Page   Display Dell™ Inspiron™ 9300 Service Manual   Display Assembly   Display Bezel   Display Panel   Display Latch  Display Assembly   Removing the Display Assembly   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see 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 23 antenna cables   4. Turn the computer top-side up.   5. Remove the hinge cover.   6. Open the display all the way (180 degrees) so that it lies flat against the work surface.   7. Use the pull-tab to disconnect the display cable, and then disengage the display cable from the cable channel.  ...
  • Page 24 3. Thread the Mini PCI card antenna cables back through the hole in the base of the computer so that they are accessible from the bottom of the computer.   4. Connect the display cable to the system board.   5.
  • Page 25 3 shoulder screws (4) 6 screw covers (2)   Removing the Display Bezel   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see 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 26 display bezel display panel   Replacing the Display Bezel   1. Starting at any corner, use your fingers to gently snap the bezel into place to secure it to the display panel.   2. Replace the four M2.5 x 5-mm screws on the corners of the bezel.  ...
  • Page 27 CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you begin working inside the computer.
  • Page 28   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery...

  • Page 29: Palm Rest (With Touch Pad)

    Back to Contents Page   Palm Rest Dell™ Inspiron™ 9300 Service Manual   Removing the Palm Rest   Replacing the Palm Rest  Removing the Palm Rest   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see 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 30 1 M2.5 x 8-mm screws (11)   9. Turn the computer top-side up and disconnect the touch-pad connector from the system board. 1 touch-pad connector 2 LED board connector   10. Disconnect the LED board connector.   11. Lift the palm rest and remove it from the computer.  Replacing the Palm Rest  ...
  • Page 31 Back to Contents Page   Great user manuals database on UserManuals.info...
  • Page 32 Back to Contents Page   Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ Inspiron™ 9300 Service Manual   Removing the Coin-Cell Battery   Replacing the Coin-Cell battery  Removing the Coin-Cell Battery   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see 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.
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  • Page 34 Back to Contents Page   Speakers Dell™ Inspiron™ 9300 Service Manual   Removing the Speakers   Replacing the Speakers  Removing the Speakers   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see 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 35 2. Align the speakers on the screw holes for securing the speakers to the computer base.   3. Replace the four M2.5 x 5-mm screws to secure the speakers in place (two on each speaker).   4. Re-route the speaker cables into the cable guides, and re-adhere the tape to secure the speaker cables in place on the computer base. Back to Contents Page  ...
  • Page 36 Back to Contents Page   Subwoofer Dell™ Inspiron™ 9300 Service Manual   Removing the Subwoofer   Replacing the Subwoofer  Removing the Subwoofer   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see 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 37   2. Place the subwoofer onto the system board.   3. Tighten the two captive screws that secure the subwoofer in place. Back to Contents Page   Great user manuals database on UserManuals.info...
  • Page 38 Back to Contents Page   USB Port Board Dell™ Inspiron™ 9300 Service Manual   Removing the USB Port Board   Replacing the USB Port Board  Removing the USB Port Board   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
  • Page 39 1. Insert the notch on the USB port board under the small tab on the computer base and the other side of the board over the pin.   2. Replace the M2.5 x 5-mm screw.   3. Reconnect the cable to the system board.  ...
  • Page 40 Back to Contents Page   Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Dell™ Inspiron™ 9300 Service Manual   Removing the Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly   Replacing the Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly  Removing the Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
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  • Page 42 Back to Contents Page   Microprocessor Module Dell™ Inspiron™ 9300 Service Manual   Removing the Microprocessor Module   Replacing the Microprocessor Module  Removing the Microprocessor Module   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see 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 43 NOTE: The ZIF-socket cam screw secures the microprocessor to the system board. Take note of the arrow on the ZIF-socket cam screw, which indicates the direction to turn the cam screw.   8. Lift the microprocessor module from the ZIF socket.  Replacing the Microprocessor Module NOTICE: Ensure that the cam lock is in the fully open position before seating the microprocessor module.

  • Page 44: Video Card/Thermal Cooling Assembly

    Back to Contents Page   Video Card/Thermal Cooling Assembly Dell™ Inspiron™ 9300 Service Manual   Removing the Video Card/Thermal Cooling Assembly   Replacing the Video Card/Thermal Cooling Assembly  Removing the Video Card/Thermal Cooling Assembly   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
  • Page 45   2. Tighten the four captive screws on the video card/thermal cooling assembly. Back to Contents Page   Great user manuals database on UserManuals.info...

  • Page 46: Fan

    Back to Contents Page   System Fans Dell™ Inspiron™ 9300 Service Manual   Removing the System Fans   Replacing the System Fans  Removing the System Fans   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see 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 47 1 fan 2 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (2) 3 fan cable 4 fan-cable system board connector  Replacing the System Fans   1. Align and place each fan over its respective screw holes on the system board.   2. Replace the four M2.5 x 5-mm screws (two on each fan).  ...
  • Page 48 Back to Contents Page   MCH Heat Sink Dell™ Inspiron™ 9300 Service Manual   Removing the MCH Heat Sink   Replacing the MCH Heat Sink  Removing the MCH Heat Sink   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
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  • Page 50: Pc Card Cage

    Back to Contents Page   PC Card Cage Dell™ Inspiron™ 9300 Service Manual   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see 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 51 Back to Contents Page   System Board Dell™ Inspiron™ 9300 Service Manual   Removing the System Board   Replacing the System Board  Removing the System Board   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see 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 52 1 PC Card connector 2 M2.5 x 5-mm stiffener bracket screw 3 stiffener bracket 4 PC Card connector on system board 1 USB connector 2 cable connector for internal card with Bluetooth wireless technology 3 speaker connector 4 subwoofer connector  ...
  • Page 53   23. Remove the three M2.5 x 5-mm screws from the system board. 1 system board M2.5 x 5-mm screws (3)   24. Remove the system board, slowly easing the connectors out of their access holes on the back and side of the computer base: a.
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  • Page 55: Hard Drive

    Back to Contents Page   Battery Latch Assembly Dell™ Inspiron™ 9300 Service Manual   Removing the Battery Latch Assembly   Replacing the Battery Latch Assembly  Removing the Battery Latch Assembly   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
  • Page 56 1 screw 2 battery latch assembly   9. Remove the spring from the hook on the computer base by lifting it up and away with a screwdriver or a plastic scribe. 1 hook 2 spring   10. Remove the plastic battery-latch assembly by twisting the assembly slightly and lifting it out of the channel and away from the computer base. 1 battery latch assembly  Replacing the Battery Latch Assembly  ...
  • Page 57 Ensure that the newly installed latch moves smoothly and freely when pushed and released.   4. Replace the hard drive bay and reinsert the four M2 x 3-mm screws.   5. Replace the system board.   6. Replace the other components removed in "Removing the Battery Latch Assembly"...
  • Page 58 Back to Contents Page   Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Inspiron™ 9300 Service Manual NOTICE: Plug the AC adapter into a known good power source to prevent a loss of power. Failure to do so may cause system damage.   1. Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the main battery is installed properly.
  • Page 59 Back to Contents Page   Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors Dell™ Inspiron™ 9300 Service Manual   USB Connector   Video Connector   S-Video TV-Out Connector   IEEE 1394 Connector  USB Connector     Signal USB5V+ USBP– USBP+  Video Connector         Signal Signal CRT_R 9 CRT_G 10 CRT_B 11 MONITOR_DETECT–...

  • Page 60: Back To Contents Page

    DLUMA-L DCRMA-L   Composite Video     Signal DCMPS-L  IEEE 1394 Connector     Signal TPB– TPB+ TPA– TPA+ Back to Contents Page  ...

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