Front....................................... 9 Bottom....................................10 Service Tag..................................10 Modes....................................12 Battery charge and status light .............................15 Chapter 2: Set up your Chromebook 3120 2-in-1................16 Chapter 3: Specifications of Chromebook 3120 2-in-1..............17 Dimensions and weight..............................17 Processor..................................... 17 Chipset....................................18 Operating system................................18 Memory....................................18...
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Screw list.....................................30 Major components of Chromebook 3120 2-in-1......................31 Chapter 5: Removing and installing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs)........34 Base cover..................................34 Removing the base cover ............................34 Installing the base cover ............................37 Chapter 6: Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)..........40 Battery....................................
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Drivers and downloads..............................97 Frequently asked questions............................97 Chapter 8: Troubleshooting......................99 Handling swollen rechargeable Li-ion batteries......................99 Locating the Service Tag or Express Service Code of your Dell computer ............99 Chromebook storage..............................100 Overview..................................100 Battery management..............................100 Preparing the Chromebook for long-term storage.....................101 Getting your Chromebook ready..........................101...
Views of Chromebook 3120 2-in-1 Right Figure 1. Right view 1. Volume-control button Press to increase or decrease the volume. 2. USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) Type-C with DisplayPort Alt Mode port Connect the power adapter from external power source to charge your laptop.
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Connect devices such as external storage devices, printers, and external displays. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps. 5. Headset (headphone and microphone combo) port Connect headphones or a headset (headphone and microphone combo). Views of Chromebook 3120 2-in-1...
4. Keyboard Use the keyboard to input characters and functions into your computer. 5. Touchpad Move your finger on the touchpad to move the mouse pointer. Tap to left-click and two fingers tap to right-click. Views of Chromebook 3120 2-in-1...
Enables you to video chat, capture photos, and record videos. 3. Camera-status light Turns on when the camera is in use. 4. Right microphone Provides digital sound input for audio recording and voice calls. 5. Display Provides visual output. Views of Chromebook 3120 2-in-1...
2. Speakers Provide audio output. Service Tag The service tag is a unique alphanumeric identifier that allows Dell service technicians to identify the hardware components in your computer and access warranty information. Views of Chromebook 3120 2-in-1...
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Figure 6. Service Tag location Views of Chromebook 3120 2-in-1...
Modes The following modes are applicable for your Chromebook 3120 2-in-1 computers. Notebook Figure 7. Notebook mode Views of Chromebook 3120 2-in-1...
Tent Figure 10. Tent mode Battery charge and status light The following table lists the battery charge and status light behavior of your Chromebook 3120 2-in-1. Table 1. Battery charge and status light behavior Power Source LED Behavior System Power State...
Set up your Chromebook 3120 2-in-1 About this task NOTE: The images in this document may differ from your computer depending on the configuration you ordered. Steps 1. Connect the power adapter and press the power button. CAUTION: Connect the power cable to a power distribution Unit (PDU) 16 A and then connect the PDU to the wall outlet.
The weight of your computer depends on the configuration that is ordered and manufacturing variability. Processor The following table lists the details of the processors that are supported in your Chromebook 3120 2-in-1. Table 3. Processor Description Values Processor type...
Chipset The following table lists the details of the chipset that is supported in your Chromebook 3120 2-in-1. Table 4. Chipset Description Values Chipset BGA 1264 Processor Intel Processor N100 DRAM bus width 64-bit Flash EPROM 16 MB PCIe bus...
Security-cable slot One Wedge-shaped security slot SIM-card slot nano-SIM slot Wireless module The following table lists the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) module that is supported on your Chromebook 3120 2-in-1. Table 7. Wireless module specifications Description Values Model number...
Audio The following table lists the audio specifications of your Chromebook 3120 2-in-1. Table 8. Audio specifications Description Values Audio controller Cirrus CS42L42 Stereo conversion Supported Internal audio interface External audio interface One headset (headphone and microphone combo) port Number of speakers...
You can define the primary behavior of the function keys (F1–F12) changing Function Key Behavior in BIOS setup program. Camera The following table lists the camera specifications of your Chromebook 3120 2-in-1. Table 11. Camera specifications Description Option one Option two...
54.40 mm (2.14 in.) Touchpad gestures For more information about touchpad gestures available on Chromebook, see support.google.com/chromebook. Power adapter The following table lists the power adapter specifications of your Chromebook 3120 2-in-1. Table 13. Power adapter specifications Description Values Type...
Battery The following table lists the battery specifications of your Chromebook 3120 2-in-1. Table 14. Battery specifications Description Option one Option two Battery type 3-cell, 42 Wh, smart Lithium Ion 3-cell, 42 Wh, smart Lithium Ion, Long Life Cycle Battery voltage 11.40 VDC...
Power consumption (maximum) Anti-glare vs glossy finish Anti-Glare Stylus USI Pen support Sensor The following table lists the sensor of your Chromebook 3120 2-in-1. Table 16. Sensor Sensor support Accelerometer Gyro + accelerometer Screen rotation support Specifications of Chromebook 3120 2-in-1...
Intel UHD Graphics Shared system memory Intel Processor N100 External display support The following table lists the external display support for your Chromebook 3120 2-in-1. Table 18. External display support Graphics card Supported external displays with Supported external displays with...
† Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse. Dell support policy For information about Dell support policy, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at Dell Support Site. Specifications of Chromebook 3120 2-in-1...
You should only perform troubleshooting and repairs as authorized or directed by the Dell technical support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. See the safety instructions that is shipped with the product or at Dell Regulatory Compliance Home Page.
ESD protection is an increasing concern. Due to the increased density of semiconductors used in recent Dell products, the sensitivity to static damage is now higher than in previous Dell products. For this reason, some previously approved methods of handling parts are no longer applicable.
● Use a wired ESD wrist strap that is properly grounded. Wireless anti-static straps do not provide adequate protection. Touching the chassis before handling parts does not ensure adequate ESD protection on parts with increased sensitivity to ESD damage. ● Handle all static-sensitive components in a static-safe area. If possible, use anti-static floor pads and workbench pads. ●...
Transporting sensitive components When transporting ESD sensitive components such as replacement parts or parts to be returned to Dell, it is critical to place these parts in anti-static bags for safe transport.
System board M2x4 Right I/O bracket M2.5x5 I/O board M2x4 Display assembly M2.5x5 World-facing camera M2.5x2.5 Display hinges M2x3 M2.5x2.5 Major components of Chromebook 3120 2-in-1 The following image shows the major components of Chromebook 3120 2-in-1. Working inside your computer...
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8. I/O board NOTE: Dell provides a list of components and their part numbers for the original computer configuration purchased. These parts are available according to warranty coverage purchased by the customer. Contact your Dell sales representative for purchase options.
Removing and installing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) The replaceable components in this chapter are Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs). CAUTION: Customers can replace only the Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) following the safety precautions and replacement procedures. NOTE: The images in this document may differ from your computer depending on the configuration you ordered. Base cover Removing the base cover Prerequisites...
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Figure 12. Removing the base cover Removing and installing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs)
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Figure 13. Removing the base cover Removing and installing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs)
Figure 14. Disconnecting the battery cable Steps 1. Loosen the nine captive (Phillips #1) screws that secure the base cover to the palm-rest assembly. 2. Using a plastic scribe, pry the base cover from the U-shaped indents at the top and continue working on the sides to open the base cover.
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Figure 15. Installing the base cover Figure 16. Installing the base cover Removing and installing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs)
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Figure 17. Installing the base cover Steps 1. Connect the battery cable to the connector (BATT) on the system board. 2. Place the base cover on top of the palm-rest assembly. 3. Align the screw holes on the base cover with the screw holes on the palm-rest assembly, and snap the base cover into place. 4.
● If the battery gets stuck inside your computer as a result of swelling, do not try to release it as puncturing, bending, or crushing a rechargeable Li-ion battery can be dangerous. In such an instance, contact Dell technical support for assistance. See Contact Support at Dell Support Site.
About this task The following images indicate the location of the battery and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure. Figure 18. Removing the battery Steps 1. Open the latch, and using the pull tab, disconnect the battery cable from the connector (BATT) on the system board. 2.
Figure 19. Installing the battery Steps 1. Align and place the battery in the slot on the palm-rest assembly. 2. Replace the three (M2x4) screws to secure the battery to the palm-rest assembly. 3. Route the battery cable through the routing channels between the system board and battery. 4.
About this task The following image indicates the location of the battery cable and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure. Figure 20. Removing the battery cable Steps Disconnect the battery cable from the connector on the battery. Installing the battery cable Prerequisites If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
Figure 21. Installing the battery cable Steps Connect the battery cable to the connector on the battery. Next steps 1. Install the battery. 2. Install the base cover. 3. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer. Keyboard Removing the keyboard Prerequisites 1.
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Figure 22. Removing the keyboard Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
Figure 23. Removing the keyboard Steps 1. Unroute the battery cable from the routing channels between the system board and battery. 2. Push the release tabs and disconnect the keyboard cable from the connector (KB) on the system board. 3. Turn the computer over and open the display to an angle of 180 degrees with the keyboard facing up. 4.
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About this task The following images indicate the location of the keyboard and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure. Figure 24. Installing the keyboard Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
Figure 25. Installing the keyboard Steps 1. Carefully insert the keyboard cable through the gap on the palm-rest assembly. 2. Align and place the keyboard on the palm-rest assembly. 3. Gently press the keyboard and snap it into place. 4. Close the display completely and turn the computer over. 5.
Figure 26. Removing the I/O-board cables (24-pin and 50-pin) Steps 1. Lift the cable-connector latch and disconnect the 24-pin I/O-board cable from the connector on the system board. 2. Lift the cable-connector latch and disconnect the 24-pin I/O-board cable from the connector on the I/O board. 3.
Figure 27. Installing the I/O-board cables (24-pin and 50-pin) Steps 1. Connect the 24-pin I/O-board cable to the connector on the system board and press down the cable-connector latch to secure the cable in place. 2. Connect the 24-pin I/O-board cable to the connector on the I/O board and press down the cable-connector latch to secure the cable in place.
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Figure 28. Removing the I/O board Steps 1. Lift the cable-connector latch and disconnect the 24-pin I/O-board cable from the connector on the I/O board. 2. Lift the cable-connector latch and disconnect the 50-pin I/O-board cable from the connector on the I/O board. 3.
Figure 29. Type-C brackets not to be removed 5. Remove the four (M2x4) screws that secure the I/O board in place. 6. Slide and remove the I/O board from the computer. Installing the I/O board Prerequisites If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure. About this task The following images indicate the location of the I/O board and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.
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Figure 30. Installing the I/O board Steps 1. Align and place the I/O board on the palm-rest assembly. 2. Replace the four (M2x4) screws to secure the I/O board in place. 3. Align and place the Type-C bracket on the I/O board. 4.
6. Connect the 50-pin I/O-board cable to the connector on the I/O board and press down the cable-connector latch to secure the cable in place. Next steps 1. Install the base cover. 2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
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Figure 31. Removing the speakers Steps 1. Peel back the transparent tape that secures the speaker cable to the palm-rest. 2. Disconnect the speaker cable from the connector (SPEAKER) on the system board. 3. Peel the three pieces of adhesive tape that secure the speaker cable to the palm-rest. 4.
5. Remove the speakers along with the cable off the palm-rest assembly. Installing the speakers Prerequisites If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure. About this task The following image indicates the location of the speakers and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure. Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
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Figure 32. Installing the speakers Steps 1. Using the alignment posts, place the speakers into the slots on the palm-rest assembly. 2. Route the speaker cable through the routing channels in the palm-rest assembly. NOTE: The speaker cable must be routed through the routing channels at the bottom of the palm-rest to avoid damaging the speaker cable when installing the base cover.
5. Adhere the transparent tape to secure the speaker cable in place. Next steps 1. Install the battery. 2. Install the base cover. 3. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer. World-facing camera cable Removing the world-facing camera cable Prerequisites 1.
About this task NOTE: The following procedure is applicable only for computers that are shipped with a world-facing camera. The following image indicates the location of the world-facing camera cable and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure. Figure 34. Installing the world-facing camera cable Steps 1.
Figure 35. Removing the world-facing camera Steps 1. Remove the (M2.5x2.5) screw that secures the world-facing camera module to the palm-rest assembly. 2. Remove the world-facing camera module from the palm-rest assembly. Installing the world-facing camera Prerequisites CAUTION: This is a fragile component. Handle with care. About this task NOTE: The following procedure is applicable only for computers that are shipped with a world-facing camera.
Figure 36. Installing the world-facing camera Steps 1. Insert the world-facing camera module into the slot on the palm-rest assembly. 2. Replace the (M2.5x2.5) screw to secure the world-facing camera module to the palm-rest assembly. Next steps 1. Install the system board.
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Figure 38. Removing the system board Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
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Figure 39. Removing the system board Steps 1. Unroute the battery cable from the routing channels between the system board and battery. 2. Remove the (M2x3) screw that secures the WLAN card bracket to the WLAN card module on the system board. 3.
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12. Remove the bottom-left I/O bracket from the computer. 13. Remove the four (M2x4) screws that secure the system board to the palm-rest assembly. NOTE: Do not remove the Type-C brackets located underneath the I/O board or system board. Figure 40. Type-C brackets not to be removed 14.
Figure 41. Thermal pad Installing the system board Prerequisites If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure. About this task The following images indicate the connectors on your system board. Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
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Figure 43. Installing the system board Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
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Figure 44. Installing the system board NOTE: If the thermal pad on the palm-rest underneath the system board gets detached, adhere it back on the palm-rest. Steps 1. Place the system board on the palm-rest assembly. 2. Align the screw holes on the system board with the screw holes on the palm-rest assembly. 3.
Next steps 1. Install the base cover. 2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer. Display assembly Removing the display assembly Prerequisites 1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer. 2. Remove the base cover. About this task The following images indicate the location of the display assembly and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.
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Figure 45. Removing the display assembly Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
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Figure 46. Removing the display assembly Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
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Figure 47. Display assembly Steps 1. Remove the (M2x3) screw that secures the WLAN card bracket to the WLAN card module on the system board. 2. Remove the WLAN card bracket from the WLAN card module that secures the two antenna cables. 3.
Figure 48. Open the system to 270 degrees 11. Remove the display assembly off the palm-rest assembly. Installing the display assembly Prerequisites If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure. About this task The following images indicate the location of the display assembly and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.
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Figure 49. Installing the display assembly Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
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Figure 50. Installing the display assembly Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
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NOTE: For Chromebook 3120 2-in-1, the G-sensor cable has to be taped down to the palm-rest and routed underneath the WLAN antennas. 9. Connect the G-sensor cable to the connector (SENSOR) on the system board.
Next steps 1. Install the base cover. 2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer. Display panel Removing the display panel Prerequisites 1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer. 2. Remove the base cover. 3. Remove the display assembly.
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Figure 52. Removing the display panel Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
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Figure 53. Removing the display panel Steps 1. Using a plastic scribe, carefully pry open the display panel from the recesses at the U-shaped indents above the left and right-display hinges. Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
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2. Using the plastic scribe, pry open the outside bottom edge of the display panel and work your way around the left, top, and right edges of the display panel. Figure 54. Pry open the display panel 3. Carefully flip the display panel to access the display cable. 4.
Installing the display panel Prerequisites If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure. About this task The following images indicate the location of the display panel and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure. Figure 55.
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Figure 56. Installing the display panel Steps 1. Connect the display cable and touch sensor cable to the connectors at the back of the display panel. 2. Adhere the rubber spacer on the display cable. 3. Adhere the conductive tape to secure the display cable to the back of the display panel. 4.
Front-facing camera Removing the front-facing camera Prerequisites 1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer. 2. Remove the base cover. 3. Remove the display assembly. 4. Remove the display panel. About this task The following image indicates the location of the front-facing camera and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.
Figure 58. Installing the front-facing camera Steps 1. Align and place the camera module into the slot on the display assembly. 2. Gently press the camera module until it clicks into place. 3. Connect the camera cable to the connector on the camera module. Next steps 1.
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Figure 59. Removing the display hinges Steps 1. Rotate the display hinges and the hinge caps upwards toward the display cover. NOTE: The display hinges should be at an angle of 0 degrees while the hinge caps should be at an angle of 90 degrees (or of the position of a closed laptop).
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Figure 60. Display hinges and hinge cap angle NOTE: Ensure that the display hinges are rotated to the unlock position only, the hinge caps do not rotate until the display hinges are in the unlock position. Figure 61. Display hinges are rotated to the unlock position 2.
6. Remove the four (M2x3) screws and the six (M2.5x2.5) screws that secure the display hinges to the display back-cover. 7. Remove the display hinges from the display back-cover. Installing the display hinges Prerequisites If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure. About this task The following image indicates the location of the display hinges and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.
Steps 1. Align the screw holes on the display hinges with the screw holes on the display back-cover. 2. Replace the four (M2x3) screws and the six (M2.5x2.5) screws to secure the display hinges to the display back-cover. 3. Rotate the display hinges close to an angle of 90 degrees. 4.
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Figure 63. Removing the display cable Steps 1. Rotate the left-display hinge and the left hinge cap upwards toward the display cover. The display hinge should be at an angle of 0 degrees while the hinge cap should be at an angle of 90 degrees (or of the position of a closed laptop). NOTE: Ensure that the display hinge is rotated only to the unlock position;...
Installing the display cable Prerequisites If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure. About this task The following image indicates the location of the display cable and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure. Figure 64.
3. Connect the camera cable to the camera module. 4. Gently push the display cable into the left-hinge cap. 5. Replace the hinge rubber that secures the left-hinge cap. 6. Rotate the left-display hinge and the left-hinge cap downwards away from the display cover. The display hinge should be at an angle of 0 degrees while the hinge cap should be at an angle of 90 degrees (or of the position of a closed laptop).
Figure 65. Display back cover and antenna assembly NOTE: The display back cover and antenna assembly cannot be further disassembled once all the components in the prerequisite steps have been removed. If the wireless antennas or G-sensor module are malfunctioning and are required to be replaced, replace the entire display back cover and antenna assembly.
Figure 66. Installing the display back-cover and antenna assembly Steps Place the display back-cover and antenna assembly on a flat surface and install the components listed in Next steps to complete the display back-cover and antenna assembly. Next steps 1. Install the display cable.
4. Remove the keyboard. 5. Remove the world-facing camera cable (for computers that are shipped with a world-facing camera). 6. Remove the I/O-board cables (24-pin and 50-pin). 7. Remove the board. 8. Remove the display assembly. 9. Remove the system board.
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About this task The following image indicates the location of the palm-rest assembly. Figure 68. Installing the palm-rest assembly NOTE: If the thermal pad on the palm-rest underneath the system board gets detached, adhere it back onto the palm-rest. Steps Place the palm-rest assembly on a flat surface and install the components that are listed in Next steps to complete the palm-rest installation.
Your Chromebook 3120 2-in-1 supports the following operating systems: ChromeOS Drivers and downloads When troubleshooting, downloading, or installing drivers, it is recommended that you read the Dell Knowledge Base article Drivers and Downloads FAQs 000123347. Frequently asked questions The following are frequently asked questions: Table 22.
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Table 22. Frequently asked questions (continued) Frequently asked questions Responses Why does my Chromebook need my You have to use your Google Account to sign in to your Chromebook. It is the same Google Account information? account that you use for Google services such as Gmail and Drive. Your Chromebook uses your account information to automatically sign you into apps and services.
● Using a non-Dell or incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Replace the battery only with a compatible battery purchased from Dell that is designed to work with your Dell computer. Do not use a battery from other computers with your computer.
Failure to follow these steps could cause your batteries to reach a critically low charge when the Chromebook is stored for long periods of time, and can result in permanent failure of the battery. Dell provides a standard 1-year warranty on batteries.
Preparing the Chromebook for long-term storage Prerequisites Update your Chromebook to the latest version of the ChromeOS and charge so that the battery is at least 80% full. This ensures that even when the battery discharges while unplugged over the summer, power is not fully depleted. In order to slow the discharge rate during storage, use the same process that the factory uses before they ship devices.
6. Install the battery. 7. Install the base cover. 8. Connect the power adapter to the computer. 9. Turn on the computer. NOTE: For more information about performing a hard reset, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at the Dell Support Site. Troubleshooting...
Getting help and contacting Dell Self-help resources You can get information and help on Dell products and services using these self-help resources: Table 23. Self-help resources Self-help resources Resource location Information about Dell products and services Dell Site Tips Online help for operating system...
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