Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to protect your monitor from potential damage and to ensure your personal safety. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure included in this document assumes that you have read the safety information that shipped with your monitor.
Charging 1.2 *To avoid signal interference, when a wireless USB device has been connected to a USB downstream port, it is NOT recommended to connect any other USB devices to the adjacent port(s). Views of S2725QC monitor...
Regulatory label Lists the regulatory approvals. MyDell QR code, serial number, and Refer to this label if you must contact Dell for technical support. The Service Tag label Service Tag is a unique alphanumeric identifier that enables Dell service technicians to identify the hardware components in your monitor and access warranty information.
To lock the stand to the monitor using a M3 x 6 mm screw (screw not included). Security-lock slot (based on Secures the monitor with a security lock (purchased separately) to Kensington Security Slot) prevent unauthorized movement of your monitor. Connect the power cable (shipped with your monitor). Power port Views of S2725QC monitor...
Major components of your monitor Figure 6. Major components Major components of your monitor...
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Power board Stand base NOTE: For replacement of power cable, connectivity cable and external power supply (if applicable), contact Dell: 1. Go to Dell Support Website. 2. Verify your country or region in the Choose A Country/Region drop-down menu at the bottom-right corner of the page.
NOTE: Dell monitors are designed to work optimally with Dell-supplied inbox cables. Dell does not guarantee the video quality and performance if non-Dell cables are used. To connect your monitor to the computer: 1.
Disassembly and reassembly CAUTION: The information in this section is intended for authorized service technicians in the EMEA region. Dell prohibits users from disassembling the monitor, and any damage caused by unauthorized servicing will not be covered under the warranty.
Stand Removing the stand Prerequisites 1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your monitor. NOTE: To prevent the LCD screen from scratches during stand removal, ensure the monitor is positioned on a soft surface and handled carefully. NOTE: The following steps are specific for removing the stand that is shipped with your monitor. If you are removing a stand that you purchased from any other source, follow the setup instructions that are included with the stand.
Installing the stand Steps 1. Carefully insert the tabs on the stand riser into the slots on the display back cover and press down the stand assembly to snap it into place. Figure 11. Installing the stand Next steps 1. Follow the procedure in After working inside your monitor.
Back Cover Removing the back cover Prerequisites 1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your monitor. 2. Remove the stand. Steps 1. Remove the four screws (M4x10) that secure the back cover to the display assembly. 2. Using a plastic scribe, pry the back cover starting from the edge of the monitor. 3.
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Figure 13. Removing the back cover Disassembly and reassembly...
Installing the back cover Steps 1. Connect the control board cable to the connector on the interface board. 2. Align the back cover with the display assembly and snap it into place. NOTE: Align the screw holes on the back cover with the screw holes on the display assembly before applying slight pressure to the back cover.
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Figure 15. Installing the back cover Next steps 1. Install the stand. 2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your monitor. Disassembly and reassembly...
Interface board assembly Removing the interface board assembly Prerequisites 1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your monitor. 2. Remove the stand. 3. Remove the back cover. Steps 1. Disconnect the speaker cable from the interface board. 2. Peel the tape that secure the speaker cable to the display panel. 3.
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Figure 17. Removing the interface board assembly Disassembly and reassembly...
Installing the interface board assembly Steps 1. Slide the LVDS cable into the connector on the display panel and close the latch to secure it in place. 2. Adhere the tape to secure the LVDS cable connector to the display panel. 3.
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Figure 19. Installing the interface board assembly Next steps 1. Install the back cover. 2. Install the stand. 3. Follow the procedure in After working inside your monitor. Disassembly and reassembly...
Interface board Removing the interface board Prerequisites 1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your monitor. 2. Remove the stand. 3. Remove the back cover. 4. Remove the interface board assembly. Steps 1. Peel the mylar from the interface board assembly. 2.
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Figure 21. Removing the interface board Disassembly and reassembly...
Installing the interface board Steps 1. Connect the power cable, LVDS cable, and USB board cable to the connectors on the interface board. 2. Align and place the power board and interface board to the bracket. 3. Replace the seven screws (M3x9) that secure the power board and interface board to the bracket. 4.
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Figure 23. Installing the interface board Next steps 1. Install the interface board assembly. 2. Install the back cover. 3. Install the stand. 4. Follow the procedure in After working inside your monitor. Disassembly and reassembly...
Power board Removing the power board Prerequisites 1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your monitor. 2. Remove the stand. 3. Remove the back cover. 4. Remove the interface board assembly. 5. Remove the interface board. Steps 1. Disconnect the AC socket cable from the connector on the power board. Figure 24. Removing the power board Disassembly and reassembly...
Installing the power board Steps 1. Connect the AC socket cable to the connector on the power board. Figure 25. Installing the power board Next steps 2. Install the interface board. 3. Install the interface board assembly. 4. Install the back cover.
Troubleshooting Instructions WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety instructions. Self-test Your monitor provides a self-test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor is functioning properly. If your monitor and computer are properly connected but the monitor screen remains dark, run the monitor self-test by performing the following steps: 1.
Built-in diagnostics Your monitor has a built-in diagnostic tool that helps you determine if the screen abnormality you are experiencing is an inherent problem with your monitor, or with your computer and graphics card. Figure 27. Self-Diagnostic menu To run the built-in diagnostics: 1.
• Cycle power On-Off. A pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect that can occur in LCD • technology. For more information about Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see • www.dell.com/pixelguidelines. Stuck-on pixels LCD screen has bright Cycle power On-Off.
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Safety related issues Visible signs of smoke or Do not perform any troubleshooting steps. • sparks • Contact Dell immediately. Intermittent problems Monitor malfunctions on • Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is and off connected properly and is secure.
Product-specific problems Table 8. Product-specific problems and solutions. Common symptoms What you experience Possible solutions The screen image is too The image is centered on Check the Aspect Ratio settings in the Display menu OSD. • small the screen, but does not Reset the monitor to factory settings.
Universal Serial Bus (USB) specific problems Table 9. USB specific problems and solutions. Common symptoms What you experience Possible solutions USB interface is not USB peripherals are not Check that your monitor is turned on. • working working Reconnect the upstream cable to your computer. •...
Contacting Dell To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues, see www.dell.com/contactdell. NOTE: Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available in your country. NOTE: If you do not have an active internet connection, you can find contact information about your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog.
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