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Summarization of Contents
Working on your computer
Safety instructions
Guidelines for protecting the computer from damage and ensuring personal safety.
Turning off your computer — Windows 10
Steps to properly shut down the computer running Windows 10.
Before working inside your computer
Essential steps to take before performing any internal computer work.
After working inside your computer
Procedures to follow after completing internal computer maintenance or repairs.
Technology and components
HDMI 1.4
Explanation of HDMI 1.4 interface and its features.
Advantages of HDMI
Details the benefits and advantages of using HDMI technology.
USB features
Overview of Universal Serial Bus (USB) features and evolution.
USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 (SuperSpeed USB)
Details on USB 3.0/3.1 Gen 1, its speed, and capabilities.
Speed
Explanation of the different speed modes for USB 3.0/3.1 Gen 1.
Applications
Examples of products and uses for SuperSpeed USB 3.0/3.1 Gen 1.
Compatibility
Information on the compatibility of USB 3.0/3.1 Gen 1 with USB 2.0.
USB Type-C
Description of the USB Type-C connector and its capabilities.
Alternate Mode
Explanation of USB Type-C's alternate modes for various output types.
USB Power Delivery
Details on USB Power Delivery specification for charging devices.
USB Type-C and USB 3.1
Clarification between USB Type-C connector and USB 3.1 standard.
Thunderbolt over Type-C
Overview of Thunderbolt technology utilizing the USB Type-C connector.
Thunderbolt 3 over Type-C
Details of Thunderbolt 3 performance and features over USB Type-C.
Key Features of Thunderbolt 3 over USB Type-C
Highlights of Thunderbolt 3 capabilities when used with USB Type-C.
Thunderbolt Icons
Explanation of iconography used for Thunderbolt connections.
Removing and installing components
Recommended tools
List of tools recommended for component removal and installation procedures.
Screw list
Table detailing screw types, quantities, and their corresponding components.
Base cover
Procedure for removing and installing the computer's base cover.
Solid-state drive
Instructions for removing and installing the solid-state drive (SSD).
I/O-board interposers
Guidance on removing and installing I/O board interposers.
Heat sink
Procedures for removing and installing the heat sink assembly.
System fans
Instructions for removing and installing the system fans.
Battery
Procedures for removing and installing the computer's battery.
IO board
Instructions for removing and installing the I/O board.
Speakers
Procedures for removing and installing the computer speakers.
Coin-cell battery
Instructions for removing and installing the coin-cell battery.
Power button with fingerprint reader
Steps for removing and installing the power button with fingerprint reader assembly.
Display assembly
Detailed instructions for removing and installing the computer's display assembly.
System board
Procedures for removing and installing the main system board.
Palm-rest and keyboard assembly
Instructions for removing and installing the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
Troubleshooting
Enhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment — ePSA diagnostics.
Overview of the ePSA diagnostics for system hardware checks.
Running the ePSA Diagnostics
Step-by-step guide to initiating and running ePSA diagnostics.
System diagnostic lights
Explanation of system diagnostic lights and their meanings.
Diagnostic error messages
List and description of diagnostic error messages and their causes.
System error messages
List and description of system error messages and potential solutions.
Real Time Clock reset
Procedure for resetting the Real Time Clock (RTC) to default BIOS settings.
Flashing the BIOS
General steps and requirements for updating the system BIOS.
Flashing the BIOS from the F12 One-Time boot menu
Guide to updating BIOS using the F12 One-Time boot menu.
Flashing BIOS (USB key)
Instructions for updating the BIOS using a bootable USB key.
Wi-Fi power cycle
Procedure to troubleshoot Wi-Fi connectivity issues by power cycling the system.
Flea power release
Steps to release residual static electricity (flea power) from the computer.
Getting help
Contacting Dell
Information on how to contact Dell support for assistance and services.
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