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Dell Pro Max Slim

FCS1250

Owner's Manual

Regulatory Model: D18S

Regulatory Type: D18S001

March 2025

Rev. A00

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Page 1 Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250 Owner's Manual Regulatory Model: D18S Regulatory Type: D18S001 March 2025 Rev. A00...
Page 2 A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. © 2025 Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. All rights reserved. Dell Technologies, Dell, and other trademarks are trademarks of Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. Other trademarks may be trademarks of their respective owners.
Page 3 Contents Chapter 1: Views of Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250................7 Front....................................... 7 Back......................................8 Chapter 2: Set up your computer....................11 Chapter 3: Specifications of Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250.............. 16 Dimensions and weight..............................16 Processor..................................... 16 Chipset....................................18 Operating system................................19 Memory....................................
Page 4 Screw list.....................................33 Major components of Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250....................34 Chapter 5: Side cover........................36 Removing the side cover..............................36 Installing the side cover..............................37 Chapter 6: Coin-cell battery......................40 Removing the coin-cell battery............................40 Installing the coin-cell battery............................40 Chapter 7: Removing and installing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs)........42 Front cover ..................................
Page 5 Removing the power button............................71 Installing the power button............................72 Fan......................................74 Removing the chassis fan............................74 Installing the chassis fan............................74 Chapter 8: Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)..........76 Antenna modules................................76 Removing the antenna module..........................76 Installing the antenna module........................... 77 Processor fan and heat-sink assembly.........................79 Removing the processor fan.............................79 Installing the processor fan............................80...
Page 6 Deleting or changing an existing system password or setup password............130 Clearing CMOS settings..............................131 Clearing system and setup passwords........................131 Chapter 11: Troubleshooting.......................132 Dell SupportAssist Pre-boot System Performance Check diagnostics.............. 132 Running the SupportAssist Pre-Boot System Performance Check.............. 132 Power-Supply Unit Built-in Self-Test ........................132 System-diagnostic lights..............................132 Recovering the operating system..........................133...
Page 7 Views of Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250 Front Figure 1. Front view of Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250 1. Power button with diagnostic LED Press to turn on the computer if it is turned off, in sleep state, or in hibernate state.
Page 8 8. Slim optical-drive bay (optional) Slot to install the Slim optical drive. Back Figure 2. Back view of Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250 1. DisplayPort 1.4a HBR3 ports Connect an external display or a projector. Views of Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250...
Page 9 5120 x 3200 at 60 Hz with a Type-C to DisplayPort adapter. ● One Thunderbolt 4 port + One USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) Type-C Views of Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250...
Page 10 Connect a peripheral or device to the RS-232 serial port. 15. Service Tag label The Service Tag is a unique alphanumeric identifier that enables Dell service technicians to identify the hardware components in your computer and access warranty information. Views of Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250...
Page 11 Set up your computer Steps 1. Connect the keyboard and mouse. NOTE: For setup instructions, see the documentation that is shipped with the keyboard and mouse. Figure 3. Connecting the keyboard and mouse 2. Connect to your network using a cable, or connect to a wireless network. Set up your computer...
Page 12 Figure 4. Connecting the network cable 3. Connect the display. NOTE: For improved graphical performance, connect the display to the display ports on the discrete graphics processing unit. Set up your computer...
Page 13 Figure 5. Connecting the display 4. Connect the power cable. Figure 6. Connecting the power cable 5. Press the power button. Set up your computer...
Page 14 Dell Support Site. For Windows: Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. When setting up, Dell Technologies recommends that you: ● Connect to a network for Windows updates. NOTE: If connecting to a secured wireless network, enter the password for the wireless network access when prompted.
Page 15 Table 1. Locate Dell apps (continued) Resources Description . For more information, see SupportAssist documentation at Dell Support Site. NOTE: In SupportAssist, click the warranty expiry date to renew or upgrade your warranty. Set up your computer...
Page 16 The weight of your computer depends on the ● Maximum: 6.11 kg (13.47 lb) configuration ordered and manufacturing variability. Processor The following tables list the details of the processors that are supported in your Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250. Specifications of Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250...
Page 17 1.80 GHz frequency Maximum turbo 4.40 GHz 4.50 GHz 4.50 GHz 4.60 GHz frequency Processor cache 24 MB 24 MB 24 MB 30 MB Integrated graphics Intel Graphics Intel Graphics Intel Graphics Intel Graphics Specifications of Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250...
Page 18 36 MB 36 MB Integrated graphics Intel Graphics Intel Graphics Intel Graphics Chipset The following table lists the details of the chipset that is supported by your Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250. Table 5. Chipset Description Values Chipset Intel W880 Processor...
Page 19 Semi-Annual Channel Windows 11 version (N) and qualify (but not ship) the previous two versions (N-1, N-2). The Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250 will RTS with Windows 11 version v23H2 at the time of launch, and this version will determine the N-2 versions that are initially qualified for this platform.
Page 20 32 GB 32 GB 32 GB 32 GB External ports and slots The following table lists the external ports and slots of your Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250. Table 8. External ports and slots Description Values Network port One RJ45 ethernet port (1 Gbps) USB ports ●...
Page 21 ● One Kensington security-cable slot External Port (optional module slot) The following table lists the external ports that are supported on the optional module slot for Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250. NOTE: The ports that are listed in this table are mutually exclusive. Your Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250 can only support one of the listed options.
Page 22 ● One half-height, Gen3 PCIe x4 slot ● One half-height, Gen3 PCIe x1 slot Wireless module The following table lists the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) modules that are supported on your Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250. Table 11. Wireless module specifications ...
Page 23 ● Up to three M.2 2230 solid state drive ● Up to two M.2 2280 solid state drives The primary drives of your Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250 varies with the storage configuration. For computers: Specifications of Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250...
Page 24 ● Without a M.2 drive, the 3.5-inch hard drive is the primary drive. Media-card reader The following table provides the specification of media cards that are supported by your Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250. Table 15. Media-card reader specifications Description...
Page 25 ● Two 4-pin connectors for the processor ● One 6-pin connector for the system board GPU—Integrated The following table lists the specifications of the integrated Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) supported by your Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250. Table 18. GPU—Integrated ...
Page 26 GPU—Discrete The following table lists the specifications of the discrete graphics processing unit (GPU) supported by your Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250. Table 19. GPU—Discrete Controller Memory size Memory type NVIDIA RTX A400 4 GB GDDR6 NVIDIA RTX A1000 8 GB...
Page 27 Dell Regulatory Compliance Home page Responsible Business Alliance policy Operating and storage environment This table lists the operating and storage specifications of your Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250. Airborne contaminant level: G1 as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985 Specifications of Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250...
Page 28 * Measured using a random vibration spectrum that simulates the user environment. † 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 Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250...
Page 29 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 are shipped with the product or at Dell Regulatory Compliance Home Page.
Page 30 Standby power Dell products with standby power must be unplugged before you open the back cover. Systems that are equipped with standby power are powered while turned off. The internal power enables the computer to be remotely turned on (Wake-on-LAN) and suspended into a sleep mode and has other advanced power management features.
Page 31 NOTE: It is recommended to always use the traditional wired ESD grounding wrist strap and protective anti-static mat when servicing Dell products. In addition, it is critical to keep sensitive parts separate from all insulator parts while servicing the computer.
Page 32 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. Lifting equipment Adhere to the following guidelines when lifting heavy equipment: CAUTION: Do not lift greater than 50 pounds.
Page 33 Screw list NOTE: When removing screws from a component, it is recommended to note the screw type and the quantity of screws, and then place them in a screw storage box. This is to ensure that the correct number of screws and correct screw type is restored when the component is replaced.
Page 34 Major components of Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250 The following image shows the major components of Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250. Figure 8. Major Components of Dell Pro Max Slim FCS1250 Working inside your computer...
Page 35 NOTE: Dell Technologies provides a list of components and their part numbers for the original computer configuration purchased. These parts are available according to warranty coverages purchased by the customer. Contact your Dell sales representative for purchase options. Working inside your computer...
Page 36 Side cover Removing the side cover Prerequisites 1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer. About this task The following images indicate the location of the side cover and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure. Figure 9. Removing the side cover Side cover...
Page 37 Figure 10. Removing the side cover Steps 1. Place the computer on its side with the side cover facing up. 2. Loosen the two captive screws (6-32#) that secure the side cover to the chassis. 3. Slide the side cover towards the back of the computer. 4.
Page 38 Figure 11. Installing the side cover Figure 12. Installing the side cover Steps 1. Align the tabs on the side cover with the slots on the chassis. 2. Slide the side cover towards the front of the computer. 3. Tighten the two captive screws (6-32#) that secure the side cover to the chassis. Side cover...
Page 39 Next steps 1. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer. Side cover...
Page 40 Coin-cell battery Removing the coin-cell battery Prerequisites 1. Follow the procedure in before working inside your computer. 2. Remove the side cover. About this task The following image indicates the location of the coin-cell battery cover and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.
Page 41 About this task The following image indicates the location of the coin-cell battery cover and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure. Figure 14. Installing the coin-cell battery Steps 1. Insert the coin-cell battery with the "+" sign facing up and slide it under the securing tabs at the positive side of the connector.
Page 42 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. Front cover Removing the front cover Prerequisites...
Page 43 Figure 15. Removing the front cover Steps 1. Pry the retention tabs to release the front cover from the computer. 2. Slightly pull the front cover and gently rotate it to release the other tabs on the cover from the slots in the computer chassis.
Page 44 Figure 16. Installing the front cover Steps 1. Position the front cover to align the tabs on the cover with the slots on the chassis. 2. Press the cover until the tabs clicks into place. Next steps 1. Install the side cover.
Page 45 3. Remove the front cover. About this task NOTE: The optical drive is located within the disk bay. The following images indicate the location of the optical drive and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure. Figure 17. Removing the optical drive Removing and installing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs)
Page 46 Figure 18. Removing the optical drive Steps 1. Disconnect the data cable and the power cable from the optical drive. 2. Press down on the securing tab to release the optical drive from the drive bay. 3. Pull to slide the optical drive out of the drive bay. 4.
Page 47 Figure 19. Installing the optical drive Removing and installing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs)
Page 48 Figure 20. Installing the optical drive Steps 1. Align the tabs on the bezel with the slots on the optical drive. 2. Press the bezel against the optical drive until the bezel clicks into place. 3. Insert the alignment post on the securing tab into the hole on the optical drive. 4.
Page 49 About this task The following images indicate the location of the drive bay and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure. Figure 21. Removing the drive bay Figure 22. Removing the drive bay Removing and installing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs)
Page 50 Steps 1. Disconnect the data cable and the power cable from the optical drive. 2. Remove the data cable and the power cable from the routing guide on the drive bay. 3. Disconnect the data cable and the power cable from the hard drive. 4.
Page 51 Figure 24. Installing the drive bay Steps 1. Holding the drive bay firmly with both hands, slide and secure one side of the drive bay to the chassis. 2. Press down the other end of the drive bay securing the tabs on the drive bay with the slots on the chassis. 3.
Page 52 Figure 25. Removing the internal speaker Steps 1. Disconnect the internal-speaker cable from its connector (INT SPKR) on the system board. 2. Remove the speaker cable from the routing guides on the chassis. 3. While pressing the tab, slide and remove the internal speaker along with the cable from the slot on the chassis. Installing the internal speaker Prerequisites If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
Page 53 Figure 26. Installing the internal speaker Steps 1. Place and slide the internal speaker into the bracket on the chassis. 2. Route the speaker cable through the routing guide on the chassis. 3. Press the tab on the speaker and slide the speaker into the slot on the chassis until it snaps into place. 4.
Page 54 Figure 27. Removing a memory module Steps 1. Pull the securing clips from both sides of the memory module until the memory module pops up. 2. Slide and remove the memory module from the memory-module slot. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges. Do not touch the components or metallic contacts on the memory module as electrostatic discharge (ESD) can inflict severe damage on the components.
Page 55 Figure 28. Installing the memory module Steps 1. Ensure that the memory-module securing clips are in an open position. 2. Align the notch on the memory module with the tab on the memory-module slot (DIMM1, DIMM2, DIMM3, or DIMM4, whichever is applicable). 3.
Page 56 About this task The following images indicate the location of the hard drive and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure. Figure 29. Removing the hard drive Steps 1. Flip the drive bay over to reveal the hard drive. 2.
Page 57 Figure 30. Installing the hard drive Steps 1. Replace the four screws (6-32#) on the hard drive. 2. Align the screws on the hard drive with the grooves on the drive-bay. 3. In an angle, align and slide the hard drive into the drive-bay. Next steps 1.
Page 58 Solid state drive Removing the M.2 2230 solid state drive from slot 0 Prerequisites 1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer. 2. Remove the side cover. 3. Remove the drive bay. About this task The following images indicate the location of the M.2 2230 solid state drive in slot 0 and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.
Page 59 Figure 32. Installing the M.2 2230 solid state drive in slot 0 Steps 1. Peel off the protection film on the thermal pad. 2. Align and adhere the thermal pad on the solid state drive slot 0 (M.2 PCIE SSD-0) on the system board. NOTE: The thermal pad is re-usable.
Page 60 Removing the M.2 2230 solid state drive from slot 1 Prerequisites 1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer. 2. Remove the side cover. 3. Remove the drive bay. About this task The following images indicate the location of the M.2 2230 solid state drive in slot 1 and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.
Page 61 Figure 34. Installing the M.2 2230 solid state drive in slot 1 Steps 1. Peel off the protection film on the thermal pad. 2. Align and adhere the thermal pad on the solid state drive slot 1 (M.2 PCIE SSD-1) on the system board. 3.
Page 62 About this task The following images indicate the location of the M.2 2280 solid state drive slot 2 and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure. Figure 35. Removing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive Steps 1. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the M.2 2280 solid state drive to the system board. 2.
Page 63 Figure 36. Installing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive Steps 1. Peel off the protection film on the thermal pad. 2. Align and adhere the thermal pad on the M.2 2280 solid state drive slot on the system board. 3. Peel off the Mylar protection on the thermal pad. 4.
Page 64 4. Remove the drive bay. About this task The following images indicate the location of the M.2 2280 solid state drive and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure. Figure 37. Removing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive Steps 1. Remove the screw (M2x3.5) that secures the M.2 2280 solid state drive to the system board. 2.
Page 65 Figure 38. Installing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive Steps 1. Peel off the protection film on the thermal pad. 2. Align and adhere the thermal pad on the M.2 2280 solid state drive slot on the system board. 3. Peel off the Mylar protection on the thermal pad. 4.
Page 66 Graphics card Removing the graphics card Prerequisites 1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer. 2. Remove the side cover. About this task The following images indicate the location of the graphics card and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure. Figure 39.
Page 67 Figure 40. Installing the graphics card Steps NOTE: Ensure that the PCIe door is in the open position and the release tab on the PCIe card connector (SLOT 2) is up. Align the graphics card with the PCIe card connector (SLOT 2) on the system board. 2.
Page 68 Figure 41. Removing the wireless card Steps 1. Remove the screw (M2x3.5) that secures the wireless-card bracket to the system board. 2. Slide and lift the wireless-card bracket off the wireless card. 3. Disconnect the antenna cables from the wireless card. 4.
Page 69 Figure 42. Installing the wireless card Steps 1. Connect the antenna cables to the wireless card. Table 26. Antenna-cable color scheme Connector on the Antenna-cable color Silkscreen marking wireless card △ (white triangle) Main White MAIN Auxiliary Black ▲ (black triangle) 2.
Page 70 Intrusion switch Removing the intrusion switch CAUTION: The information in this removal section is intended for authorized service technicians only. Prerequisites 1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer. 2. Remove the side cover. About this task The following image indicates the location of the intrusion switch and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure. Figure 43.
Page 71 About this task The following image indicates the location of the Intrusion switch and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure. Figure 44. Installing the Intrusion switch Steps 1. Slide the intrusion switch into the slot on the chassis. 2.
Page 72 Figure 45. Removing the power button Steps 1. Remove the processor power cables from the routing guide on the chassis. 2. Move the processor cables off the power-button cable. 3. Disconnect the power-button cable from its connector (PWR SW) on the system board. 4.
Page 73 Figure 46. Installing the power button Steps 1. Thread the power-button module cable through the slot on the front of the chassis. 2. Align the tabs on the side of the power button with the cutouts on the slot in the chassis. 3.
Page 74 Removing the chassis fan CAUTION: The information in this section is intended for authorized service technicians only. Prerequisites 1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer. 2. Remove the side cover. 3. Remove the front bezel. 4. Remove the 3.5-inch hard drive, if applicable.
Page 75 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 chassis fan and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure. Figure 48. Installing the chassis fan Steps 1.
Page 76 The information in this removing and installing FRUs section is intended for authorized service technicians only. CAUTION: To avoid any potential damage to the component or loss of data, Dell Technologies recommends that an authorized service technician replaces the Field Replaceable Units (FRUs). CAUTION: Your warranty does not cover damages that may occur during FRU repairs that are not authorized by Dell Technologies.
Page 77 Figure 49. Removing the antenna module Steps 1. Gently remove the antenna cable from the routing guide on the chassis interior. 2. Remove the screw (6-32#) that secures the antenna module to the chassis. 3. Remove the antenna module from the chassis. Installing the antenna module CAUTION: The information in this section is intended for authorized service technicians only.
Page 78 Figure 50. Installing the antenna module Steps 1. Insert the antenna cables through the slot in the front of the chassis. 2. In an angle slide the tabs on the antenna module into the slot on the chassis. NOTE: Pull the excess cable slack from the inside of the chassis. 3.
Page 79 Processor fan and heat-sink assembly Removing the processor fan CAUTION: The information in this section is intended for authorized service technicians only. Prerequisites 1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer. 2. Remove the side cover. 3. Remove the front bezel.
Page 80 Steps 1. Disconnect the processor-fan cable from its connector (FAN CPU) on the system board. 2. Press the release tab on the processor fan. 3. Remove the processor fan off the chassis. Installing the processor fan CAUTION: The information in this section is intended for authorized service technicians only. Prerequisites If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
Page 81 Steps 1. Place the processor fan on the heat-sink assembly. 2. Press the processor fan down till it clicks into place. 3. Connect the processor fan cable to its connector (FAN CPU) on the system board. Next steps 1. Install the drive-bay. 2.
Page 82 Figure 53. Removing the processor heat-sink assembly Steps 1. In the reverse sequential order (4, 3, 2, 1 marked on the system board), loosen the four captive screws that secure the processor fan and heat-sink assembly to the system board. 2.
Page 83 NOTE: If either the processor or the fan and heat-sink assembly is replaced, use the thermal grease that is provided in the kit for thermal conductivity. Figure 54. Installing the processor heat-sink assembly Steps 1. Place the processor heat-sink assembly on the system board and align the captive screws to the screw holes on the system board.
Page 84 Processor Removing the processor CAUTION: The information in this section is intended for authorized service technicians only. Prerequisites 1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer. 2. Remove the side cover. 3. Remove the front cover. 4. Remove the drive-bay. 5.
Page 85 Installing the processor CAUTION: The information in this section is intended for authorized service technicians only. 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 processor and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure. Figure 56.
Page 86 Power-supply unit Removing the power-supply unit CAUTION: The information in this section is intended for authorized service technicians only. Prerequisites 1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer. 2. Remove the side cover. 3. Remove the front cover. 4.
Page 87 Figure 58. Installing the power-supply unit Steps 1. Disconnect the power-supply cables from their connectors (ATX CPU1, ATX CPU2, and ATX SYS) on the system board. 2. Remove the power-supply cables from the routing guides on the chassis. 3. Remove the three screws (6-32#) that secure the power-supply unit to the chassis. 4.
Page 88 Figure 59. Installing the power-supply unit Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
Page 89 Figure 60. Installing the power-supply unit Steps 1. Place the power-supply unit on the chassis and slide it towards the back of the chassis. 2. Replace the three screws (6-32#) that secure the power-supply unit to the chassis. 3. Route the power-supply cables through their routing guides on the chassis. 4.
Page 90 External port (optional module) NOTE: For more information about the ports supported by the external port (optional module slot), see Specifications. Removing the optional VGA module Prerequisites 1. Follow the procedure in before working inside your computer. 2. Remove the side cover.
Page 91 Installing the optional VGA module Prerequisites If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation process. About this task NOTE: The optional-port modules are mutually exclusive; only a single module can be installed at a time. NOTE: Ensure to reapply thermal grease when installing the processor heat sink after an optional module installation to maintain optimal functionality.
Page 92 Figure 63. Installing the optional VGA module Steps 1. Using a screw driver, push against the optional-port cover until it comes off. NOTE: This step is only applicable if you are installing the optional-port module on a computer that did not previously have it installed.
Page 93 7. Remove the processor heat-sink assembly. About this task The following image indicates the location of the optional USB module and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure. Figure 64. Removing the optional USB module Steps 1. Remove the screw (M2x4) that secures the optional USB module cover to the optional USB module. 2.
Page 94 Figure 65. Installing the optional USB module Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
Page 95 Figure 66. Installing the optional USB module Steps 1. Using a screw driver, push against the optional-port cover until it comes off. NOTE: This step is only applicable if you are installing the optional-port module on a computer that did not previously have it installed.
Page 96 7. Remove the processor heat-sink assembly. About this task The following image indicates the location of the optional Thunderbolt module and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure. Figure 67. Removing the optional Thunderbolt module Steps 1. Remove the screw (M2x4) that secures the optional Thunderbolt module cover to the optional Thunderbolt module. 2.
Page 97 Figure 68. Installing the optional Thunderbolt module Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
Page 98 Figure 69. Installing the optional Thunderbolt module Steps 1. Using a screw driver, push against the optional-port cover until it comes off. NOTE: This step is only applicable if you are installing the optional-port module on a computer that did not previously have it installed.
Page 99 7. Remove the processor heat-sink assembly. About this task The following image indicates the location of the optional LAN module and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure. Figure 70. Removing the optional LAN module Steps 1. Remove the screw (M2x4) that secures the optional LAN module cover to the optional LAN module. 2.
Page 100 Figure 71. Installing the optional LAN module Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
Page 101 Figure 72. Installing the optional LAN module Steps 1. Using a screw driver, push against the optional-port cover until it comes off. NOTE: This step is only applicable if you are installing the optional-port module on a computer that did not previously have it installed.
Page 102 7. Remove the processor heat-sink assembly. About this task The following image indicates the location of the optional HDMI module and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure. Figure 73. Removing the optional HDMI module Steps 1. Remove the screw (M2x4) that secures the optional HDMI cover to the optional HDMI module. 2.
Page 103 Figure 74. Installing the optional HDMI module Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
Page 104 Figure 75. Installing the optional HDMI module Steps 1. Using a screw driver, push against the optional-port cover until it comes off. NOTE: This step is only applicable if you are installing the optional-port module on a computer that did not previously have it installed.
Page 105 7. Remove the processor heat-sink assembly. About this task The following image indicates the location of the optional DisplayPort module and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure. Figure 76. Removing the optional DisplayPort module Steps 1. Remove the screw (M2x4) that secures the optional DisplayPort cover to the optional DisplayPort module. 2.
Page 106 Figure 77. Installing the optional DisplayPort module Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
Page 107 Figure 78. Installing the optional DisplayPort module Steps 1. Using a screw driver, push against the optional-port cover until it comes off. NOTE: This step is only applicable if you are installing the optional-port module on a computer that did not previously have it installed.
Page 108 7. Remove the processor heat-sink assembly. About this task The following image indicates the location of the optional 5 GbE Optical module and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure. Figure 79. Removing the optional 5GbE Optical module Steps 1.
Page 109 About this task NOTE: The optional-port modules are mutually exclusive; only a single module can be installed at a time. NOTE: Ensure to reapply thermal grease when installing the processor heat sink after an optional module installation to maintain optimal functionality. The following images indicate the location of the optional 5 GbE Optical module and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.
Page 110 Figure 81. Installing the optional 5GbE Optical module Steps 1. Using a screw driver, push against the optional-port cover until it comes off. NOTE: This step is only applicable if you are installing the optional-port module on a computer that did not previously have it installed.
Page 111 5. Install the front cover. 6. Install the side cover. 7. Follow the procedure in after working inside your computer. System board Removing the system board CAUTION: The information in this removal section is intended for authorized service technicians only. Prerequisites 1.
Page 112 Figure 82. System board overview 1. Intrusion-switch connector (INTRUSION) 2. Processor-power cable connector (ATX CPU2) 3. Processor-power connector (ATX CPU1) 4. Processor socket (CPU) 5. Processor-fan and heat-sink assembly connector (FAN CPU) 6. UDIMM memory slot (DIMM4) 7. UDIMM memory slot (DIMM2) 8.
Page 113 The following images indicate the location of the system board and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure. Figure 83. Removing the system board Figure 84. Removing the system board Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
Page 114 Figure 85. Removing the system board Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
Page 115 Figure 86. Removing the system board Steps 1. Remove the screw (#6-32) that secures the front I/O bracket to the chassis. 2. Rotate and remove the front I/O-bracket from the chassis. 3. Disconnect the hard-drive data cable from its connector (SATA-0) on the system board. 4.
Page 116 Figure 87. System board overview 1. Intrusion-switch connector (INTRUSION) 2. Processor-power cable connector (ATX CPU2) 3. Processor-power connector (ATX CPU1) 4. Processor socket (CPU) 5. Processor-fan and heat-sink assembly connector (FAN CPU) 6. UDIMM memory slot (DIMM4) 7. UDIMM memory slot (DIMM2) 8.
Page 117 The following images indicate the location of the system board and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure. Figure 88. Installing the system board Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
Page 118 Figure 89. Installing the system board Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
Page 119 Figure 90. Installing the system board Figure 91. Installing the system board Steps 1. Align and lower the system board into the computer until the standoff points at the back of the system board align with those on the chassis. 2.
Page 120 9. Route and connect the hard drive cable to its connector (SATA-0) on the system board. 10. Place and align the front I/O-bracket with the I/O slot on the chassis. 11. Replace the screw (6-32#) that secures the front I/O-bracket to the chassis. Next steps 1.
Page 121 ● Windows 11 Pro National Academic ● Windows 11 Enterprise ● Ubuntu Linux 24.04 LTS 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. Software...
Page 122 BIOS Setup CAUTION: Certain changes can make your computer work incorrectly. Before you change the settings in BIOS Setup, it is recommended that you note down the original settings for future reference. NOTE: Depending on the computer and the installed devices, the options that are listed in this section may or may not be displayed.
Page 123 Depending on your computer and its installed devices, the items that are listed in this section may or may not appear. Table 28. System setup options—System information menu Overview Dell Pro Max Slim FCS12250 BIOS Version Displays the BIOS version number. Service Tag Displays the Service Tag of the computer.
Page 124 Table 28. System setup options—System information menu (continued) Overview Intel vPro Technology Displays whether the processor is Intel vPro Technology capable. Memory Information Memory Installed Displays the total computer memory installed. Memory Speed Displays the memory speed. DIMM 1 Size Displays the DIMM 1 memory size. DIMM 2 Size Displays the DIMM 2 memory size.
Page 125 Table 29. System setup options—Boot Configuration menu (continued) Boot Configuration By default, the custom mode option is not enabled. Custom Mode Key Management Select the custom values for expert key management. Table 30. System setup options—Integrated Devices menu Integrated Devices Date/Time Displays the current date in MM/DD/YYYY format and current time in HH:MM:SS AM/PM format.
Page 126 Table 31. System setup options—Storage menu (continued) Storage Device Displays the M.2 PCIe SSD-0 device information of the computer. M.2 PCIe SSD-1 Type Displays the M.2 PCIe SSD-1 type information of the computer. Device Displays the M.2 PCIe SSD-1 device information of the computer. M.2 PCIe SSD-2 Type Displays the M.2 PCIe SSD-2 type information of the computer.
Page 127 By default, the option is enabled. Dell Auto OS Recovery Threshold Controls the automatic boot flow for SupportAssist System Resolution Console and for Dell OS Recovery Tool. By default, the threshold value is set to 2. Table 35. System setup options—System Management menu ...
Page 128 Failure to provide the recovery key can result in data loss or an operating system reinstall. For more information, see the Knowledge Base Resource updating the BIOS on Dell systems with BitLocker enabled. Steps 1.
Page 129 ● USB drive formatted to the FAT32 file system (the drive does not have to be bootable) ● BIOS executable file that you downloaded from the Dell Support website and copied to the root of the USB drive ● AC power adapter must be connected to the computer ●...
Page 130 Table 39. System and setup password (continued) Password type Description Setup password Password that you must enter to access and change the BIOS settings of your computer. You can create a system password and a setup password to secure your computer. NOTE: The System and setup password feature is disabled by default.
Page 131 Clearing system and setup passwords About this task To clear the system or setup passwords, contact Dell technical support as described at Contact Support. NOTE: For information about how to reset Windows or application passwords, see the documentation accompanying Windows or your application.
Page 132 Check diagnostics About this task SupportAssist diagnostics (also known as system diagnostics) performs a complete check of your hardware. The Dell SupportAssist Pre-boot System Performance Check diagnostics is embedded within the BIOS and launched by the BIOS internally. The embedded system diagnostics provides options for particular devices or device groups allowing you to: ●...
Page 133 It enables you to diagnose hardware issues, repair your computer, back up your files, and restore your computer to its factory state. You can also download it from the Dell Support website to troubleshoot and fix your computer when it fails to boot into the primary operating system due to software or hardware failures.
Page 134 Real-Time Clock—RTC reset The Real-Time Clock (RTC) reset function allows you or the service technician to recover the recently launched model Dell Pro and Pro Max computers from No POST/No Boot/No Power situations. You can initiate the RTC reset on the computer from a power-off state only if it is connected to AC power.
Page 135 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 41. Self-help resources Self-help resources Resource location Information about Dell products and services Dell Site Tips Contact Support In Windows search, type Contact Support, and press Enter.

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