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Recommended Tools..........2 Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer .
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A prerequisite for using this manual to service Dell computer systems is a basic knowledge of PCs and prior training in PC troubleshooting techniques. In addition to information provided in this manual, Dell provides the User’s Guide for troubleshooting procedures and instructions on using the Dell Diagnostics to test the computer system.
This manual provides instructions for removing and replacing field-replaceable components, assemblies, and subassemblies in your Dell Latitude portable computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in this manual assumes the following conditions: The computer and any attached peripherals are turned off, and the peripherals are disconnected from the I/O panel on the back of the computer.
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Also disconnect any telephone or telecommunications lines from the computer. 5. Remove the power cable. 6. Disconnect all other external cables from the computer. Remove any installed PC Cards. Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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A graphic for that length screw is also included in the illustration. Examples are shown in Figure 3. Match the actual screw to the graphic in the illustration to check for correct length. M2.5x20 M2.5x10 M3.0x5 M2.5x4 M2.0x3 support.dell.com Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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M3 x 5 (4 each) Microprocessor TCA and Shield: System Board: 3 captive and Exhaust Fan: M2.5 x 4 (2 each) M2.5 x 4 (2 each) 2 removable screws M2 x 3 (2 each) Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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2. Orient the end of the interface cable with the ZIF connector, and insert the end of the cable into the connector. 3. While holding the cable in place, close the ZIF connector. To ensure a firm connection, make sure the ZIF connector is completely closed. support.dell.com Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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Hard-disk drive HD, xxxxx, I, F2, yyMM, zzz Hard-disk drive interface PWA, INTERCONN, HD, CRNA board * Substitute the drive capacity for xxxxx, the drive height for yy, and the manufacturer for zzz. support.dell.com Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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192-MB CRNA, FACT Customer kit, memory 256MB, DIMM, SDRAM, LAT module, 256-MB CRNA, FACT * Substitute the drive capacity for xxxxx, the drive height for yy, and the manufacturer for zzz. support.dell.com Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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ASSY , SHLD, EMI, PRC, MET Service Kit, latch, slider, LTCH, BTN, Module Button Foot, Rubber, Black Foot, Rbr, Blk (4 each) Foot, Rubber, Strike Foot, Rbr, Strike Zone, Blk Zone, Black support.dell.com Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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!" # " display assembly keyboard palmrest assembly hard-disk drive system board main battery bottom case assembly modular bay device The following subsections provide instructions for removing and replacing field-replaceable parts and assemblies. Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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(see Figure 6). The drive is on the left side of the computer. 2. Slide the drive door up and pull the drive out of the computer. latch lock support.dell.com Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver under the indentation in the bottom case assembly and lift the cover. DIMM A inner tabs (2 per socket) DIMM B memory module sockets (2) 1. Remove the memory module cover. Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
To remove the keyboard assembly, perform the following steps. 1. Close the display assembly, and turn the computer upside down on a flat work surface. support.dell.com Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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3. Turn the computer right-side up and open the display. 4. Release the keyboard from the palmrest assembly by inserting a small flat-blade screwdriver under the edge of the blank key (see Figure 10), and lift the right edge of the keyboard. Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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5. Lift the keyboard out of the palmrest. 6. Rotate the keyboard over its left edge. Rest the key face of the keyboard on the left side of the computer (see Figure 11). support.dell.com Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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3. Connect the keyboard cable to the connector on the system board. 4. Carefully turn the keyboard over and fit the keyboard into place. Ensure that the track stick and keyboard cables are not twisted as you lower the keyboard into the palmrest. Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
Start by installing the outermost screws on the left and right sides of the computer and then work inward to the center. captive screws (3) 3-mm screws (2) microprocessor shield M2.0x3 white marks on the microprocessor board (2) thermal cooling assembly arm microprocessor module support.dell.com Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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Replace the two 3-mm screws that secure the thermal cooling assembly arm and shield to the microprocessor module. Tighten the three captive screws on the corners of the shield to secure the microprocessor module and shield. Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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3. Remove the three 4-mm screws, labeled with a “circle D,” from the back of the computer (see Figure 13). 4. Open the display. 5. Disconnect the LCD flex cable from the connector on the system board by pulling the connector straight up. support.dell.com Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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(see Figure 13). rubber screw covers (4) display assembly bezel 4-mm screws (6) plastic screw covers (2) LCD panel latch hinge cover LCD flex cable M2.0x3 M2.5x4 display-assembly top cover 3-mm screws (6) Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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Lift the LCD panel out of the top cover. NOTES: Remove and replace the LCD panel as a complete assembly. Use a magnetic screwdriver to reassemble the LCD panel in the display. Secure the right side first. support.dell.com Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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4. Pry the hinge-cover assembly apart from the display assembly, allowing just enough space for the flex cable to pass through the opening. Slide the cable through the opening. Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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1. Remove the main battery. 2. Remove the keyboard. 3. Remove the display assembly. 4. Remove the display assembly bezel. 5. Remove the four 5-mm screws securing the LCD panel to the top cover. support.dell.com Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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5. Reinstall the 4-mm screw that secures the metal cable clip to the left hinge of the display-assembly top cover. 6. Find the manufacturer’s name on the back of the LCD panel that is to be installed. The manufacturer is either Torisan or Sharp. Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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If you are installing a Sharp LCD panel, both jumpers are used. If you are installing a Torisan LCD panel, the bottom jumper is used. See the sticker on the inverter shield for more information. support.dell.com Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
5. Carefully connect the LCD flex cable to the connector on the left edge of the LCD panel. The flex cable must be curled back to connect to the LCD panel (see Figure 16). Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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3. Remove the display assembly latch by unsnapping the latch and captive spring from the inside of the display assembly top-cover assembly (see Figure 14). The palmrest assembly consists of the touch pad and the palmrest. support.dell.com Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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6. Remove the five 20-mm screws that secure the palmrest to the computer. These screws, labeled with a “circle P ,” are located underneath the front edge of the computer (see Figure 18). Turn the computer right-side up on the work surface. Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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9. Carefully remove the palmrest assembly from the bottom case assembly (see Figure 19). 1. Remove the main battery. 2. Remove the device from the modular bay. 3. Remove the keyboard assembly. 4. Remove the display assembly. 5. Remove the palmrest assembly. support.dell.com Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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Then position the reserve battery on the palmrest bracket to minimize slack in the cable. sliders (2) module latches (2) springs (2) location of snap tabs (2) bottom case assembly module latch button (2) Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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The system board’s basic input/output system (BIOS) chip contains the system service tag number, which is also visible on a bar-code label on the bottom of the computer. The replacement kit for the system board assembly includes a support.dell.com Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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TCA and to the right of the microprocessor module. NOTE: Locate these screws by looking for the white circles on the system board that outline the captive washers. Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
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Follow the instructions on the display screen. After replacing the system board assembly, be sure to enter the system’s service tag number into the BIOS of the replacement system board assembly. support.dell.com Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...
8. Disconnect the exhaust-fan power cable from the connector on the system board. 9. Remove the two 4-mm screws securing the thermal cooling assembly and exhaust fan, and then remove the thermal cooling assembly and exhaust fan (see Figure 20). Dell Latitude CPt V-Series/CPx H-Series Service Manual...