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Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual Dell™ Latitude™ V700 Service Manual Before You Begin Preparing to Work Inside the Computer Recommended Tools Screw Identification System Components Hard Drive and Fixed Optical Drive Hard Drive Fixed Optical Drive Memory Modules and Mini PCI Card...
NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage or inoperability due to servicing not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. NOTE: Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in this document assumes that a part can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse order.
Before You Begin : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual NOTICE: To avoid possible damage to the system board, wait 10 to 20 seconds before you disconnect any attached devices. 7. Disconnect all external cables and attached devices from the computer.
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Before You Begin : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual NOTICE: When reinstalling a screw, you must use a screw of the correct diameter and length. Make sure that the screw is properly aligned with its corresponding hole, and avoid over tightening.
Before You Begin : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual Display Bezel: Display Panel to Display Display Panel Mounting Bracket: 15- to Display inches Mounting Rubber screw covers (4 each) Bracket: 14.1- inches M2 x 3 mm (6 each) Plastic screw covers (2 each) M2 x 3 mm (4 M2.5 x 4 mm (6 each)
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Hard Drive and Fixed Optical Drive : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Hard Drive and Fixed Optical Drive Dell™ Latitude™ V700 Service Manual Hard Drive Fixed Optical Drive Hard Drive NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any installed battery.
Hard Drive and Fixed Optical Drive : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer. Removing the Hard Drive NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the battery before you service the computer.
Hard Drive and Fixed Optical Drive : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any installed battery. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
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Memory Modules and Mini PCI Card : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Memory Modules and Mini PCI Card Dell™ Latitude™ V700 Service Manual Memory Modules Mini PCI Card Memory Modules NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any installed battery.
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Memory Modules and Mini PCI Card : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual 1. Remove the memory module cover. 2. To release a memory module from its connector, spread apart the tabs at each side of the module until the module pops up slightly.
Memory Modules and Mini PCI Card : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual Mini PCI Card NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any installed battery. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
Memory Modules and Mini PCI Card : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual 4. Disconnect the card from the wiring harness. 5. Lift out the card and disconnect any attached cables. Replacing the Mini PCI Card 1. Align the Mini PCI card with the socket at a 45-degree angle, and press the Mini PCI card into the socket.
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Keyboard : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Keyboard Dell™ Latitude™ V700 Service Manual NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any installed battery. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
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Keyboard : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual 3. Turn the computer over and open the display. NOTICE: Be careful when handling the keyboard. The keycaps are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-consuming to replace. 4. Insert a pry stick under the blank key to pry up the keyboard.
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Keyboard : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual 5. Lift the right end of the keyboard, and slide it slightly to the right to disengage the tabs at the left end. 6. Pivot the keyboard and balance it upright on the left side of the computer.
Keyboard : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual 7. Disconnect the keyboard flex cable and lay the keyboard aside. Replacing the Keyboard NOTE: The cable connector the cable connector on the system board is outlined in white to help you orient.
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Keyboard : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual surfaces of the palm rest. 4. Reinstall the four screws in the holes labeled "K." Back to Contents Page file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA...Latitude/V700/v700_SERVICE_MANUAL/keyboard.htm (5 of 5)6/21/2004 2:51:00 AM...
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Display : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Display Dell™ Latitude™ V700 Service Manual Display and Bezel Assembly Display Bezel and Panel Display Latch Display and Bezel Assembly file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA.../Latitude/V700/v700_SERVICE_MANUAL/display.htm (1 of 11)6/21/2004 2:51:01 AM...
Display : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any installed battery. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
Display : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual 1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer." 2. Use a nonmarring tool to loosen the hinge cover at the back and at each side of the computer. 3. Open the display and lift off the hinge cover.
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Display : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual 1. Remove the hinge cover. 2. Remove the M2.5 x 6-mm screw that secures the display flex cable to the strain relief, and then use the pull loop to remove the flex cable from the system board.
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Display : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual NOTICE: When reconnecting the display flex cable, press down on both ends of the connector, not in the middle. Pressing the middle of the connector can damage fragile components. 3. Open the display and remove the two screws (marked with a "circle D") that secure the display assembly to the bottom case assembly.
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Display : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any installed battery. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
Display : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual Removing the Display Bezel 1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer." 2. Use a scribe to pry loose the four rubber screw covers located across the top of the bezel.
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Display : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual NOTICE: When reconnecting the display flex cable, press down on both ends of the connector, not in the middle. Pressing the middle of the connector can damage fragile components. 3. Remove the display bezel.
Display : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual Replacing the Display Panel NOTE: Use a magnetic screwdriver to reassemble the display panel in the display. 1. Connect the display flex cable to the two connectors (ensure that the ZIF connector is locked into place) on the back of the display panel.
Display : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual 4. Starting on the left side, use a magnetic screwdriver to reinstall the four M2 x 3-mm screws that secure the display panel in the top cover. 5. Reinstall the display bezel. Display Latch 1.
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Display : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual 3. Remove the display bezel. 4. Remove the display panel from the top cover. 5. Remove the display latch by unsnapping the latch and captive spring. NOTICE: When replacing the display latch, it may help to flex the cover slightly to allow more space while seating the latch.
Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly Dell™ Latitude™ V700 Service Manual NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any installed battery. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
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Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual 1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer." 2. Remove the keyboard. 3. Remove the hinge cover. NOTICE: To ensure maximum cooling for the microprocessor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the thermal cooling assembly.
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Microprocessor Module : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Microprocessor Module Dell™ Latitude™ V700 Service Manual NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any installed battery. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
Microprocessor Module : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual NOTICE: To ensure maximum cooling for the microprocessor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the thermal cooling assembly. The oils in your skin reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal pads.
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Microprocessor Module : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual NOTICE: Proper seating of the microprocessor module does not require force. NOTICE: A microprocessor module that is not properly seated can result in an intermittent connection and subsequent failures. 1. Align the pin-1 triangle on the microprocessor toward the pin-1 triangle in the socket, insert the microprocessor into the socket, and move it around slightly until you feel it settle into the socket.
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Video Memory Cache Card (Optional) : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Video Memory Cache Card (Optional) Dell™ Latitude™ V700 Service Manual NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any installed battery.
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Palm Rest : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Palm Rest Dell™ Latitude™ V700 Service Manual Removing the Palm Rest NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any installed battery. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
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Palm Rest : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual 4. Remove the hinge cover. 5. Remove the display. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the palm rest, you must first remove the display assembly. 6. Turn the computer over. 7. Remove the nine M2.5 x 20-mm screws (labeled with a "circle P") that secure the palm rest to the computer.
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LED Board : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual Back to Contents Page LED Board Dell™ Latitude™ V700 Service Manual NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any installed battery. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
LED Board : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual 1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer." 2. Remove the hinge cover. 3. Remove the two M2 x 4-mm screws. 4. Lift the LED board out of connector.
System Board : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Latitude™ V700 Service Manual NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any installed battery. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
System Board : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual NOTICE: After replacing the microprocessor module, update the BIOS using a flash BIOS update program floppy disk or CD that came with the replacement microprocessor. Removing the System Board 1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the...
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Battery and Media Bay Latches : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Battery and Media Bay Latches Dell™ Latitude™ V700 Service Manual NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any installed battery.
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Battery and Media Bay Latches : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer. Removing and Replacing the Battery and Media Bay Latches 1.
Fan : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Dell™ Latitude™ V700 Service Manual NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any installed battery. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
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Fan : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual NOTICE: When reconnecting the fan cables, connect the shorter cable to the connector closest to the fan. Route both cables so that they will not be pinched by the thermal cooling assembly. Back to Contents Page...
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RJ-11/RJ-45 Board : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual Back to Contents Page RJ-11/RJ-45 Board Dell™ Latitude™ V700 Service Manual NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any installed battery. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
RJ-11/RJ-45 Board : Dell Latitude V700 Service Manual To replace a connector cover, orient the cover notch-side-up and snap it into the connector cutout. Removing the RJ-11/RJ-45 Board 1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer." 2. Remove the system board.
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