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Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual
Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual
Before You Begin
System Components
Hard Drive
Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem
Keyboard
Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers
Palm Rest
Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly
Microprocessor Module
Hybrid Cooling Fan
Reserve Battery
Flashing the BIOS
Speaker Assemblies
System Board
Battery and Module Bay Latches
Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
NOTE:
A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
NOTICE:
A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the
problem.
CAUTION:
A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© 2002 Dell Computer Corporation. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Computer Corporation is strictly forbidden.
Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Latitude are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation; Intel is a registered trademark of
Intel Corporation; Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products.
Dell Computer Corporation disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.
January 2002 Rev. A01
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  • Page 1 Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Computer Corporation is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Latitude are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation; Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation; Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

  • Page 2: Before You Begin

    NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before you begin working inside the computer.

  • Page 3: Screw Identification

    Before You Begin: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual The procedures in this manual require the following tools: #1 magnetized Phillips screwdriver ¼-inch flat-blade screwdriver Small plastic scribe Microprocessor extractor Flash BIOS update program floppy disk or CD Computer Orientation 1 back...
  • Page 4 Before You Begin: Dell Latitude C610/C510 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.
  • Page 5 Before You Begin: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual System Board to Bottom Case: Modem to System Board: (10 each) (2 each) Display Latch: Memory Module Cover: (2 each) (2 each) (2 captive screws) (1 each) NOTE: The single screw is one of the five keyboard screws.

  • Page 6: System Components

    NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. NOTICE: Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in this manual assumes that a part can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse order.
  • Page 7 System Components: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 9 fan guard Back to Contents Page file:///C|/Work%20Area%20-%20A/E%20DOC%20Posting/latc610/service%20manual/system.htm[2/1/2013 11:00:43 AM]...

  • Page 8: Removing The Hard Drive

    Hard Drive: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive Removing the Hard Drive 1. Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer.

  • Page 9: Replacing The Hard Drive

    Hard Drive: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 4. Lift up the hard drive door until you hear a click. 5. Slide the hard drive out of the computer. Replacing the Hard Drive NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to slide the hard drive into place. If you force the hard drive into place using excessive force, you may damage the connector.

  • Page 10: Removing The Memory Module Cover

    Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Memory Modules Mini PCI Card Modem Memory Modules Removing the Memory Module Cover...

  • Page 11: Removing The Memory Modules

    Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Removing the Memory Modules NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.

  • Page 12: Removing The Mini Pci Card

    Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1. If you only have one memory module, install it in the connector labeled "JDIM1" on the system board. Install a second memory module in the connector labeled "JDIM2."...

  • Page 13: Replacing The Mini Pci Card

    Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 antenna connectors on card (2) 2 antenna cables (2) 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.

  • Page 14: Replacing The Modem

    Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual NOTICE: Do not pull on the modem cable. Pull from the modem connector to disconnect the cable. 3. Pull straight up on the attached pull tab to lift the modem out of its connector on the system board and disconnect the modem cable.
  • Page 15 Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual file:///C|/Work%20Area%20-%20A/E%20DOC%20Posting/latc610/service%20manual/upgrades.htm[2/1/2013 11:00:44 AM]...

  • Page 16: Removing The Keyboard

    Keyboard: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Keyboard Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Removing the Keyboard Replacing the Keyboard Removing the Keyboard NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.

  • Page 17: Keyboard Removal

    Keyboard: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual b. Lift the center control cover up and away from the bottom case. Center Control Cover Removal 5. To release the keyboard from the palm rest, use a small, flat-blade screwdriver or plastic scribe to pull up on the scalloped edge of the blank key on the keyboard.

  • Page 18: Replacing The Keyboard

    Keyboard: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 7. Rotate the keyboard forward toward the front of the computer. 8. Rest the key face of the keyboard on the palm rest. NOTICE: Do not pull on the keyboard flex and track stick cables.
  • Page 19 Keyboard: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual snap the right side of the keyboard into place. NOTICE: Position the keyboard flex and track stick cables so that they are not pinched when you replace the keyboard in the bottom case. 4. Check that the keyboard is correctly installed. The keys should be flush with the left and right surfaces of the palm rest.

  • Page 20: Display Assembly

    Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Display Assembly Display Latch Hinge Covers Display Assembly NOTICE: You must remove the display assembly before you remove the palm rest.
  • Page 21 Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 M2 x 3-mm screws (4) 2 top cover 3 center control cover 4 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (5) 5 bottom case 6 EMI shield bracket 1. Remove the hard drive.
  • Page 22 Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 M2 x 3-mm screws (2) 9. Pull up on the pull tab that is attached to the display-feed flex cable connector to remove it from the interface connector on the system board.

  • Page 23: Removing The 14.1-Inch Display Panel

    Carefully separate the bezel from the top cover to avoid damage to the bezel. 5. Starting at the bottom of the display panel (by the Dell™ logo), use your fingers to separate the bezel from the top cover by lifting up the inside of the bezel while pushing in on the outside.

  • Page 24: Replacing The 14.1-Inch Display Panel

    Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 display panel connector 2 top flex cable connector 3 pull tab 4 bottom flex cable connector 5 inverter connector 9. Remove the tape that secures the display panel connector and the tape that secures the middle of the display-feed flex cable to the display panel.

  • Page 25: Removing The Display Latch

    Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Display Latch NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.

  • Page 26: Removing The Hinge Covers

    Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual On 14.1-inch SXGA+ panels, align the screw holes and place the display latch and attached bracket in the top cover. 2. Replace the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws and the two M1.7 x 3.5-mm screws that secure the display latch and bracket to the top cover.
  • Page 27 Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 right hinge cover 2 left hinge cover Back to Contents Page file:///C|/Work%20Area%20-%20A/E%20DOC%20Posting/latc610/service%20manual/display.htm[2/1/2013 11:00:46 AM]...

  • Page 28: Removing The Palm Rest

    Palm Rest: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Palm Rest Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Removing the Palm Rest Removing the Palm Rest NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.
  • Page 29 Palm Rest: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 M2.5 x 12-mm screws (3) 2 M2 x 3-mm screws (2) 3 hard-drive bay door 5. Remove the two M2 x 3-mm screws that are located in the hard-drive bay door labeled "circle P."...
  • Page 30 Palm Rest: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 8. Starting at the back center of the palm rest, use your fingers to separate the palm rest from the bottom case by lifting up the inside of the palm rest while pushing in on the outside.

  • Page 31: Removing The Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly

    Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Removing the Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly Replacing the Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly Removing the Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly...

  • Page 32: Replacing The Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly

    Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 3 right side 4. Lift the microprocessor thermal cooling assembly up and out of the system board. Replacing the Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly 1. Place the right side of the microprocessor thermal cooling assembly under the palm rest and lower the assembly onto the system board.

  • Page 33: Removing The Microprocessor Module

    Microprocessor Module: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Microprocessor Module Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Removing the Microprocessor Module Replacing the Microprocessor Module Removing the Microprocessor Module NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.

  • Page 34: Replacing The Microprocessor Module

    Microprocessor Module: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual NOTICE: To ensure maximum cooling for the microprocessor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the microprocessor thermal cooling assembly. The oils in your skin reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal pads.

  • Page 35: Removing The Hybrid Cooling Fan

    Hybrid Cooling Fan: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Hybrid Cooling Fan Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Removing the Hybrid Cooling Fan Removing the Hybrid Cooling Fan NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.
  • Page 36 Hybrid Cooling Fan: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 system-board interface connector 5 M2 x 3-mm screw (1) 2 fan power cable 6 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (2) 3 spring fingers 7 hybrid cooling fan 4 keyboard screw hole 7. Disconnect the fan power cable from the system-board interface connector and remove the hybrid cooling fan.

  • Page 37: Removing The Reserve Battery

    Reserve Battery: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Reserve Battery Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Removing the Reserve Battery Replacing the Reserve Battery Removing the Reserve Battery NOTICE: The reserve battery provides power to the computer's RTC and NVRAM when the computer is turned off.

  • Page 38: Replacing The Reserve Battery

    Reserve Battery: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 3 system board connector 4 reserve battery cable Replacing the Reserve Battery 1. Connect the reserve battery cable to the system board connector. 2. Position the reserve battery above the speaker connector on the system board.

  • Page 39: Flashing The Bios

    Flashing the BIOS: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Flashing the BIOS Flashing the BIOS To update the basic input/output system (BIOS): 1. Make sure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the main battery is installed properly.

  • Page 40: Removing The Speaker Assemblies

    Speaker Assemblies: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Speaker Assemblies Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Removing the Speaker Assemblies Replacing the Speaker Assemblies Removing the Speaker Assemblies NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.
  • Page 41 Speaker Assemblies: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 right speaker 2 palm-rest screw post 3 bottom case holders (2) 4 left speaker Speaker Assemblies file:///C|/Work%20Area%20-%20A/E%20DOC%20Posting/latc610/service%20manual/speakers.htm[2/1/2013 11:00:51 AM]...
  • Page 42 Speaker Assemblies: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 antenna cable 6 antenna cable 2 in-line connector 7 right speaker holder 3 left speaker 8 mounting ring 4 mounting ring 9 right speaker 5 left speaker holder 1. Remove the hard drive.
  • Page 43 Speaker Assemblies: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual NOTICE: Do not pull the antenna wire when removing the speaker (see "Speaker Orientation"). NOTICE: Handle the speaker assemblies and speakers with care to avoid damaging the speaker cones. 6. Remove the speaker assemblies by pulling them straight up and out of the bottom case.

  • Page 44: Removing The System Board

    System Board: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing the System Board Removing the System Board The system board's BIOS chip contains the service tag sequence, which is also visible on a barcode label on the bottom of the computer.

  • Page 45: System Board Removal

    System Board: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 fan guard 2 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (9) 10. Turn the computer over and remove the M2.5 x 5-mm screw, which is labeled "circle B" with an arrow on the front center of the system board by the battery connector (see "System Board...

  • Page 46: Replacing The System Board

    System Board: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 11. Remove the speakers from the bottom case. 12. Pull the right side of the bottom case, next to the external headphone and microphone connectors, away from the system board as you simultaneously lift the front of the system board out and away from the bottom case.
  • Page 47 Battery and Module Bay Latches: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Battery and Module Bay Latches Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual Removing the Battery and Module Bay Latches Replacing the Battery and Module Bay Latches Removing the Battery and Module Bay Latches...
  • Page 48 Battery and Module Bay Latches: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 bumps (2 per latch) 5 latch buttons (2) 2 slider 6 snap tabs (2 per latch button) 3 spring 7 wear rib 4 bottom case Replacing the Battery and Module Bay Latches 1.

  • Page 49: Pin Assignments For I/O Connectors

    Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors Dell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service Manual USB Connector Pin Signal -Data +Data Ground Serial Connector Pin Signal Pin Signal RXDA TXDA file:///C|/Work%20Area%20-%20A/E%20DOC%20Posting/latc610/service%20manual/pinouts.htm[2/1/2013 11:00:53 AM]...

  • Page 50: Parallel Connector

    Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Parallel Connector Pin Signal Signal STRB#/5V BUSY/MTR# PD0/INDEX# PE/WDATA# PD1/TRK0# SLCT/WGATE# PD2/WP# AFDF# PD3/RDATA# ERROR#HDSEL# PD4/DSKCHG# 16 INIT#/DIR# PD5F SLCT_IN#STEP# PD6F 18-23 GND PD7F DFDD/LPT# ACK#/DRV# Video Connector Pin Signal Pin Signal...

  • Page 51: S-Video Tv-Out Connector

    Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual VSYNC CLK_DDC2 PS/2 Connector Pin Signal DAT_KBD DAT_SM1 PS2VCC CLK_KBD CLK_SM1 S-Video TV-Out Connector S-Video Pin Signal DLUMA-L file:///C|/Work%20Area%20-%20A/E%20DOC%20Posting/latc610/service%20manual/pinouts.htm[2/1/2013 11:00:53 AM]...

  • Page 52: Docking Connector

    Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual DCRMA-L Composite Video Signal DCMPS-L Docking Connector Pin Signal Pin Signal STRB#/5V 101 VGA_GRN 102 GND 103 VGA_RED 104 GND 105 VGA_BLU 106 DOCK_SD/MODE 107 D_IRTX 108 D_IRRX 109 GND...
  • Page 53 Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 121 GND 122 SDEVSEL# 123 STRDY# D_ATCTLED 124 SIRDY# D_PWRLED 125 SFRAME# DOCK_PWR_SRC 126 SCLKRUN# DOCK_PWR_SRC 127 GND DOCK_PWR_SRC 128 SGNTA# 129 SREQA# +5VDOCK 130 SGNT0# +5VDOCK 131 SREQ0# +5VDOCK...
  • Page 54 Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual RUN_ON# 161 GND 162 SAD7 163 SAD8 DOCK_SCLK 164 SC/BE0# DOCK_LRCK 165 SAD9 DOCK_MCLK 166 SAD10 167 SAD11 +12V 168 SAD12 AFD# 169 GND ERROR# 170 SAD13 ACK# 171 SAD14...
  • Page 55 Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page file:///C|/Work%20Area%20-%20A/E%20DOC%20Posting/latc610/service%20manual/pinouts.htm[2/1/2013 11:00:53 AM]...

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