Dell D620/D820 - LATITUDE PRECISION M65 Service Manual
Dell D620/D820 - LATITUDE PRECISION M65 Service Manual

Dell D620/D820 - LATITUDE PRECISION M65 Service Manual

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Dell™ Latitude™ D620  Service Manual
Before You Begin  
System Components  
Media Bay Devices  
Hard Drive  
Hinge Cover  
Keyboard  
Memory  
Display Assembly  
Internal Card with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology  
Communications Cards  
Coin-Cell Battery  
 
 
Model PP18L
 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.
© 2006 Dell Inc. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden.
Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Latitude are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; Bluetooth is a
registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell under license;
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 Inc. disclaims any
proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.
November 2006 Rev. A01
Palm Rest  
Modem  
Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly  
Processor Module  
Speaker  
Microphone  
PC Card Reader  
System Board  
Fan  
Base  
Flashing the BIOS  

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  • Page 1 Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell under license; 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 Inc. disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.
  • Page 2 Back to Contents Page   Base Dell™ Latitude™ D620  Service Manual   CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.   CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components.
  • Page 3  ...
  • Page 4: Before You Begin

    Hold a component such as a processor by its edges, not by its pins. 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.
  • Page 5: Computer Orientation

    NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it from the network device.   3. Disconnect any telephone, network, and USB cables from the computer.   4. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets.  ...
  • Page 6 Optical Drive: Fan Module: Display Assembly to Computer Base: (1 each) (4 each) (4 each)     NOTE: This screw is optional and might not be installed on the computer. Modem to Display Bezel: Display Panel: System Board: (6 each) (8 each) (2 each)  ...
  • Page 7: Flashing The Bios From A Cd

    1. Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in, the main battery is properly installed, and a network cable is attached.   2. Turn on the computer.   3. Locate the latest BIOS update file for your computer at support.dell.com.   4. Click Download Now to download the file.  ...
  • Page 8: Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology

    Back to Contents Page   Internal Card with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ Latitude™ D620  Service Manual   CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching a connector on the back panel of the computer.
  • Page 9: Coin-Cell Battery

    Back to Contents Page   Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ Latitude™ D620  Service Manual   CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching a connector on the back panel of the computer.
  • Page 10: Removing The Processor Module

    Back to Contents Page   Processor Module Dell™ Latitude™ D620  Service Manual   Removing the Processor Module   Installing the Processor Module  Removing the Processor Module   CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.   CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components.
  • Page 11: Installing The Processor Module

     Installing the Processor Module NOTICE: Ensure that the cam lock is in the fully open position before seating the processor module. Seating the processor module properly in the ZIF socket does not require force. NOTICE: A processor module that is not properly seated can result in an intermittent connection or permanent damage to the processor and ZIF socket.
  • Page 12: Removing The Display Assembly

    Back to Contents Page   Display Assembly Dell™ Latitude™ D620  Service Manual   Removing the Display Assembly   Removing the Display Bezel   Removing the Display Panel   Installing the Display Panel   Removing the Display Hinges  Removing the Display Assembly   CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
  • Page 13: Removing The Display Bezel

    antenna cables display cable       12. Lift the display assembly out of the computer base.  Removing the Display Bezel   CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.   CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components.
  • Page 14: Removing The Display Panel

    1 screw covers/display bumpers (6) 2 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (6) display bezel 4 top cover          Removing the Display Panel   CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.  ...
  • Page 15: Installing The Display Panel

     Installing the Display Panel   1. Replace the eight M2 x 3-mm screws that secure the display panel to the top cover.   2. Route the display-feed flex cable and antenna cables so that they rest in the notch located in the bottom edge of the top cover.  ...
  • Page 16 Back to Contents Page   Fan Dell™ Latitude™ D620  Service Manual   CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.   CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components.
  • Page 17 Back to Contents Page  ...
  • Page 18: Hard Drive

    Hard drives are extremely fragile; even a slight bump can damage the drive. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell. To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay:  ...
  • Page 19: Hinge Cover

    Back to Contents Page   Hinge Cover Dell™ Latitude™ D620  Service Manual   CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
  • Page 20: Removing The Keyboard

      Replacing the Keyboard  Removing the Keyboard   CAUTION: Before working inside your Dell™ computer, follow the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide.   CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface.
  • Page 21 keyboard system board connector     Back to Contents Page  ...
  • Page 22 If you remove your original memory modules from the computer during a memory upgrade, keep them separate from any new modules that you may have, even if you purchased the new modules from Dell. If possible, do not pair an original memory module with a new memory module.
  • Page 23 securing clips (2 per connector) memory module   5. Ground yourself and install the new memory module: NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly. No error message indicates this failure. a.  Align the notch in the module connector with the tab in the connector slot. b.
  • Page 24 securing clips (2 per connector) memory module NOTICE: Insert memory modules at a 45-degree angle to avoid damaging the connector.   4. Ground yourself and install the new memory module: NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly. No error message indicates this failure. a.
  • Page 25: Communications Cards

    Back to Contents Page   Communications Cards Dell™ Latitude™ D620  Service Manual   Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Card   Mobile Broadband Card   Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Card  Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Card If you ordered a WLAN card with your computer, the card is already installed.
  • Page 26: Mobile Broadband Card

    WLAN card metal securing tabs (2) NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors and realign the card. NOTE: Do not insert a Mobile Broadband card into the WLAN card slot.   5.
  • Page 27 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.   2. Remove the hinge cover (see Hinge Cover).   3. Remove the keyboard (see Keyboard). Mobile Broadband card antenna wires (2) NOTICE: To prevent damage to the connector, do not use tools to spread the securing clips.  ...
  • Page 28: Subscriber Identity Module (Sim) Card

    Mobile Broadband card antenna wires (2) NOTICE: To avoid damaging the Mobile Broadband card, never place cables on top of or under the card. NOTE: For more specific information about which cable to connect to which connector, see the documentation that came with your Mobile Broadband card.
  • Page 29 Back to Contents Page   Modem Dell™ Latitude™ D620  Service Manual   CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you begin working inside the computer (see...
  • Page 30 Back to Contents Page   Microphone Dell™ Latitude™ D620  Service Manual   CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.   CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components.
  • Page 31: Media Bay Devices

    Back to Contents Page   Media Bay Devices Dell™ Latitude™ D620  Service Manual NOTE: If the device security screw is not present, you can remove and install devices while the computer is running and connected to a docking device (docked). NOTICE: To prevent damage to devices, store them in a safe, dry place when they are not installed in the computer. Avoid pressing down on them or placing heavy objects on top of them.
  • Page 32 Back to Contents Page   Palm Rest Dell™ Latitude™ D620  Service Manual   CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.   CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components.
  • Page 33 NOTICE: Carefully separate the palm rest from the base plastics to avoid damage to the palm rest.   13. Remove the palm rest. a.  Starting at the back center of the palm rest, use your fingers to separate the palm rest from the base plastics by lifting the inside edge of the palm rest.
  • Page 34: Pc Card Reader

    Back to Contents Page   PC Card Reader Dell™ Latitude™ D620  Service Manual   CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.   CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components.
  • Page 35 Back to Contents Page   Speaker Dell™ Latitude™ D620  Service Manual   CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.   CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components.
  • Page 36: Removing The System Board

    Back to Contents Page   System Board Dell™ Latitude™ D620  Service Manual   Removing the System Board   Installing the System Board  Removing the System Board   CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.   CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components.
  • Page 37: Installing The System Board

        M2.5 x 5-mm screws (5)       19. Remove the four 5-mm hex screws on the back of the computer.   20. Lift the system board out and away from the base plastics.  Installing the System Board  ...
  • Page 38   2. Insert the battery into the battery bay. See Before Working Inside Your Computer.   3. Connect the AC adapter to the computer and to an electrical outlet. NOTICE: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer.
  • Page 39: System Components

    Dell™ Latitude™ D620  Service Manual   CAUTION: 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 document assumes that a part can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse order.
  • Page 40 processor thermal-cooling assembly Mobile Broadband card WLAN card display-feed flex cable antenna cables display hinge Back to Contents Page  ...
  • Page 41: Removing The Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly

    Back to Contents Page   Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Dell™ Latitude™ D620  Service Manual   Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly   Replacing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly  Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly   CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
  • Page 42   1. Remove the processor thermal-cooling assembly (see Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly). NOTE: The original pad can be reused if the original processor and heat sink are reinstalled together. If either the processor or heat sink is replaced, use the thermal pad provided in the kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved.  ...
  • Page 43 Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell under license; 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 Inc. disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.

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