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Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual
Dell™ XPS™ 730/730X Service Manual
Technical Overview
Before You Begin
Replacing the Computer Stand
Replacing the Computer Cover
Replacing the Theater Lighting Unit
Replacing Memory Module(s)
Replacing a PCI/PCI Express Card
Replacing Drives
Model DCDO
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
NOTE:
A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
CAUTION:
A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of data if instructions are not
followed.
WARNING:
A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© 2008 Dell Inc. All rights reserved.
Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden.
Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and XPS are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Microsoft and Windows, are either trademarks or registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
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 2008
Rev. A00
file:///C|/Users/santhosh_v/Desktop/7/SM_en/index.htm[9/5/2013 11:46:23 AM]
Replacing the Heat Sink Assembly
Replacing the Processor
Replacing Fans
Replacing the Master Control Board
Replacing the System Board
Replacing the Power Supply
Replacing the Battery
System Setup

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  • Page 1 Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and XPS are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Microsoft and Windows, are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

  • Page 2: Technical Overview

    Technical Overview: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Back to Contents Page Technical Overview Dell™ XPS™ 730/730X Service Manual Inside View of Your Computer System Board Components Master Control Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer.
  • Page 3 Technical Overview: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual CPU socket system board CPU fan header DIMMs 0 and 1 (DIMM 0-1) DIMMs 2 and 3 (DIMM 2-3) ATX power connector IDE connector (IDE) (ATX_PWR) SATA ports 3-6 (SATA 3-6) floppy header (FLOPPY)

  • Page 4: Master Control Board

    Technical Overview: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Dell XPS 730X CPU socket system board CPU fan header DIMMs 1, 3, and 5 ATX power connector (ATX_PWR) IDE connector (IDE) SATA port 4 (SATA 4) battery socket SATA ports 1-3 (SATA 1-3)
  • Page 5 Technical Overview: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual internal LED header power header (POWER) (INTERNAL_LED) front top LED header front bottom right LED IO header (FRONT_TOP_LED) (BOT_RT_LED) PCI cage fan header (FAN_CAGE) power button board header (CON_PWR_BTN) rear PCI LED header...

  • Page 6: Before You Begin

    Technical Specifications For information on technical specifications of your computer, see the Quick Reference Guide that shipped with your computer or see the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Recommended Tools The procedures in this document may require the following tools:...
  • Page 7 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. CAUTION: When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its pull-tab, not on the cable itself.

  • Page 8: Replacing The Computer Stand

    Replacing the Computer Stand: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Back to Contents Page Replacing the Computer Stand Dell™ XPS™ 730/730X Service Manual WARNING: Your computer is heavy and can be difficult to maneuver. Seek assistance before attempting to lift, move, or tilt the computer and always lift correctly to avoid injury; avoid bending over while lifting.
  • Page 9 Replacing the Computer Stand: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Back to Contents Page file:///C|/Users/santhosh_v/Desktop/7/SM_en/computer.htm[9/5/2013 11:46:28 AM]...

  • Page 10: Replacing The Computer Cover

    Replacing the Computer Cover: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Back to Contents Page Replacing the Computer Cover Dell™ XPS™ 730/730X Service Manual WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
  • Page 11 Replacing the Computer Cover: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual file:///C|/Users/santhosh_v/Desktop/7/SM_en/computeb.htm[9/5/2013 11:46:28 AM]...

  • Page 12: Replacing The Theater Lighting Unit

    Replacing the Theater Lighting Unit: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Back to Contents Page Replacing the Theater Lighting Unit Dell™ XPS™ 730/730X Service Manual Replacing the Batteries Replacing the Theater Lighting Card WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer.

  • Page 13: Replacing The Theater Lighting Card

    Replacing the Theater Lighting Unit: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual 4. Replace the batteries with a new pair. 5. Replace the cover of the battery unit and ensure that the screws are secure. 6. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).
  • Page 14 Replacing the Theater Lighting Unit: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual file:///C|/Users/santhosh_v/Desktop/7/SM_en/theater_.htm[9/5/2013 11:46:30 AM]...

  • Page 15: Replacing Memory Module(S)

    Replacing Memory Module(s): Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Back to Contents Page Replacing Memory Module(s) Dell™ XPS™ 730/730X Service Manual WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
  • Page 16 Replacing Memory Module(s): Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Dell™ XPS™ 730: A matched pair of modules in DIMM B matched pair of memory modules in connectors 0 and 1 DIMM connectors 2 and 3 Dell XPS 730X: 7. Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the tab in the connector.
  • Page 17 Replacing Memory Module(s): Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual 9. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 10. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on. If the message appears stating that memory size has changed, press <F1> to continue.

  • Page 18: Replacing A Pci/Pci Express Card

    Replacing a PCI/PCI Express Card: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Back to Contents Page Replacing a PCI/PCI Express Card Dell™ XPS™ 730/730X Service Manual Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card From a Multi Graphics Card Configuration Installing Graphics Cards for Multi Graphics Card...
  • Page 19 Replacing a PCI/PCI Express Card: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual graphics card bridge power connectors (2) dual-PCIe graphics cards 4. Disconnect any cables connected to the card. 5. Remove the captive screws on top of the PCI card fan shroud and remove the shroud.

  • Page 20: Installing Graphics Cards For Multi Graphics Card

    Replacing a PCI/PCI Express Card: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual 7. Press the securing tab (if present) on the system board connector as you grasp the card by its top corners, and then ease the card straight out of the connector...
  • Page 21 Replacing a PCI/PCI Express Card: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual NOTE: If you are upgrading to a multi-graphics card configuration and have a card installed in the PCIe x1 card slot, remove the card (see Replacing the PCI and PCI Express Cards).

  • Page 22: Replacing The Pci And Pci Express Cards

    Replacing a PCI/PCI Express Card: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual you may damage the system board. Gently pull the securing tab (if present) and place the card in the connector. Press down firmly and ensure that the card is fully seated in the slot.
  • Page 23 Replacing a PCI/PCI Express Card: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 3. Disconnect any cables connected to the card. 4. If the card is a full length, remove the captive screws on top of the PCI card fan shroud and remove the shroud.
  • Page 24 Replacing a PCI/PCI Express Card: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Card. NOTE: Installing filler brackets over empty card-slot openings is necessary to maintain FCC certification of the computer. The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of your computer. CAUTION: Do not route card cables over or behind the cards.
  • Page 25 Replacing a PCI/PCI Express Card: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual otherwise customizing it for your computer. 16. Position the card so that it is aligned with the slot and the securing tab (if present) is aligned with the slot. NOTE: If the card is full length, insert the card guide into the alignment slot on the fan bracket.
  • Page 26 Replacing a PCI/PCI Express Card: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual CAUTION: An incorrectly attached graphics power cable may result in degraded graphics performance. 18. Connect any cables that should be attached to the card. See the documentation for the card for information about the card's cable connections.

  • Page 27: Replacing A Hard Drive

    Replacing Drives: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Back to Contents Page Replacing Drives Dell™ XPS™ 730/730X Service Manual Replacing a Hard Drive Replacing the Drive Panel Replacing a Floppy Drive (XPS 730 Only) Replacing a Media Card Reader WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer.
  • Page 28 Replacing Drives: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual power cable data cable 4. Press the blue tabs on each side of the hard drive bracket toward each other and slide the drive up and out of the hard drive bay. blue tabs (2)
  • Page 29 Replacing Drives: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual 5. Prepare the new hard drive for installation and check the documentation for the hard drive to verify that the drive is configured for your computer. NOTE: If the hard drive you are installing does not have the hard drive bracket attached, use your original hard drive bracket;...
  • Page 30 Replacing Drives: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Replacement: hard drive hard drive bracket hard drive cage 6. Verify that the hard drive bay is empty and unobstructed. 7. Slide the hard drive into the hard drive bay until it clicks securely into place.
  • Page 31 Replacing Drives: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Dell XPS 730: power cable data cable Dell XPS 730X: power cable data cable 10. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 11. Connect the computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.

  • Page 32: Replacing The Drive Panel

    Replacing Drives: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Replacing the Drive Panel 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 3. Grasp the drive release latch and slide it towards the base of the computer until the drive panel snaps open.

  • Page 33: Replacing A Floppy Drive (Xps 730 Only)

    Replacing Drives: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual drive panel tabs 7. Rotate the drive panel toward the computer until it snaps into place on the drive panel. 8. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). Replacing a Floppy Drive (XPS 730 Only) 1.
  • Page 34 Replacing Drives: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual drive release latch floppy drive 6. If no screws are attached to the new floppy drive, check the inside of the drive panel for shoulder screws. If screws are present, attach the screws to the new drive.
  • Page 35 Replacing Drives: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual drive release latch floppy drive 8. Connect the power and data cables to the back of the floppy drive. 9. Check all cable connections and fold cables out of the way to avoid blocking airflow between the fan and cooling vents.
  • Page 36 Replacing Drives: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual data cable power cable 5. Slide the drive release latch towards the base of the computer to release the shoulder screw, and then slide the optical drive out of the drive bay. drive release latch optical drive 6.
  • Page 37 Replacing Drives: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual 7. If no screws are attached to the drive, check the inside of the drive panel for screws and, if screws are present, attach the screws to the new drive. optical drive shoulder screws (3) 8.

  • Page 38: Replacing A Media Card Reader

    Replacing Drives: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual power cable data cable 10. Check all cable connections and fold cables out of the way to avoid blocking airflow between the fan and cooling vents. 11. Replace the drive panel (see Replacing the Drive Panel).
  • Page 39 Replacing Drives: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual media card reader cable 5. Slide the drive release latch towards the base of the computer to release the shoulder screw, and then slide the media card reader out of the drive bay.
  • Page 40 Replacing Drives: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual media card reader shoulder screws (4) 7. Slide the Media Card Reader into the drive bay until it clicks into place. drive release latch media card reader 8. Attach the cable to the back of the Media Card Reader.
  • Page 41 Replacing Drives: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Back to Contents Page file:///C|/Users/santhosh_v/Desktop/7/SM_en/drives.htm[9/5/2013 11:46:36 AM]...

  • Page 42: Replacing The Air Cooled Heat Sink Assembly

    Replacing the Heat Sink Assembly: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Back to Contents Page Replacing the Heat Sink Assembly Dell™ XPS™ 730/730X Service Manual Replacing the Air Cooled Heat Sink Assembly Replacing the Liquid Cooling Heat Sink Assembly WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer.

  • Page 43: Replacing The Liquid Cooling Heat Sink Assembly

    CPU. If the liquid cooling assembly is replaced with an assembly other than the original, a cooling solution must be installed to avoid overheating the chipset. Failure to install a cooling solution, either third- party or Dell provided, may result in damage to your system and render the system inoperable. 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
  • Page 44 Replacing the Heat Sink Assembly: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual liquid cooling assembly captive screws CAUTION: Ensure that adequate thermal grease is applied to the top of the processor. Thermal grease is critical for ensuring adequate thermal bonding, which is a requirement for optimal processor operation.

  • Page 45: Replacing The Processor

    Replacing the Processor: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Back to Contents Page Replacing the Processor Dell™ XPS™ 730/730X Service Manual Removing the Processor Installing the Processor WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer.

  • Page 46: Installing The Processor

    Replacing the Processor: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual 1 processor cover 2 processor 3 socket 4 release lever CAUTION: When removing or replacing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any object to fall on the pins in the socket.
  • Page 47 Replacing the Processor: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual processor cover processor socket center cover latch release lever front alignment-notch processor pin-1 indicator rear alignment notch 9. If the release lever on the socket is not fully extended, move it to that position.

  • Page 48: Removing The Card Slot And Processor Fan Shrouds

    Replacing Fans : Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Back to Contents Page Replacing Fans Dell™ XPS™ 730/730X Service Manual WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

  • Page 49: Replacing The Processor Fan Assembly

    Replacing Fans : Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual cage housing fan cage screws (2) 7. To install the card slot fan assembly, connect the fan cable to the FAN_CAGE connector on the system board (see Master Control Board). 8. Align the fan cage tabs with the slots in the chassis. Insert the tabs and push the cage towards the front of the chassis.

  • Page 50: Replacing The Hard Drive Fan

    Replacing Fans : Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual processor fan shroud captive screws (2) 2. Remove the processor fan shroud (see Removing the Card Slot and Processor Fan Shrouds) 3. Disconnect the fan cable from the FAN_CPU_FRONT connector on the Master Control Board (see Master Control Board).
  • Page 51 Replacing Fans : Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual hard-drive fan release latch hard drive fan 6. To install the hard drive fan, slide the fan between the hard drive bays until it snaps into place. 7. Connect the fan cable to the FAN_HDD connector on the Master Control Board (see Master Control Board).

  • Page 52: Replacing The Master Control Board

    Replacing the Master Control Board: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Back to Contents Page Replacing the Master Control Board Dell™ XPS™ 730/730X Service Manual WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance...
  • Page 53 Replacing the Master Control Board: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual 15. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). Back to Contents Page file:///C|/Users/santhosh_v/Desktop/7/SM_en/master_c.htm[9/5/2013 11:46:44 AM]...

  • Page 54: Replacing The System Board

    Replacing the System Board: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Back to Contents Page Replacing the System Board Dell™ XPS™ 730/730X Service Manual WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance...
  • Page 55 Replacing the System Board: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual NOTE: Some components and connectors on replacement system boards may be in different locations than corresponding connectors on the existing system board. NOTE: Jumper settings on replacement system boards are preset by the factory.

  • Page 56: Replacing The Power Supply

    Replacing the Power Supply: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Back to Contents Page Replacing the Power Supply Dell™ XPS™ 730/730X Service Manual WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at the following location: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
  • Page 57 Replacing the Power Supply: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual from the power supply. power supply screws (4) 9. Slide the power supply towards the front of the computer to free it from the securing tabs on the computer chassis. 10. Slide the power supply toward the hard drive bay area, so that it will clear the protruding lip of the chassis and lift the power supply from the computer.

  • Page 58: Replacing The Battery

    Replacing the Battery: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Back to Contents Page Replacing the Battery Dell™ XPS™ 730/730X Service Manual WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
  • Page 59 Replacing the Battery: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual 8. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 9. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on. 10. Enter system setup (see System Setup) and restore the settings you recorded in...

  • Page 60: Entering System Setup

    Entering System Setup 1. Turn on (or restart) your computer. 2. When the DELL logo appears, press <F2> immediately. NOTE: Keyboard failure may result when a key on the keyboard is held down for extended periods of time. To avoid possible keyboard failure, press and release <F2>...
  • Page 61 System Setup: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual format. Displays the SATA 0 drive integrated in SATA 0 the system. Displays the SATA 1 drive integrated in SATA 1 the system. Displays the BIOS version number and System Info date, system model name and the service tag of the computer.

  • Page 62: System Setup Options-Dell Xps 730X

    System Setup: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Performance — The hard drive operates at its maximum speed. NOTE: Switching to performance mode may cause an increase in noise produced by the drive, but does not affect the drive's performance. Boot...
  • Page 63 System Setup: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Cache L2 Displays the processor L2 cache size. Standard CMOS Features Displays the current time. System Time (hh:mm:ss) Displays thecurrent date. System Date (mm:dd:yy) Displays the SATA 1 drive integrated in SATA 1 the system.

  • Page 64: Integrated Devices

    System Setup: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual multiplier when the load on the processor is reduced. Limits the max value the processor Max CPUID Value Limit standard CPUID function will support. If enabled, the processor clock speed and Intel(R) Speedstep (tm) tech core voltage are adjusted dynamically based on the processor load.

  • Page 65: Option Settings

    Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot For example, you can use this feature to boot your computer from the CD drive so that you can run the Dell Diagnostics from the Driver and Utilities media and then from the hard drive when the diagnostic tests are complete. You can also use this feature to boot your computer to a USB device such as a memory key, or CD-RW drive.

  • Page 66: Clearing Cmos Settings

    System Setup: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual desktop, then shut down your computer and try again. 4. At the Boot Device Menu, use the up- and down- arrow keys or press the appropriate number on the keyboard to highlight the device that is to be used for the current boot only, and then press <Enter>.
  • Page 67 System Setup: Dell XPS 730/730X Service Manual Dell™ XPS™ 730X 7. Place the jumper on pins 1 and 2 and wait for 5 seconds. 8. Move the jumper back onto pins 2 and 3. 9. Close the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).

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