Dell latitude c540/c640 notebook service manual (79 pages)
Summary of Contents for Dell Latitude C610
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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. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c510-610/index.htm (1 of 2) [2/28/2004 7:55:37 AM]...
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Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 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.
Instructions: Portable Computers" in your System Information Guide. 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.
Before You Begin: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 6. To avoid possible damage to the system board, wait 10 to 20 seconds and then disconnect any attached devices. 7. Disconnect all other external cables from the computer. 8. Remove any installed PC Cards or plastic blanks from the PC Card slot.
Before You Begin: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Computer Orientation 1 back 2 right 3 front 4 left Screw Identification When you are removing and replacing components, photocopy the placemat as a tool to lay out and keep track of the screws. The placemat provides the number of screws and their sizes.
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Before You Begin: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Screw Identification 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 C610/C510 Service Manual Display Assembly to Top Cover: Display-Feed Flex Cable: (5 each) (4 each) Palm Rest to Hybrid Cooling Fan: Bottom Case: (2 each) (1 each) (5 each) (3 each) System Board to Bottom Case:...
Before You Begin: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 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. Back to Contents Page file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c510-610/begin.htm (6 of 6) [2/28/2004 7:55:44 AM]...
Exploded View 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.
System Components: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 display assembly 10 bottom case 2 center control cover 11 memory module cover 3 microprocessor thermal cooling assembly 12 module bay device 4 hybrid cooling fan 13 main battery 5 microprocessor 14 hard drive...
System Components: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 7 right speaker 16 palm rest 8 modem and network-adapter connector covers 17 keyboard 9 fan guard Back to Contents Page file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c510-610/system.htm (3 of 3) [2/28/2004 7:55:44 AM]...
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.
Hard Drive: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 bottom of computer 2 M3 x 5-mm screw 3 hard drive door 4. Lift up the hard drive door until you hear a click. 5. Slide the hard drive out of the computer.
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Hard Drive: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 2. Press the hard drive door down. 3. Replace the M3 x 5-mm screw in the hard drive door. Back to Contents Page file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c510-610/hdd.htm (3 of 3) [2/28/2004 7:55:45 AM]...
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...
Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 M2.5 x 12-mm screw (1) 2 captive screws (2) Removing the Memory Modules NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.
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Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 2. Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the inner tabs on each end of the memory module socket. The module should pop up. Memory Module Removal 1 JDIM 1...
Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Replacing the Memory Modules 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."...
Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 2. Disconnect the Mini PCI card from the antenna cables. 3. To release a Mini PCI card from its socket, spread apart the metal securing tabs until the card pops up slightly.
Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual NOTICE: The connectors are keyed for correct insertion; do not force the connections. 2. Lower the Mini PCI card toward the inner tabs to approximately a 20-degree angle.
Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Modem Removal 1 M2 x 3-mm screws (2) 2 modem connector 3 modem cable 4 pull tab Replacing the Modem 1. Connect the modem cable to the modem.
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Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual NOTICE: The connectors are keyed for correct insertion; do not force the connections. 2. Align the modem with the screw holes and press the modem into the connector on the system board.
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.
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Keyboard: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 M2.5 x 12-mm screws (5) 3. Turn the computer over and open the display. NOTICE: The key caps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time- consuming to replace. Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard.
Keyboard: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 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. Keyboard Removal file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c510-610/keyboard.htm (3 of 6) [2/28/2004 7:55:47 AM]...
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Keyboard: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 keyboard 2 track stick 3 scalloped edge of blank key 4 palm rest 6. Lift the keyboard straight up until it clears the keyboard boss support in the bottom case. 7. Rotate the keyboard forward toward the front of the computer.
Keyboard: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 boss support (5) 2 track stick cable 3 keyboard flex cable 4 keyboard connector 5 orientation label 10. Remove the keyboard from the bottom case. Replacing the Keyboard 1. Place the keyboard on the palm rest at the front of the computer with the keys face down and the connector toward the back of the computer.
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Keyboard: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual NOTICE: To avoid damage to the connector pins, press the keyboard connector evenly into the interface connector on the system board, and do not reverse the keyboard connector. 2. Connect the keyboard connector to the interface connector on the system board.
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.
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.
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Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 5. From the back of the computer, remove the five M2.5 x 5-mm screws labeled "circle D." 6. Open the display assembly approximately 180 degrees and support the display assembly so that it does not open past this position.
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Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 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. 10. Lift the display assembly up and out of the bottom case.
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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.
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Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1. Remove the hard drive. 2. Remove the display assembly. 3. Remove the display bezel. 4. Remove the hinge covers. 5. Remove the two M2 x 4-mm screws on the left side of the display panel and the two M2 x 4-mm screws on the right side of the 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.
Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 3. Replace 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. 4. Place the bottom edge of the display panel in the bottom of the top cover and elevate the top of the panel with your hand.
Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 M1.7 x 3.5-mm screws (2) 2 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (2) 3 display latch 4 bracket Replacing the Display Latch 1. On 14.1-inch XGA panels, place the display latch on top of its screw holes, and then place the bracket on top of the display latch, aligning the bracket and display latch screw holes.
Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Removing the Hinge Covers 1. Remove the display assembly. 2. Rotate the hinges forward at an angle of approximately 90 degrees to the front of the display assembly.
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:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c510-610/display.htm (11 of 12) [2/28/2004 7:55:49 AM]...
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Display Assembly, Display Latch, and Hinge Covers: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c510-610/display.htm (12 of 12) [2/28/2004 7:55:49 AM]...
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.
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."...
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Palm Rest: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 M2 x 3-mm screws (3) 2 palm rest 3 palm-rest flex cable 4 bottom case 5 touch pad connector 6 back center of the palm rest NOTICE: Carefully separate the palm rest from the bottom case to avoid damage to the palm rest.
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Palm Rest: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Back to Contents Page file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c510-610/palmrest.htm (4 of 4) [2/28/2004 7:55:50 AM]...
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...
Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 microprocessor thermal cooling assembly 2 captive screws (4) 3 right side 4. Lift the microprocessor thermal cooling assembly up and out of the system board. Replacing the Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly 1.
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Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual palm rest and lower the assembly onto the system board. 2. Tighten the four captive screws, labeled 1 through 4, in consecutive order. Back to Contents Page file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c510-610/thermal.htm (3 of 3) [2/28/2004 7:55:51 AM]...
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.
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Microprocessor Module: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 screwdriver (perpendicular to microprocessor) 2 pin-1 corner 3 processor die (do not touch) 4 ZIF socket 5 ZIF-socket cam screw 1. Remove the hard drive. 2. Remove the keyboard. NOTICE: To ensure maximum cooling for the microprocessor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the microprocessor thermal cooling assembly.
Microprocessor Module: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual NOTICE: When removing the microprocessor module, pull the module straight up. Be careful not to bend the pins on the microprocessor module. 4. To loosen the ZIF socket, use a small, flat-blade screwdriver and rotate the ZIF- socket cam screw counter-clockwise until it comes to the cam stop.
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Microprocessor Module: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual NOTICE: Hold the microprocessor down while turning the cam screw to prevent intermittent contact between the cam screw and microprocessor (see "Microprocessor Module Removal"). 2. Tighten the ZIF socket by turning the cam screw clockwise to secure the microprocessor module to the system board.
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.
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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.
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Hybrid Cooling Fan: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual NOTICE: Do not block the keyboard screw hole when reinstalling the fan. Route the fan power cable under the spring fingers and behind the keyboard screw hole to prevent damage to the fan power cable.
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.
Reserve Battery: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 reserve battery 2 speaker connector 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.
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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.
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Flashing the BIOS: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 7. Remove the flash BIOS update floppy disk or CD from the drive and restart the computer. Back to Contents Page file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c510-610/bios.htm (2 of 2) [2/28/2004 7:55:53 AM]...
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.
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Speaker Assemblies: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Speaker Orientation file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c510-610/speakers.htm (2 of 6) [2/28/2004 7:55:54 AM]...
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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:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c510-610/speakers.htm (3 of 6) [2/28/2004 7:55:54 AM]...
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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.
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Speaker Assemblies: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual NOTICE: Make sure the speaker wires are under their routing clips. Route the left speaker wire properly between the battery bay and hard drive area. 2. Slide the speaker assembly down in to the bottom case.
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.
System Board: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual B" that secure the system board to the bottom case. 9. Remove the three M2.5 x 5-mm screws labeled "circle B" that secure the fan guard to the bottom case. System Board Screw Removal 1 fan guard 2 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (9)
System Board: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 1 M2.5 x. 5-mm screw (1) 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.
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System Board: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 3. Install the replacement system board. a. Insert the external microphone and headphone connectors through the bottom case. b. Replace the six M2.5 x 5-mm screws, starting on the right side of the bottom case (see "System Board Screw...
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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...
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Battery and Module Bay Latches: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual holding features on the inside of the bottom case. b. Ensure that the slider is inserted into the hole, that the side of the latch with the two bumps is facing the back of the case, and that the side with the wear rib is facing the front of the case.
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Battery and Module Bay Latches: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 4 bottom case Replacing the Battery and Module Bay Latches 1. Snap in the new latch button from behind the bottom case, making certain that the snap tabs are fully engaged in the latch.
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 file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c510-610/pinouts.htm (1 of 10) [2/28/2004 7:55:57 AM]...
Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual Pin Signal Pin Signal RXDA TXDA Parallel Connector Pin Signal Signal file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c510-610/pinouts.htm (2 of 10) [2/28/2004 7:55:57 AM]...
Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual S-Video Pin Signal DLUMA-L DCRMA-L Composite Video Pin Signal DCMPS-L Docking Connector file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c510-610/pinouts.htm (5 of 10) [2/28/2004 7:55:57 AM]...
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Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 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 110 SPIRQB# DOCK_SPKR 111 SPIRQC# DOCK_MIC 112 DAT_DDC2...
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Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manual 199 NC 100 NC 200 GND Back to Contents Page file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Latitude/c510-610/pinouts.htm (10 of 10) [2/28/2004 7:55:57 AM]...