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OM_Book.book Page 2 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 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. © 2012 Dell Inc. All rights reserved.
OM_Book.book Page 3 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Contents 1 Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Turn Off Your Computer and Connected Devices Safety Instructions . . . . . 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Recommended Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 After Working Inside Your Computer . 3 Technical Overview . 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OM_Book.book Page 4 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 6 7 8 9 B-CAS Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the B-CAS Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Replacing the B-CAS card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Converter Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Replacing the Converter Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Power-Button Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Removing the Power-Button Board . . . . . . . . . . .
OM_Book.book Page 5 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 11 VESA-Mount Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Removing the VESA-Mount Bracket. . . . . . . . . . . 43 Replacing the VESA-Mount Bracket . . . . . . . . . . 44 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 12 Hard Drive Removing the Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Replacing the Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 13 System-Board Shield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OM_Book.book Page 6 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 16 Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Replacing the Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 17 Processor Heat-Sink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Processor Heat-Sink . . . . . . . . . . . Replacing the Processor Heat-Sink . 18 Processor Heat-Sink Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 67 69 . . . . . . . . 69 Replacing the Processor Heat-Sink Fan.
OM_Book.book Page 7 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 21 I/O Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Removing the I/O Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Replacing the I/O Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 22 I/O Board Shield Removing the I/O Board Shield . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Replacing the I/O Board Shield . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 23 Power-Supply Unit .
OM_Book.book Page 8 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 26 Infrared Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Infrared Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Replacing the Infrared Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 27 I/O Board Removing the I/O Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Replacing the I/O Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OM_Book.book Page 9 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 31 Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Removing the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Replacing the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 32 Infrared Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Removing the Infrared Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Replacing the Infrared Sensor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 33 Camera Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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OM_Book.book Page 11 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Before You Begin Turn Off Your Computer and Connected Devices CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs before you turn off your computer. 1 Save and close all open files and exit all open programs. 2 Click Start and click Shut Down. Microsoft Windows shuts down and then the computer turns off.
OM_Book.book Page 12 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to protect your computer from potential damage and ensure your personal safety. 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 dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Disconnect all power sources before opening the computer cover or panels.
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OM_Book.book Page 15 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Technical Overview WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
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OM_Book.book Page 19 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Stand WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
OM_Book.book Page 20 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 3 Slide and lift the stand cover off your computer. 4 Remove the screws that secure the stand to your computer. 5 Pivot the stand upward and remove the stand off your computer.
OM_Book.book Page 21 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the Stand Procedure 1 Align the screw holes on the stand with the screw holes on your computer. 2 Replace the screws that secure the stand to your computer. 3 Slide the stand cover and snap it into place. 4 Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 13.
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OM_Book.book Page 23 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Back Cover WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Back Cover Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19.
OM_Book.book Page 24 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the Back Cover Procedure 1 Place the back cover on your computer and snap it into place. 2 Ensure that the screw holes on the back cover align with the screw holes on the middle frame. 3 Replace the screws that secure the back cover to your computer. Postrequisites 1 Replace the stand. See "Replacing the Stand" on page 21. 2 Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 13.
OM_Book.book Page 25 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM B-CAS Card WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the B-CAS Card Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover. See "Removing the Back Cover" on page 23.
OM_Book.book Page 26 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure 1 Disconnect the B-CAS card cable from the connector on the B-CAS card. 2 Remove the screw that secures the BCAS-card to the I/O cover. 3 Lift the B-CAS card off the I/O cover.
OM_Book.book Page 27 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the B-CAS card Procedure 1 Align the screw hole on the B-CAS card with the screw hole on the I/O cover. 2 Replace the screw that secures the B-CAS card to the I/O cover. 3 Connect the B-CAS card cable to the connector on the B-CAS card. Postrequisites 1 Replace the back cover. See "Replacing the Back Cover" on page 24. 2 Replace the stand. See "Replacing the Stand" on page 21.
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OM_Book.book Page 29 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Converter Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Converter Board Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover.
OM_Book.book Page 30 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure 1 Disconnect the converter-board cable and display-backlight cable from the connectors on the convertor board. 2 Remove the screws that secure the converter board to the chassis. 3 Remove the converter board off the chassis.
OM_Book.book Page 31 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the Converter Board Procedure 1 Align the screw holes on the converter board with the screw holes on the chassis. 2 Replace the screws that secure the converter board to the chassis. 3 Connect the converter-board cable and display-backlight cable to the connectors on the convertor board. Postrequisites 1 Replace the back cover. See "Replacing the Back Cover" on page 24. 2 Replace the stand. See "Replacing the Stand" on page 21.
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OM_Book.book Page 33 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Power-Button Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Power-Button Board Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover.
OM_Book.book Page 34 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the Power-Button Board Procedure 1 Connect the power-button board cable to the connector on the power-button board. 2 Slide the power-button board into slot on the middle frame. Postrequisites 1 Replace the back cover. See "Replacing the Back Cover" on page 24. 2 Replace the stand. See "Replacing the Stand" on page 21. 3 Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 13.
OM_Book.book Page 35 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Memory Module(s) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Memory Module(s) Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover.
OM_Book.book Page 36 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 2 Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory-module connector until the memory module pops up. 3 Remove the memory module from the memory-module connector.
OM_Book.book Page 37 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the Memory Module(s) Procedure 1 Align the notch on the memory module with the tab on the memory-module connector. 2 Slide the memory module firmly into the connector at a 45-degree angle, and press the memory module down until it clicks into place. If you do not hear the click, remove the memory module and reinstall it. 3 Place the memory-module shield on the system-board shield and snap the memory-module shield into place.
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OM_Book.book Page 39 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Optical Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Optical Drive Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover.
OM_Book.book Page 40 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure 1 Disconnect the power and data cable from the connector on the optical drive. 2 Remove the screws that secure the optical drive to the chassis. 3 Slide the optical drive and remove it off the chassis. 3 2 1 1 optical drive 3 power and data cable 2 screws (2) 4 Remove the screws that secure the optical-drive bracket to the optical drive. 5 Remove the optical-drive bracket from the optical drive.
OM_Book.book Page 41 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 6 Pivot the optical-drive bezel upward to release it from the optical drive. 7 Remove the optical-drive bezel from the optical drive.
OM_Book.book Page 42 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the Optical Drive Procedure 1 Align the optical-drive bezel with the optical drive and snap it into place. 2 Align the screw holes on the optical-drive bracket with the screw holes on the optical drive. 3 Replace the screws that secure the optical-drive bracket to the optical drive. 4 Slide the optical drive into position and ensure that the screw holes on the optical drive bracket align with the screw holes on the chassis.
OM_Book.book Page 43 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM VESA-Mount Bracket WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the VESA-Mount Bracket Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover.
OM_Book.book Page 44 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the VESA-Mount Bracket Procedure 1 Align the screw holes on the VESA-mount bracket with the screw holes on the chassis. 2 Replace the screws that secure the VESA-mount bracket to the chassis. Postrequisites 1 Replace the back cover. See "Replacing the Back Cover" on page 24. 2 Replace the stand. See "Replacing the Stand" on page 21. 3 Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 13.
OM_Book.book Page 45 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Hard Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: To avoid data loss, do not remove the hard drive while the computer is On or in Sleep state. CAUTION: Hard drives are extremely fragile.
OM_Book.book Page 46 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure 1 Remove the optical drive's power and data cable and the B-CAS card cable from the routing guides on the hard-drive cage. 2 Disconnect the power and data cable from the connector on the hard drive. 3 Remove the power-supply cable from the routing guide on the hard drive cage. 4 Remove the screw that secures the hard-drive cage to the chassis.
OM_Book.book Page 47 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 6 Remove the screws that secure the hard-drive cage to the hard drive. 7 Slide the hard drive out of the hard-drive cage.
OM_Book.book Page 48 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the Hard Drive Procedure 1 Slide the hard drive into the hard-drive cage. 2 Align the screw holes on the hard-drive cage with the screw holes on the hard drive. 3 Replace the screws that secure the hard-drive cage to the hard drive. 4 Place the hard-drive cage on the chassis and slide it toward the bottom of your computer. Ensure that the tabs at the bottom of the hard-drive cage slide into the slots on the chassis.
OM_Book.book Page 49 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM System-Board Shield WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the System-Board Shield Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover.
OM_Book.book Page 50 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure 1 Remove the screws that secure the system-board shield to the chassis. 2 Turn the system-board shield to the side of your computer and then release the system-board shield off the chassis.
OM_Book.book Page 51 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the System-Board Shield Procedure 1 Align the screw holes on the system-board shield with the screw holes on the chassis. 2 Replace the screws that secure the system-board shield to the chassis. Postrequisites 1 Replace the VESA-mount bracket. See "Replacing the VESA-Mount Bracket" on page 44. 2 Replace the back cover. See "Replacing the Back Cover" on page 24. 3 Replace the stand. See "Replacing the Stand" on page 21.
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OM_Book.book Page 53 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM TV Tuner Card WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the TV Tuner Card Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover.
OM_Book.book Page 54 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure 1 Disconnect the antenna cable from the connector on the TV tuner card. 2 Remove the screws that secure the TV tuner card to the chassis. 3 For Japan only: disconnect the B-CAS card cable from the connector on the TV tuner card.
OM_Book.book Page 55 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 4 Slide and remove the TV tuner card out of the system-board connector.
OM_Book.book Page 56 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the TV Tuner Card Procedure 1 Align the notch on the TV tuner card with the tab on the system-board connector. 2 Insert the TV tuner card connector at a 45-degree angle into the system-board connector. 3 Press the other end of the TV tuner card down into the slot on the system board and replace the screws that secure the TV tuner card to the system-board connector. 4 Connect the antenna cable to the connector on the TV tuner card.
OM_Book.book Page 57 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Wireless Mini-Card WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for Mini-Cards from sources other than Dell.
OM_Book.book Page 58 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure 1 Disconnect the antenna cables from the connectors on the Mini-Card 2 Remove the screws that secure the Mini-Card to the system-board connector. 1 2 1 screws (2) 2 antenna cables (2) 3 Slide and remove the Mini-Card out of the system-board connector.
OM_Book.book Page 59 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the Wireless Mini-Card Procedure 1 Align the notch on the Mini-Card with the tab on the system-board connector. CAUTION: Use firm and even pressure to slide the Mini-Card into place. If you use excessive force, you may damage the connector. CAUTION: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors on the Mini-Card and on the system board, and realign the Mini-Card.
OM_Book.book Page 60 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 3 Replace the back cover. See "Replacing the Back Cover" on page 24. 4 Replace the stand. See "Replacing the Stand" on page 21. 5 Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 13.
OM_Book.book Page 61 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Speakers WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Speakers Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover. See "Removing the Back Cover" on page 23.
OM_Book.book Page 62 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure 1 Disconnect the left and right speaker cables from the system-board connectors. 2 Remove the speaker cables from the routing guides on the chassis. 3 Remove the screws that secure the speakers to the chassis. 4 Lift the speakers off the chassis.
OM_Book.book Page 63 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the Speakers Procedure 1 Align the screw holes on the speakers with the screw holes on the chassis 2 Replace the screws that secure the speakers to the chassis. 3 Route the speaker cables through the routing guides on the chassis. 4 Connect the left and right speaker cables to the system-board connectors. Postrequisites 1 Replace the system-board shield. See "Replacing the System-Board Shield" on page 51. 2 Replace the VESA-mount bracket.
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OM_Book.book Page 65 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Processor Heat-Sink WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Processor Heat-Sink Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover.
OM_Book.book Page 66 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure 1 Remove the screw that secures the processor heat-sink to the chassis. 2 In sequential order (indicated on the processor heat-sink), loosen the captive screws that secure the processor heat-sink to the system board. 3 Peel the portion of the aluminum foil that is adhered over the processor heat-sink fan. 4 Lift the processor heat-sink off the system board.
OM_Book.book Page 67 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the Processor Heat-Sink Procedure NOTE: The original thermal grease can be reused, if the original system board and heat sink are reinstalled together. If either the system board or the heat sink is replaced, use the thermal pad provided in the kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved. 1 Clean the thermal grease from the bottom of the processor heat-sink and reapply it.
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OM_Book.book Page 69 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Processor Heat-Sink Fan WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Processor Heat-Sink Fan Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover.
OM_Book.book Page 70 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure 1 Disconnect the processor heat-sink fan cable from the system-board connector. 2 Remove the screws that secure the processor heat-sink fan to the chassis. 3 Peel the portion of the aluminum foil that is adhered over the processor heat-sink.
OM_Book.book Page 71 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the Processor Heat-Sink Fan Procedure 1 Align the screw holes on the processor heat-sink fan with the screw holes on the chassis. 2 Replace the screws that secure the processor heat-sink fan to the chassis. 3 Connect the processor heat-sink fan cable to the system-board connector. 4 Adhere the aluminum foil on the processor heat-sink fan over the processor heat-sink. Postrequisites 1 Replace the system-board shield.
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OM_Book.book Page 73 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Processor WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Processor Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover. See "Removing the Back Cover" on page 23.
OM_Book.book Page 74 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure 1 Press the release lever down on the processor cover and then pull it outwards to release it from the tab that secures it. 2 Extend the release lever completely to open the processor cover. Leave the release lever extended in the release position so that the socket is ready for the new processor. 3 Gently lift the processor to remove it from the socket.
OM_Book.book Page 75 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the Processor Procedure 1 Unpack the new processor, being careful not to touch the underside of the processor. CAUTION: Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface. CAUTION: You must position the processor correctly in the processor socket to avoid permanent damage to the processor. 2 If the release lever on the socket is not fully extended, move it to that position.
OM_Book.book Page 76 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 7 Clean the thermal grease from the bottom of the heat sink. 8 Apply the new thermal grease to the top of the processor. CAUTION: Ensure that you apply new thermal grease. The new thermal grease is critical for ensuring adequate thermal bonding, which is a requirement for optimal processor operation. Postrequisites 1 Replace the processor heat-sink. See "Replacing the Processor Heat-Sink" on page 67. 2 Replace the system-board shield.
OM_Book.book Page 77 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Power-Supply Fan Bracket WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Power-Supply Fan Bracket Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover.
OM_Book.book Page 78 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure 1 Disconnect the B-CAS card cable from the connector on the B-CAS card. 2 Remove the screw that secures the power-supply fan bracket to the chassis. 3 Lift the power-supply fan bracket off the chassis.
OM_Book.book Page 79 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the Power-Supply Fan Bracket Procedure 1 Align the screw hole on the power-supply fan bracket with the screw hole on the chassis. 2 Replace the screw that secures the power-supply fan bracket to the chassis. 3 Connect the B-CAS card cable to the connector on the B-CAS card. Postrequisites 1 Replace the back cover. See "Replacing the Back Cover" on page 24. 2 Replace the stand. See "Replacing the Stand" on page 21.
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OM_Book.book Page 81 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM I/O Cover WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the I/O Cover Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover. See "Removing the Back Cover" on page 23.
OM_Book.book Page 82 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure Gently lift the I/O cover to release it from the tabs that secure it to the chassis.
OM_Book.book Page 83 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the I/O Cover Procedure Place the I/O cover over the I/O board shield and snap it into position. Postrequisites 1 Replace the B-CAS card. See "Replacing the B-CAS card" on page 27. 2 Replace the back cover. See "Replacing the Back Cover" on page 24. 3 Replace the stand. See "Replacing the Stand" on page 21. 4 Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 13.
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OM_Book.book Page 85 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM I/O Board Shield WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the I/O Board Shield Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover.
OM_Book.book Page 86 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure 1 Remove the screws that secure the power port to the I/O board shield. 2 Remove the screw that secures the power supply control board to the I/O board shield. 3 Remove the screws that secure the I/O board shield to the chassis. 4 Turn the I/O board shield over and place it on the hard-drive cage.
OM_Book.book Page 87 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 5 Slide the power port and power-supply control board through the slot on the I/O board shield. 6 Disconnect the power-supply fan cable and infrared cable from the system-board connectors. 7 Disconnect the antenna cable from the connector on the TV tuner card. 8 Lift the I/O board shield off the chassis.
OM_Book.book Page 88 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the I/O Board Shield Procedure 1 Connect the power-supply fan cable and infrared cable to the system-board connectors. 2 Connect the antenna cable to the connector on the TV tuner card. 3 Slide the power port and the power-supply control board through the slot on the I/O board shield. 4 Align the screw holes on the I/O board shield with the screw holes on the chassis. 5 Replace the screws that secure the I/O board shield to the chassis.
OM_Book.book Page 89 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Power-Supply Unit WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Power-Supply Unit Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover.
OM_Book.book Page 90 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure 1 Disconnect the main power cable and processor power cable from the connectors on the system board. 2 Remove the main power cable and processor power cable from the routing guides on the chassis. 3 Remove the power-supply port cable from the routing guides on the chassis. 4 Remove the screws that secure the power-supply unit to the chassis. 5 Lift the power-supply unit off the chassis.
OM_Book.book Page 91 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the Power-Supply Unit Procedure 1 Align the screw holes on the power-supply unit with the screw holes on the chassis. 2 Replace the screws that secure the power-supply unit to the chassis. 3 Route the power-supply port cable through the routing guides on the chassis. 4 Route the main power cable and processor power cable through the routing guides on the chassis.
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OM_Book.book Page 93 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Power-Supply Fan WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Power-Supply Fan Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover.
OM_Book.book Page 94 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure 1 Remove the screws that secure the power-supply fan to the I/O board shield. 2 Lift the power-supply fan off the I/O board shield.
OM_Book.book Page 95 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the Power-Supply Fan Procedure 1 Align the screw holes on the power-supply fan with the screw holes on the I/O board shield. 2 Replace the screws that secure the power-supply fan to the I/O board shield. Postrequisites 1 Replace the I/O board shield. See "Replacing the I/O Board Shield" on page 88. 2 Replace the I/O cover. See "Replacing the I/O Cover" on page 83. 3 Replace the B-CAS card. See "Replacing the B-CAS card" on page 27.
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OM_Book.book Page 97 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM TV-In Port WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the TV-In Port Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover. See "Removing the Back Cover" on page 23.
OM_Book.book Page 98 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure 1 Remove the hex nut that secures the TV-in port to the I/O board shield. 2 Slide the TV-in port along with its cable through the slot on the I/O board shield.
OM_Book.book Page 99 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the TV-In Port Procedure 1 Slide the TV-in port along with its cable through the slot on the I/O board shield. 2 Replace the hex nut that secures the TV-in port to the I/O board shield. Postrequisites 1 Replace the I/O board shield. See "Replacing the I/O Board Shield" on page 88. 2 Replace the I/O cover. See "Replacing the I/O Cover" on page 83. 3 Replace the B-CAS card. See "Replacing the B-CAS card" on page 27.
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OM_Book.book Page 101 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Infrared Port WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Infrared Port Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover.
OM_Book.book Page 102 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure 1 Remove the nut that secures the infrared port to the I/O board shield. 2 Slide the infrared port along with its cable through the slot on the I/O board shield.
OM_Book.book Page 103 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the Infrared Port Procedure 1 Slide the infrared port along with its cable through the slot on the I/O board shield. 2 Replace the nut that secures the infrared port to the I/O board shield. Postrequisites 1 Replace the I/O board shield. See "Replacing the I/O Board Shield" on page 88. 2 Replace the I/O cover. See "Replacing the I/O Cover" on page 83. 3 Replace the B-CAS card. See "Replacing the B-CAS card" on page 27.
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OM_Book.book Page 105 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM I/O Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the I/O Board Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover. See "Removing the Back Cover" on page 23.
OM_Book.book Page 106 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure 1 Disconnect the main power cable from the system-board connector and move it away from the I/O board. 2 Remove the screw that secures the grounding cable to the chassis. 3 Disconnect the display cable and AV-in cable from the connectors on the I/O board.
OM_Book.book Page 107 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 4 Remove the screws that secure the I/O board to the chassis. 5 Lift the I/O board off the chassis.
OM_Book.book Page 108 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the I/O Board Procedure 1 Align the screw holes on the I/O board with the screw holes on the chassis. 2 Replace the screws that secure the I/O board to chassis. 3 Connect the display cable and AV-in cable to the connectors on the I/O board. 4 Replace the screw that secures the grounding cable to the chassis. 5 Connect the main power cable to the system-board connector. Postrequisites 1 Replace the I/O board shield.
OM_Book.book Page 109 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Coin-Cell Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: The battery may explode if installed incorrectly. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type.
OM_Book.book Page 110 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure Using a plastic scribe, gently pry out the coin-cell battery from the battery socket on the system board.
OM_Book.book Page 111 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery Procedure With the positive-side facing up, snap the coin-cell battery into the battery socket on the system board. Postrequisites 1 Replace the system-board shield. See "Replacing the System-Board Shield" on page 51. 2 Replace the VESA-mount bracket. See "Replacing the VESA-Mount Bracket" on page 44. 3 Replace the back cover. See "Replacing the Back Cover" on page 24. 4 Replace the stand.
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OM_Book.book Page 113 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM System Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the System Board NOTE: Your computer’s Service Tag is stored in the system board.
OM_Book.book Page 114 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 11 Remove the processor heat-sink fan. See "Removing the Processor Heat-Sink Fan" on page 69. 12 Remove the processor. See "Removing the Processor" on page 73. 13 Remove the TV tuner card. See "Removing the TV Tuner Card" on page 53. 14 Remove the wireless mini-card. See "Removing the Wireless Mini-Card" on page 57. Procedure 1 Disconnect all the cables from the system-board connectors. 2 Remove the screws that secure the system board to the chassis.
OM_Book.book Page 115 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the System Board Procedure 1 Align the screw holes on the system board with the screw holes on the chassis. 2 Replace the screws that secure the system board to the chassis. 3 Connect all the cables to the system-board connectors. Postrequisites 1 Replace the wireless mini-card. See "Replacing the Wireless Mini-Card" on page 59. 2 Replace the TV tuner card. See "Replacing the TV Tuner Card" on page 56. 3 Replace the processor.
OM_Book.book Page 116 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press during POST to enter the system setup program. 3 Navigate to the main tab and enter the Service Tag in the Service Tag Setting field.
OM_Book.book Page 117 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Antenna Module(s) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Antenna Module(s) Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover.
OM_Book.book Page 118 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 13 Remove the I/O cover. See "Removing the I/O Cover" on page 81. 14 Remove the power-supply fan bracket. See "Removing the Power-Supply Fan Bracket" on page 77. 15 Remove the I/O board shield. See "Removing the I/O Board Shield" on page 85. 16 Follow the instructions from step 1 to step 3 in "Removing the System Board" on page 113.
OM_Book.book Page 119 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure 1 Remove the screws that secure the antenna modules to the chassis. 2 Make a note of the antenna-cable routing and remove the antenna cables from the routing guides on the chassis. 3 Lift the antenna modules off the chassis.
OM_Book.book Page 120 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the Antenna Module(s) Procedure 1 Align the screw holes on the antenna modules with the screw holes on the chassis. 2 Replace the screws that secure the antenna modules to the chassis. 3 Route the antenna cables through the routing guides on the chassis. Postrequisites 1 Follow the instructions from step 1 to step 3 in "Replacing the System Board" on page 115. 2 Replace the I/O board shield. See "Replacing the I/O Board Shield" on page 88.
OM_Book.book Page 121 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 14 Follow the instructions from step 4 to step 6 in "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 42. 15 Replace the back cover. See "Replacing the Back Cover" on page 24. 16 Replace the stand. See "Replacing the Stand" on page 21. 17 Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 13.
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OM_Book.book Page 123 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Display Panel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Display Panel Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover.
OM_Book.book Page 124 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 13 Remove the power-supply fan bracket. See "Removing the Power-Supply Fan Bracket" on page 77. 14 Remove the B-CAS card. See "Removing the B-CAS Card" on page 25. 15 Remove the I/O cover. See "Removing the I/O Cover" on page 81. 16 Remove the I/O board shield. See "Removing the I/O Board Shield" on page 85. 17 Remove the power-supply unit. See "Removing the Power-Supply Unit" on page 89. 18 Remove the speakers. See "Removing the Speakers" on page 61.
OM_Book.book Page 125 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure 1 Press the release latches on each side of the display cable, and then pull the cable to disconnect it from the connector on the display panel.
OM_Book.book Page 126 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 2 Remove the screws that secure the the chassis to the middle frame. 3 Lift the chassis off the middle frame.
OM_Book.book Page 127 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 4 Gently lift the display assembly off the middle frame. 1 2 1 display assembly 2 middle frame 5 Remove the screws that secure the display brackets to the display panel. 6 Remove the display brackets off the display panel.
OM_Book.book Page 128 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the Display Panel Procedure 1 Align the screw holes on the display brackets with the screw holes on the display panel. 2 Replace the screws that secure the display brackets to the display panel. 3 Gently place the display panel over the middle frame. 4 Place the chassis over the display panel and align the screw holes on the chassis with the screw holes on the middle frame. 5 Replace the screws that secure the chassis to the middle frame.
OM_Book.book Page 129 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 18 Replace the memory modules. See "Replacing the Memory Module(s)" on page 37. 19 Replace the TV tuner card. See "Replacing the TV Tuner Card" on page 56. 20 Replace the system-board shield. See "Replacing the System-Board Shield" on page 51. 21 Follow the instructions from step 4 to step 8 in replacing the hard-drive 22 Replace the VESA-mount bracket. See "Replacing the VESA-Mount Bracket" on page 44. 23 Replace converter board.
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OM_Book.book Page 131 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Infrared Sensor WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Infrared Sensor Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover.
OM_Book.book Page 132 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 13 Remove the power-supply fan bracket. See "Removing the Power-Supply Fan Bracket" on page 77. 14 Remove the B-CAS card. See "Removing the B-CAS Card" on page 25. 15 Remove the I/O cover. See "Removing the I/O Cover" on page 81. 16 Remove the I/O board shield. See "Removing the I/O Board Shield" on page 85. 17 Remove the power-supply unit. See "Removing the Power-Supply Unit" on page 89. 18 Remove the speakers. See "Removing the Speakers" on page 61.
OM_Book.book Page 133 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure 1 Using your fingertips, carefully spread apart the tabs that secure the infrared sensor to the middle frame. 2 Lift the infrared sensor off the middle frame. 3 Using your finger tips, carefully spread apart the tabs that secure the infrared LED to the middle frame. 4 Slide and remove the infrared LED off the middle frame.
OM_Book.book Page 134 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the Infrared Sensor Procedure 1 Slide the infrared LED into the slot on the middle frame. Ensure that the infrared LED is secured under the tabs on the middle frame. 2 Place the infrared sensor over the slot on the middle frame and snap it into place. Postrequisites 1 Replace the display panel. See "Replacing the Display Panel" on page 128. 2 Follow the instructions from step 1 to step 3 in "Replacing the System Board" on page 115.
OM_Book.book Page 135 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 15 Replace the system-board shield. See "Replacing the System-Board Shield" on page 51. 16 Follow the instructions from step 4 to step 8 in "Replacing the Hard Drive" on page 48. 17 Replace the VESA-mount bracket. See "Replacing the VESA-Mount Bracket" on page 44. 18 Replace converter board. See "Replacing the Converter Board" on page 31. 19 Replace power-button board. See "Replacing the Power-Button Board" on page 34. 20 Replace B-CAS card.
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OM_Book.book Page 137 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Camera Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the Camera Module Prerequisites 1 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19. 2 Remove the back cover.
OM_Book.book Page 138 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 13 Remove the power-supply fan bracket. See "Removing the Power-Supply Fan Bracket" on page 77. 14 Remove the B-CAS card. See "Removing the B-CAS Card" on page 25. 15 Remove the I/O cover. See "Removing the I/O Cover" on page 81. 16 Remove the I/O board shield. See "Removing the I/O Board Shield" on page 85. 17 Remove the power-supply unit. See "Removing the Power-Supply Unit" on page 89. 18 Remove the speakers. See "Removing the Speakers" on page 61.
OM_Book.book Page 139 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Procedure 1 Disconnect the camera cable from the connector on the camera module. 2 Remove the screws that secure the camera module to the middle frame. 3 Lift the camera module off the middle frame.
OM_Book.book Page 140 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Replacing the Camera Module Procedure 1 Align the screw holes on the camera module with the screw holes on the middle frame. 2 Replace the screws that secure the camera module to the middle frame. 3 Connect the camera cable to the connector on the camera module. Postrequisites 1 Replace the display panel. See "Replacing the Display Panel" on page 128. 2 Follow the instructions from step 1 to step 3 in "Replacing the System Board" on page 115.
OM_Book.book Page 141 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 15 Replace the system-board shield. See "Replacing the System-Board Shield" on page 51. 16 Follow the instructions from step 4 to step 8 in "Replacing the Hard Drive" on page 48. 17 Replace the VESA-mount bracket. See "Replacing the VESA-Mount Bracket" on page 44. 18 Replace converter board. See "Replacing the Converter Board" on page 31. 19 Replace power-button board. See "Replacing the Power-Button Board" on page 34. 20 Replace B-CAS card.
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OM_Book.book Page 144 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM System Setup Screens The system setup screen displays current or changeable configuration information for your computer. Information on the screen is divided into three areas: the setup item, active help screen, and key functions. Setup Item — This field appears on the left side of the system setup window.
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OM_Book.book Page 147 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Advanced — Onboard Device Configuration Onboard Audio Controller Allows you to enable or disabled the audio controller Enabled or Disable (Enabled by default) SATA Mode Allows you to configure the operating mode of the integrated hard-drive controller ATA Mode; AHCI Mode (AHCI Mode by default) CAUTION: Changing the SATA Mode may prevent booting of your operating system.
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OM_Book.book Page 150 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Exit Save Changes and Reset Allows you to save changes and exit system setup Discard Changes and Reset Allows you to discard changes and exit system setup Load Default Allows you to restore the default settings Boot Sequence This feature allows you to change the boot sequence for devices. Boot Options • Diskette Drive — The computer attempts to boot from the floppy drive.
OM_Book.book Page 151 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot You can use this feature to change the current boot sequence, for example, to boot from the optical drive to run Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. The previous boot sequence is restored at the next boot. 1 If you are booting from a USB device, connect the USB device to a USB port. 2 Turn on (or restart) your computer.
OM_Book.book Page 152 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Clearing Forgotten Passwords WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: The computer must be disconnected from the electrical outlet to clear the CMOS setting. 1 Remove the stand.
OM_Book.book Page 153 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 11 Replace the back cover. See "Replacing the Back Cover" on page 24. 12 Replace the stand. See "Replacing the Stand" on page 21. 13 Follow the steps in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 13.
OM_Book.book Page 154 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Clearing CMOS Settings WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: The computer must be disconnected from the electrical outlet to clear the CMOS setting. 1 Remove the stand.
OM_Book.book Page 155 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 12 Replace the stand. See "Replacing the Stand" on page 21. 13 Follow the steps in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 13.
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OM_Book.book Page 157 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM Flashing the BIOS The BIOS may require flashing when an update is available or when replacing the system board. To flash the BIOS: 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Go to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer: NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located on a label at the bottom of your computer. For more information, see the Quick Start Guide that shipped with your computer.
OM_Book.book Page 158 Friday, March 30, 2012 1:21 PM 9 Navigate to the folder where you downloaded the BIOS update file. The file icon appears in the folder and is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 10 Double-click the BIOS update file icon and follow the instructions that appear on the screen.