Dell™ Inspiron™ 1501 Service Manual Before You Begin Optical Drive Hard Drive Memory Module(s) Modem Mini-Card Hinge Cover Keyboard Display Assembly Palm Rest Coin-Cell Battery Speakers Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Processor Module Fan ExpressCard/Hard-Drive Bay Assembly System Board Battery Latch Assembly Flashing the BIOS Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
Back to Contents Page Battery Latch Assembly Dell™ Inspiron™ 1501 Service Manual Removing the Battery Latch Assembly Replacing the Battery Latch Assembly CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer.
1 hook 11. 1 2 spring Remove the plastic battery-latch assembly by twisting the assembly slightly and lifting it out of the channel and away from the computer base. battery latch assembly Replacing the Battery Latch Assembly 1. Insert the latch assembly into the channel on the computer base, and press it into place. 2. Using a small screwdriver, hook the spring over the hook on the computer base. 3.
Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Inspiron™ 1501 Service Manual Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer This section provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following conditions exist: l You have performed the steps in Turning Off Your Computer and Before Working Inside Your Computer.
4. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets. 5. Close the display and turn the computer upside-down on a flat work surface. NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery before working inside the computer. 1 6. Slide the battery-bay latch release on the bottom of the computer. 7. Remove the battery from the battery bay.
Back to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Inspiron™ 1501 Service Manual 1. Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the main battery is installed properly. NOTE: If you use a BIOS update program CD to flash the BIOS, set up the computer to boot from a CD before inserting the CD. The BIOS upgrade progam CD may not be available in all regions. 2. Insert the BIOS update program CD, and turn on the computer. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen.
Back to Contents Page ExpressCard/Hard-Drive Bay Assembly Dell™ Inspiron™ 1501 Service Manual Removing the ExpressCard/Hard-Drive Bay Assembly Replacing the ExpressCard/Hard-Drive Bay Assembly CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer.
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Back to Contents Page Mini-Card Dell™ Inspiron™ 1501 Service Manual Removing a Mini-Card Replacing a Mini-Card If you ordered a Mini-Card with your computer, the card is already installed. CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer.
1 system board connector 2 Mini-Card 3 metal securing tabs (2) Replacing a Mini-Card NOTICE: The system board and Mini-Card connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors on the card and on the system board, and realign the card. NOTICE: Make sure the antenna cables are not under the card when you insert it. 1. 1 Insert the Mini-Card connector into the system board connector at a 45-degree angle. system board connector 2 Mini-Card 2.
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Back to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ Inspiron™ 1501 Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer.
Back to Contents Page Processor Module Dell™ Inspiron™ 1501 Service Manual Removing the Processor Module Replacing the Processor Module CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer. NOTICE: Do not touch the processor die.
Replacing the Processor Module NOTICE: Ensure that the cam lock is in the fully open position before seating the processor module. Seating the processor module properly in the ZIF socket does not require force. NOTICE: A processor module that is not properly seated can result in an intermittent connection or permanent damage to the processor and ZIF socket.
Back to Contents Page Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Dell™ Inspiron™ 1501 Service Manual Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Replacing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer.
Back to Contents Page Display Assembly Dell™ Inspiron™ 1501 Service Manual Removing the Display Assembly Replacing the Display Assembly Display Bezel Display Panel Display Latch CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer.
1 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (2) 2 display cable 3 display cable pull-tab 4 captive screw 5 antenna cables (2) 6 antenna cable channel 7 standby switch 8 display cable connector on system board 9 display cable channel 12. Lift the display up and away from the computer. NOTICE: The standby switch is fragile and easily broken. Avoid knocking the switch when removing and replacing the display.
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer. NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, you must remove the main battery (see Before Working Inside Your Computer) before you begin working inside the computer. Removing the Display Bezel 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Display Assembly). 3.
3. Replace the six rubber display bumpers around the display bezel. Display Panel CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
1 pull-tab on bottom flex-cable connector 2 top flex-cable connector 3 top display-cable connector 4 inverter connector Replacing the Display Panel 1. Reconnect the top display-cable connector to the top flex-cable connector. 2. Reconnect the bottom flex-cable connector to the inverter connector. 3. Replace the display panel inside the display back cover. NOTE: The eight screw locations are numbered. Replace the screws in sequential order. 4.
1. Replace the spring that attaches the latch to the display panel. 2. Align the latch with the display panel and slide the latch to the left to secure it into place.
Back to Contents Page Fan Dell™ Inspiron™ 1501 Service Manual Removing a Fan CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer.
Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ 1501 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the drive is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive. CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
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Back to Contents Page Hinge Cover Dell™ Inspiron™ 1501 Service Manual Removing the Hinge Cover Replacing the Hinge Cover CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer.
Back to Contents Page Keyboard Dell™ Inspiron™ 1501 Service Manual Removing the Keyboard Replacing the Keyboard CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer.
3. Press lightly on the top edges of the keyboard to snap it into place. 4. Replace the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws at the top of the keyboard.
Back to Contents Page Memory Module(s) Dell™ Inspiron™ 1501 Service Manual Removing the Memory Module(s) Replacing the Memory Module(s) CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface.
1 memory module 2 securing clips (2) Replacing the Memory Module(s) NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface. NOTE: To get maximum performance/dual-channel memory bandwidth capability, both memory module connectors must contain memory modules and the modules must be of the same size and configuration.
Back to Contents Page Modem Dell™ Inspiron™ 1501 Service Manual Removing the Modem Replacing the Modem CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer.
NOTICE: Do not disconnect the modem cable from the system board. 5. Disconnect the modem cable from the modem. Replacing the Modem 1. Connect the modem cable to the modem. NOTICE: Ensure that the modem cable is routed correctly when you replace the modem. 2. Align the connector on the bottom of the modem with the modem connector on the system board, and press down on the right side of the modem. 3. Replace the M2 x 3-mm screw.
Back to Contents Page Optical Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ 1501 Service Manual Removing an Optical Drive Your computer ships with a fixed optical drive installed. CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To help prevent damage to drives, store them in a safe, dry place when they are not installed in the computer. Avoid pressing down on them or placing heavy objects on top of them.
Back to Contents Page Palm Rest Dell™ Inspiron™ 1501 Service Manual Removing the Palm Rest CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer.
1 captive screw 9. 2 standby switch connector Lift the palm rest and remove it from the computer.
Back to Contents Page Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors Dell™ Inspiron™ 1501 Service Manual USB Connector Video Connector USB Connector Pin Signal 1 USB5V+ 2 USBP– 3 USBP+ 4 GND Video Connector Pin Signal Pin Signal 1 CRT_R 9 5V+ 2 CRT_G 10 GND 3 CRT_B 11 MONITOR_DETECT– 4 NC 12 DDC_DATA 5 GND 13 CRT_HS 6 GND 14 CRT_VS 7 GND 15 DDC_CLK 8 GND Back to Contents Page
Back to Contents Page Speakers Dell™ Inspiron™ 1501 Service Manual Removing the Speakers CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer.
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Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Inspiron™ 1501 Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing the System Board CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer.
16. 1 Remove the remaining two M2.5 x 5-mm screws from the system board. M2.5 x 5-mm screws (2) 17. Pull out slightly on the back right side of the computer to release the connectors on the system board from the base. 18. Lift the front of the system board and slowly ease the connectors out of the computer base and remove the system board. Replacing the System Board 1. Carefully place the system board into the computer base. 2. Replace the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws in the system board. 3.
14. Replace the memory module(s) (see Replacing the Memory Module(s)). 15. Replace the optical drive (see Replacing an Optical Drive). 16. Replace the hard drive (see Replacing the Hard Drive). 17. Replace the main battery (see Before Working Inside Your Computer). NOTICE: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer. 18. Turn the computer over and turn it on.