Precision 5530 Owners Manual

Precision 5530
Service Manual
Regulatory Model: P56F

Regulatory Type: P56F002
September 2021
Rev. A04
Notes, cautions, and warnings
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your product.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid
the problem.
WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.
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Contents
Chapter 1: Working on your computer........................................................................................... 6

Safety instructions.............................................................................................................................................................. 6
Turning off your computer — Windows 10...................................................................................................................6
Before working inside your computer............................................................................................................................. 7
After working inside your computer................................................................................................................................ 7
Chapter 2: Technology and components........................................................................................ 8

Processors.............................................................................................................................................................................8
Chipset................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Identifying chipset in device manager on Windows 10......................................................................................... 8
Memory features................................................................................................................................................................. 9
Verifying system memory ........................................................................................................................................... 9
Verifying system memory in setup............................................................................................................................ 9
Display...................................................................................................................................................................................10
Identifying display adapter......................................................................................................................................... 10
Changing the screen resolution................................................................................................................................ 10
Connecting to external display devices................................................................................................................... 11
Hard drive............................................................................................................................................................................. 11
Identifying storage device in Windows 10............................................................................................................... 11
USB features........................................................................................................................................................................11
HDMI 1.4............................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Chapter 3: Disassembly and reassembly.......................................................................................15

Base cover........................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Removing the Base Cover......................................................................................................................................... 15
Installing the Base Cover............................................................................................................................................16
Battery..................................................................................................................................................................................16
Lithium-ion battery precautions............................................................................................................................... 16
Removing the Battery................................................................................................................................................. 17
Installing the Battery................................................................................................................................................... 17
PCIe Solid State Drive (SSD)..........................................................................................................................................18
Removing M.2 Solid State Drive -SSD....................................................................................................................18
Installing M.2 Solid State Drive -SSD......................................................................................................................19
Speaker.................................................................................................................................................................................19
Removing the Speakers ........................................................................................................................................ 19
Installing the Speakers............................................................................................................................................... 20
Hard drive............................................................................................................................................................................20
Removing 2.5 inch Hard Drive -optional................................................................................................................20
Installing the Hard Drive -optional...........................................................................................................................22
Keyboard lattice and Keyboard...................................................................................................................................... 22
Removing the Keyboard.............................................................................................................................................22
Installing the Keyboard...............................................................................................................................................24
WLAN card..........................................................................................................................................................................24
Removing the WLAN Card........................................................................................................................................ 24
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Installing the WLAN Card.......................................................................................................................................... 25
Memory modules............................................................................................................................................................... 26
Removing the Memory Modules.............................................................................................................................. 26
Installing the Memory Modules................................................................................................................................ 26
Heat sink ............................................................................................................................................................................ 26
Removing the Heatsink.............................................................................................................................................. 26
Installing the Heatsink................................................................................................................................................ 27
System fan.......................................................................................................................................................................... 28
Removing the Fans .................................................................................................................................................... 28
Installing the Fans....................................................................................................................................................... 30
Power connector port................................................................................................................................................ 30
Audio board..........................................................................................................................................................................31
Removing Audio board................................................................................................................................................ 31
Installing audio board.................................................................................................................................................. 32
Coin-cell battery................................................................................................................................................................ 33
Removing the Coin-Cell Battery.............................................................................................................................. 33
Installing the Coin-Cell Battery................................................................................................................................ 34
Power button..................................................................................................................................................................... 34
Removing power button............................................................................................................................................ 34
Installing power button.............................................................................................................................................. 35
Power button with fingerprint reader -optional.........................................................................................................35
Removing power button with fingerprint reader................................................................................................. 35
Installing power button with fingerprint reader................................................................................................... 36
Display Assembly............................................................................................................................................................... 37
Removing the Display Assembly...............................................................................................................................37
Installing the Display Assembly.................................................................................................................................38
Antenna cover....................................................................................................................................................................38
Removing antenna ..................................................................................................................................................... 38
Installing the antenna cover......................................................................................................................................40
System board..................................................................................................................................................................... 40
Removing the System Board.................................................................................................................................... 40
Installing the System Board...................................................................................................................................... 42
Palm rest............................................................................................................................................................................. 43
Removing the Palm rest Assembly..........................................................................................................................43
Installing the Palm rest Assembly............................................................................................................................ 45
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting......................................................................................................... 46
Handling swollen Lithium-ion batteries........................................................................................................................ 46
Enhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment — ePSA diagnostics............................................................................ 46
Running the ePSA Diagnostics................................................................................................................................. 47
Built-in self-test (BIST)................................................................................................................................................... 47
M-BIST........................................................................................................................................................................... 47
LCD Power rail test (L-BIST)................................................................................................................................... 48
LCD Built-in Self Test (BIST)................................................................................................................................... 48
Beep codes......................................................................................................................................................................... 49
Recovering the operating system................................................................................................................................. 49
Real-Time Clock (RTC Reset)........................................................................................................................................49
Backup media and recovery options.............................................................................................................................49
WiFi power cycle............................................................................................................................................................... 49
Drain residual flea power (perform hard reset)......................................................................................................... 50
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Chapter 5: Getting help............................................................................................................... 51
Contacting Dell................................................................................................................................................................... 51
Contents 5
1
Working on your computer
Safety instructions
Prerequisites
Use the following safety guidelines to protect your computer from potential damage and to ensure your personal safety. Unless
otherwise noted, each procedure included in this document assumes that the following conditions exist:
● You have read the safety information that shipped with your computer.
● A component can be replaced or, if purchased separately, installed by performing the removal procedure in reverse order.
About this task

NOTE: Disconnect all power sources before opening the computer cover or panels. After you finish working inside the
computer, replace all covers, panels, and screws before connecting to the power source.
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
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform
troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or
telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by
your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically
touching an unpainted metal surface at the same time as touching a connector on the back of the computer.
CAUTION: Handle components and cards with care. Do not touch the components or contacts on a card. Hold a
card by its edges or by its metal mounting bracket. Hold a component such as a processor by its edges, not by
its pins.
CAUTION: When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its pull-tab, not on the cable itself. Some
cables have connectors with locking tabs; if you are disconnecting this type of cable, press in on the locking
tabs before you disconnect the cable. As you pull connectors apart, keep them evenly aligned to avoid bending
any connector pins. Also, before you connect a cable, ensure that both connectors are correctly oriented and
aligned.
NOTE: The color of your computer and certain components may appear differently than shown in this document.
Turning off your computer — Windows 10

About this task
CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs before you turn off your
computer or remove the side cover.
Steps
1. Click or tap .
6 Working on your computer

2. Click or tap and then click or tap Shut down.
NOTE: Ensure that the computer and all attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not
automatically turn off when you shut down your operating system, press and hold the power button for about 6 seconds
to turn them off.
Before working inside your computer

Steps
1. Ensure that your work surface is flat and clean to prevent the computer cover from being scratched.
2. Turn off your computer.
3. Disconnect all network cables from the computer (if available).
CAUTION: If your computer has an RJ45 port, disconnect the network cable by first unplugging the cable
from your computer.
4. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets.
5. Open the display.
6. Press and hold the power button for few seconds, to ground the system board.
CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before
performing Step # 8.
CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by
periodically touching an unpainted metal surface at the same time as touching a connector on the back
of the computer.
7. Remove any installed ExpressCards or Smart Cards from the appropriate slots.
After working inside your computer

About this task
After you complete any replacement procedure, ensure that you connect any external devices, cards, and cables before turning
on your computer.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the computer, use only the battery designed for this particular Dell computer. Do
not use batteries designed for other Dell computers.
Steps
1. Connect any external devices, such as a port replicator or media base, and replace any cards, such as an ExpressCard.
2. Connect any telephone or network cables to your computer.
CAUTION: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network device and then plug it into the
computer.
3. Connect your computer and all attached devices to their electrical outlets.
4. Turn on your computer.
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2
Technology and components
This chapter details the technology and components available in the system.
Processors
The Precision 5530 is shipped with Intel 8th generation core processor technology. Processors supported on this platform are:
8th Generation:
Intel Core i9 (6-core 2.9GHz, 4.8GHz Turbo, 12MB 45W, w/ Intel UHD Graphics 630)
Intel Xeon E-2176M (6-core 2.7GHz, 4.4GHz Turbo, 12MB 45W, w/ Intel UHD Graphics P630)
NOTE: The clock speed and performance varies depending on the workload and other variables.
Chipset
The chipset is Intel CM246.
Identifying chipset in device manager on Windows 10

About this task
NOTE: The Chipset information displayed is a generic image and may be different from what is displayed.
Steps
1. Type Device Manager in the Ask me anything field.
Device Manager window appears.
2. Expand System Devices and search for the chipset.
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Memory features
The Precision 5530 supports the following memory configurations:
● 32 GB 2666 MHz DDR4—2x16G
● 16 GB 2666 MHz DDR4—1x16G
● 16 GB 2666 MHz DDR4—2x8G
● 8 GB 2666 MHz DDR4—1x8G
● 8 GB 2666 MHz DDR4—2x4G
Verifying system memory
Windows 10
1. Click the Windows button and select All Settings > System .
2. Under System, click About.
Verifying system memory in setup

Steps
1. Turn on or restart your .
2. When the Dell logo appears, press F2.
Entering BIOS setup message appears.
3. On the left pane, select Settings > General > System Information,
The memory information is displayed on the right pane.
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Testing memory using ePSA
Steps
1. Turn on or restart your computer.
2. Press F12 or press Fn+PWR to invoke the ePSA diagnostics.
The PreBoot System Assessment (PSA) starts on your computer.
NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the login screen/
desktop screen. Turn off the computer and try again.
Results
If the memory test results in 25 or less errors, then the RMT basic feature automatically fixes the issues. The test will indicate
a pass result since the defect(s) have been removed. If the memory test results in 26 - 50 errors, the RMT basic feature masks
the defective memory blocks and results in pass with no memory replacement requirement. If the memory test results in more
than 50 errors, then the test is stalled and the result indicates that memory module replacement is required.
Display
Display section details on identifying the display adapter from the display manager along with steps on how change the screen
resolution. It also contains information about connecting multiple monitors.
Identifying display adapter

Steps
1. Type Device manager in the Ask me anything field.
The Display Manager window is displayed.
2. Expand the Display adapters.
The display adapter information is displayed.
Figure 1. display adapter
Changing the screen resolution

Steps
1. Right click on the desktop and select Display Settings.
2. Tap or click the Advanced display settings.
3. Select the required resolution from the drop-down list and tap Apply.

Connecting to external display devices
About this task
Follow these steps to connect your computer to an external display device:
Steps
1. Ensure that the projector is turned on and plug the projector cable into a video port on your computer.
2. Press the Windows logo+P key.
3. Select one of the following modes:
● PC screen only
● Duplicate
● Extend
● Second Screen only
NOTE: For more information, see the document that is shipped with your display device.
Hard drive
This section explains how to identify the hard drive type installed in the system.
Identifying storage device in Windows 10
Steps
1. Type Device Manager in I'm Cortana, Ask me anything field.
The Device Manager window is displayed.
2. Click Disk Drives.
The storage devices installed in the system are displayed.
USB features
Universal Serial Bus, or USB, was introduced in 1996. It dramatically simplified the connection between host computers and
peripheral devices like mice, keyboards, external drivers, and printers.
Let's take a quick look on the USB evolution referencing to the table below.

Table 1. USB evolution
Type Data Transfer Rate Category Introduction Year
USB 2.0 480 Mbps High Speed 2000
USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 5 Gbps Super Speed 2010
1
USB 3.1 Gen 2 10 Gbps Super Speed 2013
USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 (SuperSpeed USB)

For years, the USB 2.0 has been firmly entrenched as the de facto interface standard in the PC world with about 6 billion
devices sold, and yet the need for more speed grows by ever faster computing hardware and ever greater bandwidth demands.
The USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 finally has the answer to the consumers' demands with a theoretically 10 times faster than its
predecessor. In a nutshell, USB 3.1 Gen 1 features are as follows:
● Higher transfer rates (up to 5 Gbps)
● Increased maximum bus power and increased device current draw to better accommodate power-hungry devices
● New power management features
● Full-duplex data transfers and support for new transfer types
● Backward USB 2.0 compatibility
● New connectors and cable
The topics below cover some of the most commonly asked questions regarding USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1.
Speed
Currently, there are 3 speed modes defined by the latest USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 specification. They are Super-Speed, Hi-Speed
and Full-Speed. The new SuperSpeed mode has a transfer rate of 4.8Gbps. While the specification retains Hi-Speed, and
Full-Speed USB mode, commonly known as USB 2.0 and 1.1 respectively, the slower modes still operate at 480Mbps and 12Mbps
respectively and are kept to maintain backward compatibility.
USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 achieves the much higher performance by the technical changes below:
● An additional physical bus that is added in parallel with the existing USB 2.0 bus (refer to the picture below).
● USB 2.0 previously had four wires (power, ground, and a pair for differential data); USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 adds four more
for two pairs of differential signals (receive and transmit) for a combined total of eight connections in the connectors and
cabling.
● USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 utilizes the bidirectional data interface, rather than USB 2.0's half-duplex arrangement. This gives a
10-fold increase in theoretical bandwidth.

With today's ever increasing demands placed on data transfers with high-definition video content, terabyte storage devices,
high megapixel count digital cameras etc., USB 2.0 may not be fast enough. Furthermore, no USB 2.0 connection could ever
come close to the 480Mbps theoretical maximum throughput, making data transfer at around 320Mbps (40MB/s) — the actual
real-world maximum. Similarly, USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 connections will never achieve 4.8Gbps. We will likely see a real-world
maximum rate of 400MB/s with overheads. At this speed, USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 is a 10x improvement over USB 2.0.
Applications
USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 opens up the laneways and provides more headroom for devices to deliver a better overall
experience. Where USB video was barely tolerable previously (both from a maximum resolution, latency, and video compression
perspective), it's easy to imagine that with 5-10 times the bandwidth available, USB video solutions should work that much
better. Single-link DVI requires almost 2Gbps throughput. Where 480Mbps was limiting, 5Gbps is more than promising. With its
promised 4.8Gbps speed, the standard will find its way into some products that previously weren't USB territory, like external
RAID storage systems.
Listed below are some of the available SuperSpeed USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 products:
● External Desktop USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Hard Drives
● Portable USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Hard Drives
● USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Drive Docks & Adapters
● USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Flash Drives & Readers
● USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Solid-state Drives
● USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 RAIDs
● Optical Media Drives
● Multimedia Devices
● Networking
● USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Adapter Cards & Hubs
Compatibility
The good news is that USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 has been carefully planned from the start to peacefully co-exist with USB 2.0.
First of all, while USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 specifies new physical connections and thus new cables to take advantage of the
higher speed capability of the new protocol, the connector itself remains the same rectangular shape with the four USB 2.0
contacts in the exact same location as before. Five new connections to carry receive and transmitted data independently are
present on USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 cables and only come into contact when connected to a proper SuperSpeed USB connection.
Windows 8/10 will be bringing native support for USB 3.1 Gen 1 controllers. This is in contrast to previous versions of Windows,
which continue to require separate drivers for USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 controllers.
Microsoft announced that Windows 7 would have USB 3.1 Gen 1 support, perhaps not on its immediate release, but in a
subsequent Service Pack or update. It is not out of the question to think that following a successful release of USB 3.0/USB 3.1
Gen 1 support in Windows 7, SuperSpeed support would trickle down to Vista. Microsoft has confirmed this by stating that most
of their partners share the opinion that Vista should also support USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1.
HDMI 1.4
This topic explains the HDMI 1.4 and its features along with the advantages.
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. HDMI
provides an interface between any compatible digital audio/video source, such as a DVD player, or A/V receiver and a
compatible digital audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital TV (DTV). The intended applications for HDMI TVs, and DVD
players. The primary advantage is cable reduction and content protection provisions. HDMI supports standard, enhanced, or
high-definition video, plus multichannel digital audio on a single cable.
NOTE: The HDMI 1.4 will provide 5.1 channel audio support.
HDMI 1.4 Features

● HDMI Ethernet Channel - Adds high-speed networking to an HDMI link, allowing users to take full advantage of their
IP-enabled devices without a separate Ethernet cable

● Audio Return Channel - Allows an HDMI-connected TV with a built-in tuner to send audio data "upstream" to a surround
audio system, eliminating the need for a separate audio cable
● 3D - Defines input/output protocols for major 3D video formats, paving the way for true 3D gaming and 3D home theater
applications
● Content Type - Real-time signaling of content types between display and source devices, enabling a TV to optimize picture
settings based on content type
● Additional Color Spaces - Adds support for additional color models used in digital photography and computer graphics
● 4K Support - Enables video resolutions far beyond 1080p, supporting next-generation displays that will rival the Digital
Cinema systems used in many commercial movie theaters
● HDMI Micro Connector - A new, smaller connector for phones and other portable devices, supporting video resolutions up
to 1080p
● Automotive Connection System - New cables and connectors for automotive video systems, designed to meet the unique
demands of the motoring environment while delivering true HD quality
Advantages of HDMI
● Quality HDMI transfers uncompressed digital audio and video for the highest, crispest image quality.
● Low -cost HDMI provides the quality and functionality of a digital interface while also supporting uncompressed video
formats in a simple, cost-effective manner
● Audio HDMI supports multiple audio formats from standard stereo to multichannel surround sound
● HDMI combines video and multichannel audio into a single cable, eliminating the cost, complexity, and confusion of multiple
cables currently used in A/V systems
● HDMI supports communication between the video source (such as a DVD player) and the DTV, enabling new functionality

3
Disassembly and reassembly
Base cover
Removing the Base Cover
Steps
1. Follow the procedures in Before Working Inside Your Computer.
2. Close the display and turn the computer over.
3. Turn the system badge flap over and then remove the M2x3 T5 (10), M2x8.5 (2) screws that secure the base cover to the
computer [1,2].
NOTE: Use a Torx #5 screwdriver for the base screws and a Philips screwdriver for the two M2x8.5 screws inside the
badge flap.
4. Pry the edges of the base cover and lift it to remove it from the computer.
Disassembly and reassembly 15

Installing the Base Cover
Steps
1. Place the base cover on the computer and snap it in place.
2. Tighten the M2x3 T5 (10), M2x8 (2) screws to secure the base cover to the computer.
NOTE: Ensure you use a Torx #5 screwdriver for the base screws and a Philips screwdriver for the two M2x8 system
badge screws.
3. Turn the system badge flap over and snap it in place.

4. Follow the procedures in After Working Inside Your Computer.
Battery
Lithium-ion battery precautions
CAUTION:
● Exercise caution when handling Lithium-ion batteries.
● Discharge the battery as much as possible before removing it from the system. This can be done by
disconnecting the AC adapter from the system to allow the battery to drain.
● Do not crush, drop, mutilate, or penetrate the battery with foreign objects.
● Do not expose the battery to high temperatures, or disassemble battery packs and cells.
● Do not apply pressure to the surface of the battery.
● Do not bend the battery.
● Do not use tools of any kind to pry on or against the battery.
● Ensure any screws during the servicing of this product are not lost or misplaced, to prevent accidental
puncture or damage to the battery and other system components.
● If the battery gets stuck inside your computer as a result of swelling, do not try to release it as puncturing,
bending, or crushing a lithium-ion battery can be dangerous. In such an instance, contact Dell technical
support for assistance. See www.dell.com/contactdell.
● Always purchase genuine batteries from www.dell.com or authorized Dell partners and resellers.
16 Disassembly and reassembly

Removing the Battery
About this task
NOTE: Discharge the battery as much as possible before removing from the system. This can be done by disconnecting the
A/C adapter from the system (while the system is turned on) to allow the system to drain the battery.
NOTE: System shipped with 3-Cell battery has 4 screws, the hard drive will be part of the configuration (Optional).
Steps
2. Remove the base cover
3. Perform the following steps to remove the battery:
a. Disconnect the battery cable from the system board [1].
b. Remove the M2x4 (7) screws that secure the battery to the computer [2].
c. Lift the battery off the computer [3].
● Do not apply pressure to the surface of the battery
● Do not bend
● Do not use tools of any kind to pry on or against the battery
● If a battery cannot be removed within the constraints above, please contact Dell technical support
Installing the Battery

Steps
1. Place and align the battery in the battery bay.
2. Tighten the M2x4 (7) screws that secure the battery to the computer.
3. Connect the battery cable to the system board.

4. Install the base cover.
PCIe Solid State Drive (SSD)

Removing M.2 Solid State Drive -SSD
Steps
1. Follow the procedures in Before Working Inside Your Computer
2. Remove the:
a. base cover
b. battery
3. Remove the M2x3 (1) screw that secures the M.2 solid-state drive (SSD) to the system board [1].
4. Lift the M.2 solid-state drive (SSD) from the system board [2].
5. Pull the SSD card thermal pad to access the bare SSD card.

Installing M.2 Solid State Drive -SSD
Steps
1. Adhere the thermal pad to the M.2 solid-state drive.
NOTE: The thermal pad is applicable only for a PCIe SSD card.
2. Slide the M.2 solid-state drive at an angle into the solid-state drive slot.
3. Press the other end of the solid-state drive down and replace the M2x3 (1) screw that secures the solid-state drive to the
system board.
4. Install the:
a. battery
b. base cover
Speaker
Removing the Speakers
Steps
2. Remove the:
a. base cover
b. battery
3. Perform the following steps to remove the speaker:
a. Disconnect the speaker cable from the system board [1].
b. Remove the M2x2 (4) screws that secure the speakers to the computer [2].
c. Lift the speakers, along with the speaker cable, off the computer [3].

Installing the Speakers
Steps
1. Using the alignment posts, place the speakers on the palm-rest assembly.
2. Replace the M2x2 (4) screws that secure the speakers to the palm-rest assembly.
3. Route the speaker cables through the routing guides on the palm-rest assembly.
4. Connect the speaker cable to the system board.
5. Install the:
a. battery
b. base cover
Hard drive
Removing 2.5 inch Hard Drive -optional
Steps
2. Remove the:
a. base cover
b. battery
NOTE: System shipped with 3-Cell battery, the hard drive will be part of the configuration (Optional).
3. Perform the following steps to remove the hard-drive bracket from the computer:
a. Remove the M2x4 (4) screws securing the hard-drive bracket to the computer [1].
b. Lift the hard-drive cage [2] off the hard drive assembly [3].

4. Perform the following steps to remove the hard-drive:
a. Disconnect the hard-drive cable from the system board [1].
b. Lift the hard drive off the palm rest assembly [2].
5. Disconnect the hard drive interposer from the hard drive assembly and then remove the hard drive covers away from the
hard drive [1,2].

Installing the Hard Drive -optional
Steps
1. Replace the hard-drive covers on the hard drive.
2. Connect the hard-drive interposer to the hard-drive assembly.
3. Place the hard-drive assembly on the palm-rest assembly.
4. Connect the hard-drive cable to the system board.
5. Align the screw holes on the hard-drive cage with the screw holes on the hard-drive assembly.
6. Replace the M2x4 (4) screws that secure the hard-drive cage to the palm-rest assembly.
7. Install the:
a. battery
b. base cover
Keyboard lattice and Keyboard

Removing the Keyboard
Steps
2. Remove the:
a. base cover
b. battery
c. fans
d. heatsink assembly
e. SSD
f. memory modules
g. system board
3. Perform the following steps to disconnect the keyboard and backlight connectors from the computer.
a. Lift up the latch [1] and the disconnect the cables from the connectors [2].
b. Peel back the screw shields [3].

4. Un-route the Keyboard cable [1] and then remove the M1.6 x 1.5 (31) screws that secure the keyboard to the computer [2].
5. Disconnect the cable from the connector on the system board.

6. Remove the screw (2) that secures the keyboard pad to the system board.
7. Lift and remove the keyboard from the system chassis.

Installing the Keyboard
Steps
1. Adhere the Mylar to the keyboard.
2. Align the screw holes on the keyboard with the screw holes on the palm-rest assembly.
3. Replace the M1.6 x 1.5 (31) screws that secure the keyboard to the palm-rest assembly.
4. Adhere the Mylar to the screws that secure the keyboard to the palm-rest assembly.
5. Connect the keyboard cable and keyboard-backlight cable to the keyboard-controls board.
6. Install the:
a. System Board
b. Hard drive
c. Base cover
WLAN card
Removing the WLAN Card
Steps
2. Remove the:
a. base cover
b. battery

3. Perform the following steps to remove the WLAN card:
a. Remove the captive screw to release the bracket that secures the WLAN card to the computer [1] and lift the bracket
away from the computer [2].
b. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN card [3].
c. Slide and remove the WLAN card from its connector on the board [4].
Installing the WLAN Card

Steps
1. Align the notch on the WLAN card with the tab on the WLAN-card connector on the system board.
2. Align the bracket which secures the WLAN card to the palmrest assembly.
3. Connect the antenna cables to the WLAN card.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the WLAN card, do not place any cables under it.
NOTE: The color of the antenna cables is visible near the tip of the cables. The antenna-cable color scheme for the
WLAN card supported by your computer is as follows:
Table 2. Antenna-Cable Color Scheme for the WLAN Card

Connectors on the WLAN card Antenna-cable color
Main (white triangle) white
Auxiliary (black triangle) black
Multiple input, multiple output (grey triangle) Grey (optional)
4. Tighten the captive screw to secure the bracket and the WLAN card to the palmrest assembly.
5. Install the:
a. Battery
b. Base cover
6. Follow the procedures in After Working Inside Your Computer

Memory modules
Removing the Memory Modules
Steps
2. Remove the:
a. base cover
b. battery
3. Pry the securing clips away from the memory module until it pops-up [1]. Then, remove the memory module from its
connector on the system board [2].
Installing the Memory Modules

Steps
1. Insert the memory module into the memory socket.
2. Press the memory module down until it clicks into place.
NOTE: If you do not hear the click, remove the memory module and re-install it.
3. Install the:
a. Battery
b. Base cover
Heat sink
Removing the Heatsink
Steps
2. Remove the:

CAUTION: The heat sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sufficient time for the heat sink to
cool before you touch.
NOTE: The Heatsink removal screw may vary depending upon the type of Heatsink installed.
a. base cover
b. battery
3. Remove the M2x3 (5) screws that secure the heatsink to the system board.
NOTE: Ensure to remove the screws in the order (1,2,3,4,5). See the printed image number order on the top of
heatsink.
4. Lift the heatsink away from the system board [2].
Installing the Heatsink

Steps
1. Align the heatsink with the screw holes on the system board.
2. Replace the M2x3 (5) screws to secure the heatsink to the system board.
NOTE: Ensure to replace the screws in the order (1,2,3,4,5). See the printed image number order on the top of heatsink
3. Install the:
a. Battery
b. Base cover

System fan
Removing the Fans
Steps
2. Remove the:
a. base cover
b. battery
3. Perform the following steps to remove the left video-card fan:
a. Release the Mylar tape that secures the cable to the system board [1].
b. Disconnect the fan cable from the system board [2]
c. Remove the M2x4 (2) screws that secure the fan to the system board [3].
d. Lift the fan away from the computer [4]
4. Perform the following steps to remove the right system fan:

a. Remove the M2x4 (2) screws and lift the metal bracket that holds the left video-card fan to the system board [1].
b. Lift the metal bracket that secures the DisplayPort over Type-C [2].

c. Disconnect the display cable from the system board [1].
d. Un-route the display cable from the restraints [2]
e. Disconnect the system fan cable from the system board [3].
f. Remove the M2x4 (2) screws that secure the system fan to the system board [4].
g. Lift the fan away from the laptop [5].

Installing the Fans
Steps
1. Perform the following steps to install the system fan:
a. Align the screw holes on the left fan with the screw holes on the palm-rest assembly.
b. Connect the left fan cable to the system board.
c. Route the display cable through the routing guides on the left fan.
d. Replace the M2x4 (2) screws that secure the left fan to the system board.
e. Align the right fan to the system board.
f. Route the touch-screen cable through the routing guides on the right fan.
g. Connect the touch-screen cable to the system board.
h. Connect the fan cable to the connector to the system board.
i. Replace the Mylar tape that secures the cable to the system board
j. Align the metal brackets that secure touch-screen cable and DisplayPort Over Type-C cable.
k. Replace the M2x4 (2) screws that secure the metal brackets and right fan to the system board.
a. Install the Base cover
Power connector port
Removing the DC-in Connector

Steps

2. Remove the:
a. base cover
b. battery
3. Perform the following steps to remove the I/O board:
a. Disconnect the DC-in cable from the connector to the system board [1].
b. Remove the M2x3 screw that secures the DC-in connector to the computer [2].
c. Lift the DC-in connector from the computer [3].
Installing the DC-in Adapter Port

Steps
1. Place the DC-in adapter port into the slot on the palm-rest assembly.
2. Route the power-adapter port cable through its routing guides on the palm-rest assembly.
3. Replace the M2x3 screw that secures the power-adapter port to the palm-rest assembly.
4. Connect the power-adapter port cable to the system board.
5. Install the:
a. Battery
b. Base cover
Audio board
Removing Audio board
Steps
2. Remove the:
a. base cover
b. battery
c. WLAN card
d. hard drive
e. fans
f. heatsink assembly

g. memory modules
h. system board
3. Perform the following steps to remove the audio board:
a. Turn the system board over.
b. Remove the M2x3 (2) screws that secure the audio board to the system board [1].
c. Lift up the audio board [2].
Installing audio board

Steps
1. Align the audio port in the slot of the system board.
2. Replace the M2x3 (2) screws to secure the audio board to the system board.
3. Turn the system board over.
4. Install the:
a. System Board
b. Memory
c. Heatsink assembly
d. Fans
e. Hard drive
f. WLAN card
g. Battery
h. Base cover

Coin-cell battery
Removing the Coin-Cell Battery
Steps
CAUTION: Removing the coin-cell battery re-sets the BIOS settings to default. It is recommended that you
note the BIOS settings before removing the coin-cell battery.
2. Remove the:
a. base cover
b. battery
c. WLAN card
d. hard drive
e. fans
g. memory modules
h. system board
3. Perform the following steps to remove the coin-cell battery:
a. Turn the system board over.
b. Disconnect the coin-cell battery cable from the system board [1].
c. Lift up the coin-cell battery [2].

Installing the Coin-Cell Battery
Steps
1. Replace the coin-cell battery in its slot in the computer.
2. Connect the coin-cell battery cable to the system board.
3. Turn the system board over.
4. Install the:
a. System Board
b. Memory
c. Heatsink assembly
d. Fans
e. Hard drive
f. WLAN card
g. Battery
h. Base cover
Power button
Removing power button
Steps
2. Remove the:
a. base cover
b. battery
3. Perform the following steps to remove the power button:
NOTE: There are two power button options:
● Power button function with light indicator.
● Power button with fingerprint reader function without light indicator. (optional)
a. Remove the M2x4 (2) screws that secure the power button module to the system board [1].
b. Lift the power button away from the system chassis [2].

Installing power button
Steps
1. Align the power button into the slot on the system chassis.
2. Replace the M2x4 (2) screws that secure the power button to the system board.
3. Install the:
a. Battery
b. Base cover
Power button with fingerprint reader -optional

Removing power button with fingerprint reader
Steps
2. Remove the:
a. base cover
b. battery
3. Perform the following steps to remove the power button:
a. Remove the M2x4 (2) screws that secure the power button to the system board [1].

● Power button with fingerprint reader function without light indicator (optional).
b. Release the Mylar tape that secures the power button board to the system chassis [2].
c. Remove the M2x3 screw that secures the power button board to the system chassis [3].
d. Disconnect and release the adhesive data cable from the system chassis [4]
e. Lift the power button board away from the system chassis [5].
Installing power button with fingerprint reader

Steps
1. Place the power button into the slot on the system chassis.
● Power button with fingerprint reader function without light indicator (optional).
2. Connect the adhesive data cable to the system chassis .

3. Replace the M2x3 screw that secures the power button board to the system chassis.
4. Replace the Mylar tape that secures the power button board to the system chassis.
5. Replace the M2x4 (2) screws that secure the power button to the system board.
6. Install the:
a. Battery
b. Base cover

Display Assembly
Removing the Display Assembly
Steps
2. Remove the:
a. base cover
b. battery
3. Perform the following steps:
a. Release the Mylar tape that secures the display cable to the system board [1].
b. Lift the latch and disconnect the display cable from the connector on the system board [2].
c. Release the Mylar tape that secures the display cable to the system board [3].
d. Remove the M2x4 (2) screws and lift the metal bracket that holds the left video-card fan to the system board [4].
e. Un-route the display cable from the restraints clips [5]
f. Disconnect the display cable from the system board [6].
4. To remove the display assembly:

a. Place the computer at the edge of a flat surface and remove the M2.5x5 (6) screws securing the display assembly to the
system chassis [1].
b. Lift the display assembly away from the system chassis [2].

Installing the Display Assembly
Steps
1. Place the palm-rest assembly at the edge of the table with the speakers facing away from the edge.
2. Align the screw holes on the palm-rest assembly with the screw holes on the display hinges.
3. Replace the M2.5 x 5 (6) screws that secure the display hinges to the palm-rest assembly.
4. Route thetouchscreen cable through the routing guides on the fan.
5. Connect thetouchscreen cable and display cable to the system board.
6. Replace the screw (2) that secures the display-cable bracket to the system board.
7. Install the:
a. Battery
b. Base cover
Antenna cover
Removing antenna
Steps

2. Remove the:
a. base cover
b. battery
c. WLAN card
d. display assembly
3. Gently place the system on a flat surface .
4. Rotate the hinges to angle 45° to release the antenna cable.
5. Slide and lift the antenna cover away from the display assembly.
6. To remove the antenna module:

a. Remove the copper tapes that secure the antenna module [1].

b. Remove the M2x4 (4) screws and lift the metal brackets that secure the antenna cable [2,3].
Installing the antenna cover

Steps
1. Replace the antenna cover on the display assembly.
2. Turn the display hinges to the normal position.
3. Install the:
a. Display assembly
b. WLAN card
c. Battery
d. Base cover
System board
Removing the System Board
Steps
2. Remove the:
a. base cover
b. battery
c. fans
d. heatsink assembly

e. WLAN
f. hard drive (optional)
g. keyboard
h. SSD
i. memory modules
NOTE: Your computer’s Service Tag is located under the system badge flap. You must enter the Service Tag in the
BIOS after you replace the system board.
NOTE: Before disconnecting the cables from the system board, note the location of the connectors so that you can
re-connect them correctly after you replace the system board.
3. To remove the system board:

a. Lift the latch and disconnect the touchpad cable [1].
b. Lift the latch and disconnect the keyboard controller board cable [2].
c. Disconnect the power connector port cable from the system board [3].
d. Disconnect the speaker cable from the connector from the system board [4].
e. Peel the adhesive tape and lift the latch to remove the fingerprint cable [5]
f. Lift the plastic lever and disconnect the display touchscreen cable [6]
g. Peel the adhesive tape to release the touch screen cable.
4. Perform the following steps to remove the system board from the chassis:
a. Remove the M2x4 (4) screws that secure the system board to the computer [1].
b. Lift the system board from the computer [2].

Installing the System Board
Steps
1. Hold the system board at the center. Avoid holding the system board by the "neck" area to avoid damaging it.
2. Replace the M2x4 (4) screws that secure the system board to the palm-rest assembly.
3. Angle the system board onto the palm-rest assembly with the SD-card slot side. Angling it this way while mounting the
system board gives sufficient clearance as the audio daughter-board is beneath the other side of the system board.

4. Connect the power-adapter port cable, speaker cable, keyboard-control board cable, touchpad cable, and touch-screen
cable to the system board.
5. Connect the display cable to the system board.
6. Align the display-cable bracket with the screw hole on the system board and replace the screw (2).
7. Install the:
a. Memory
b. SSD
c. Keyboard
d. Heatsink assembly
e. Fans
f. Hard drive(optional)
g. WLAN card
h. Battery
i. Base cover
Palm rest
Removing the Palm rest Assembly
Steps
2. Remove the:
a. base cover
b. battery
c. WLAN card
d. hard drive
e. fans
f. speakers
g. heatsink assembly
h. memory modules
i. system board
j. display assembly

k. power connector port
l. keyboard
3. After performing the above steps, we are left with the palm rest assembly.
Figure 2. Power button with light indicator

Figure 3. Fingerprint reader function without light indicator
Installing the Palm rest Assembly

Steps
1. Align the palm rest assembly on the display assembly.
2. Tighten the screws to secure the display hinges to the palm rest assembly.
3. Press down on the palm rest assembly to close the display.
4. Install the:
a. keyboard
b. system board
c. power connector port
d. display assembly
e. fans
g. speakers
h. WLAN card
i. hard drive(optional)
j. memory modules
k. battery
l. base cover

4
Troubleshooting
Handling swollen Lithium-ion batteries

Like most laptops, Dell laptops use lithium-ion batteries. One type of lithium-ion battery is the lithium-ion polymer battery.
Lithium-ion polymer batteries have increased in popularity in recent years and have become standard in the electronics industry
due to customer preferences for a slim form factor (especially with newer ultra-thin laptops) and long battery life. Inherent to
lithium-ion polymer battery technology is the potential for swelling of the battery cells.
Swollen battery may impact the performance of the laptop. To prevent possible further damage to the device enclosure or
internal components leading to malfunction, discontinue the use of the laptop and discharge it by disconnecting the AC adapter
and letting the battery drain.
Swollen batteries should not be used and should be replaced and disposed of properly. We recommend contacting Dell product
support for options to replace a swollen battery under the terms of the applicable warranty or service contract, including options
for replacement by a Dell authorized service technician.
The guidelines for handling and replacing Lithium-ion batteries are as follows:
● Exercise caution when handling Lithium-ion batteries.
● Discharge the battery before removing it from the system. To discharge the battery, unplug the AC adapter from the system
and operate the system only on battery power. When the system will no longer power on when the power button is pressed,
the battery is fully discharged.
● Do not crush, drop, mutilate, or penetrate the battery with foreign objects.
● Do not expose the battery to high temperatures, or disassemble battery packs and cells.
● Do not apply pressure to the surface of the battery.
● Do not bend the battery.
● Do not use tools of any type to pry on or against the battery.
● If a battery gets stuck in a device as a result of swelling, do not try to free it as puncturing, bending, or crushing a battery
can be dangerous.
● Do not attempt to reassemble a damaged or swollen battery into a laptop.
● Swollen batteries that are covered under warranty should be returned to Dell in an approved shipping container (provided
by Dell)—this is to comply with transportation regulations. Swollen batteries that are not covered under warranty should be
disposed of at an approved recycling center. Contact Dell product support at https://www.dell.com/support for assistance
and further instructions.
● Using a non-Dell or incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Replace the battery only with a
compatible battery purchased from Dell that is designed to work with your Dell computer. Do not use a battery from other
computers with your computer. Always purchase genuine batteries from https://www.dell.com or otherwise directly from
Dell.
Lithium-ion batteries can swell for various reasons such as age, number of charge cycles, or exposure to high heat. For more
information on how to improve the performance and lifespan of the laptop battery and to minimize the possibility of occurrence
of the issue, see Dell Laptop Battery - Frequently Asked Questions.
Enhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment — ePSA

diagnostics
About this task
The ePSA diagnostics (also known as system diagnostics) performs a complete check of your hardware. The ePSA is embedded
with the BIOS and is launched by the BIOS internally. The embedded system diagnostics provides a set of options for particular
devices or device groups allowing you to:
The ePSA diagnostics can be initiated by the FN+PWR buttons while powering on the computer.
46 Troubleshooting
● Run tests automatically or in an interactive mode
● Repeat tests
● Display or save test results
● Run thorough tests to introduce additional test options to provide extra information about the failed device(s)
● View status messages that inform you if tests are completed successfully
● View error messages that inform you of problems encountered during testing
NOTE: Some tests for specific devices require user interaction. Always ensure that you are present at the computer
terminal when the diagnostic tests are performed.
Running the ePSA Diagnostics

About this task
Invoke diagnostics boot by either of the methods that are suggested below:
Steps
1. Power on the computer.
2. As the computer boots, press the F12 key when the Dell logo is displayed.
3. In the boot menu screen, use Up/Down arrow key to select the Diagnostics option and then press Enter.
NOTE: The Enhanced Pre-boot System Assessment window displays, listing all devices detected in the computer.
The diagnostics starts running the tests on all the detected devices.
4. Press the arrow in the lower-right corner to go to the page listing.

The detected items are listed and tested.
5. To run a diagnostic test on a specific device, press Esc and click Yes to stop the diagnostic test.
6. Select the device from the left pane and click Run Tests.
7. If there are any issues, error codes are displayed.
Note the error code and contact Dell.
Built-in self-test (BIST)

M-BIST
M-BIST (Built In Self-Test) is the system board's built-in self-test diagnostics tool that improves the diagnostics accuracy of
system board embedded controller (EC) failures.
NOTE: M-BIST can be manually initiated before POST (Power On Self Test).
How to run M-BIST

NOTE: M-BIST must be initiated on the system from a power-off state either connected to AC power or with battery only.
1. Press and hold both the M key on the keyboard and the power button to initiate M-BIST.
2. With both the M key and the power button held down, the battery indicator LED may exhibit two states:
a. OFF: No fault detected with the system board
b. AMBER: Indicates a problem with the system board
3. If there is a failure with the system board, the battery status LED will flash one of the following error codes for 30 seconds:
Table 3. LED error codes

Blinking Pattern Possible Problem
Amber White
2 1 CPU Failure
Troubleshooting 47
Table 3. LED error codes (continued)
Blinking Pattern Possible Problem
Amber White
2 8 LCD Power Rail Failure
1 1 TPM Detection Failure
2 4 Unrecoverable SPI Failure
4. If there is no failure with the system board, the LCD will cycle through the solid color screens described in the LCD-BIST
section for 30 seconds and then power off.
LCD Power rail test (L-BIST)

L-BIST is an enhancement to the single LED error code diagnostics and is automatically initiated during POST. L-BIST will check
the LCD power rail. If there is no power being supplied to the LCD (i.e., the L-BIST circuit fails), the battery status LED will flash
either an error code [2,8] or an error code [2,7].
NOTE: If L-BIST fails, LCD-BIST cannot function as no power will be supplied to the LCD.
How to invoke L-BIST Test:

1. Press the power button to start the system.
2. If the system does not start up normally, look at the battery status LED:
● If the battery status LED flashes an error code [2,7], the display cable may not be connected properly.
● If the battery status LED flashes an error code [2,8], there is a failure on the LCD power rail of the system board, hence
there is no power supplied to the LCD.
3. For cases, when a [2,7] error code is shown, check to see if the display cable is properly connected.
4. For cases when a [2,8] error code is shown, replace the system board.
LCD Built-in Self Test (BIST)

Dell laptops have a built-in diagnostic tool that helps you determine if the screen abnormality you are experiencing is an inherent
problem with the LCD (screen) of the Dell laptop or with the video card (GPU) and PC settings.
When you notice screen abnormalities like flickering, distortion, clarity issues, fuzzy or blurry image, horizontal or vertical lines,
color fade etc., it is always a good practice to isolate the LCD (screen) by running the Built-In Self Test (BIST).
How to invoke LCD BIST Test

1. Power off the Dell laptop.
2. Disconnect any peripherals that are connected to the laptop. Connect only the AC adapter (charger) to the laptop.
3. Ensure that the LCD (screen) is clean (no dust particles on the surface of the screen).
4. Press and hold D key and Power on the laptop to enter LCD built-in self test (BIST) mode. Continue to hold the D key, until
the system boots up.
5. The screen will display solid colors and change colors on the entire screen to white, black, red, green, and blue twice.
6. Then it will display the colors white, black and red.
7. Carefully inspect the screen for abnormalities (any lines, fuzzy color or distortion on the screen).
8. At the end of the last solid color (red), the system will shut down.
NOTE: Dell SupportAssist Pre-boot diagnostics upon launch, initiates an LCD BIST first, expecting a user intervention
confirm functionality of the LCD.
48 Troubleshooting
Beep codes
NOTE: Some notebook systems use a sequence of audible beeps to give an indication as to possible failed hardware
components. Please see 000132041 table to help troubleshoot your computer for more information on how to diagnose and
troubleshoot these codes.
Recovering the operating system

When your computer is unable to boot to the operating system even after repeated attempts, it automatically starts Dell
SupportAssist OS Recovery.
Dell SupportAssist OS Recovery is a standalone tool that is preinstalled in all Dell computers installed with Windows operating
system. It consists of tools to diagnose and troubleshoot issues that may occur before your computer boots to the operating
system. It enables you to diagnose hardware issues, repair your computer, back up your files, or restore your computer to its
factory state.
You can also download it from the Dell Support website to troubleshoot and fix your computer when it fails to boot into their
primary operating system due to software or hardware failures.
For more information about the Dell SupportAssist OS Recovery, see Dell SupportAssist OS Recovery User's Guide at
www.dell.com/serviceabilitytools. Click SupportAssist and then, click SupportAssist OS Recovery.
Real-Time Clock (RTC Reset)

The Real Time Clock (RTC) reset function allows you or the service technician to recover Dell systems from No POST/No
Power/No Boot situations. The legacy jumper enabled RTC reset has been retired on these models.
Start the RTC reset with the system powered off and connected to AC power. Press and hold the power button for 20 seconds.
The system RTC Reset occurs after you release the power button.
Backup media and recovery options

It is recommended to create a recovery drive to troubleshoot and fix problems that may occur with Windows. Dell proposes
multiple options for recovering Windows operating system on your Dell PC. For more information. see Dell Windows Backup
Media and Recovery Options.
WiFi power cycle

About this task
If your computer is unable to access the internet due to WiFi connectivity issues a WiFi power cycle procedure may be
performed. The following procedure provides the instructions on how to conduct a WiFi power cycle:
NOTE: Some ISPs (Internet Service Providers) provide a modem/router combo device.
Steps
2. Turn off the modem.
3. Turn off the wireless router.
4. Wait for 30 seconds.
5. Turn on the wireless router.
6. Turn on the modem.
Troubleshooting 49
Drain residual flea power (perform hard reset)
About this task
Flea power is the residual static electricity that remains in the computer even after it has been powered off and the battery is
removed.
For your safety, and to protect the sensitive electronic components in your computer, you are requested to drain residual flea
power before removing or replacing any components in your computer.
Draining residual flea power, also known as a performing a "hard reset", is also a common troubleshooting step if your computer
does not power on or boot into the operating system.
To drain residual flea power (perform a hard reset)
Steps
2. Disconnect the power adapter from your computer.
3. Remove the base cover.
4. Remove the battery.
5. Press and hold the power button for 20 seconds to drain the flea power.
6. Install the battery.
7. Install the base cover.
8. Connect the power adapter to your computer.
NOTE: For more information about performing a hard reset, see the knowledge base article 000130881 at
www.dell.com/support.
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5
Getting help
Contacting Dell
Prerequisites
NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing
slip, bill, or Dell product catalog.
About this task

Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. Availability varies by country and product, and
some services may not be available in your area. To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues:
Steps
1. Go to Dell.com/support.
2. Select your support category.
3. Verify your country or region in the Choose a Country/Region drop-down list at the bottom of the page.
4. Select the appropriate service or support link based on your need.
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Chapter 1: Working on your computer........................................................................................... 6

Chapter 2: Technology and components........................................................................................ 8

Chapter 3: Disassembly and reassembly.......................................................................................15

About this task

Turning off your computer — Windows 10

6 Working on your computer

Before working inside your computer

After working inside your computer

Working on your computer 7

Identifying chipset in device manager on Windows 10

8 Technology and components

Verifying system memory

Verifying system memory in setup

Technology and components 9

Identifying display adapter

Figure 1. display adapter

Changing the screen resolution

10 Technology and components

Identifying storage device in Windows 10

Technology and components 11

USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 (SuperSpeed USB)

12 Technology and components

HDMI 1.4 Features

Technology and components 13

14 Technology and components

Disassembly and reassembly 15

3. Turn the system badge flap over and snap it in place.

16 Disassembly and reassembly

Installing the Battery

Disassembly and reassembly 17

PCIe Solid State Drive (SSD)

18 Disassembly and reassembly

Disassembly and reassembly 19

20 Disassembly and reassembly

Disassembly and reassembly 21

Keyboard lattice and Keyboard

22 Disassembly and reassembly

5. Disconnect the cable from the connector on the system board.

Disassembly and reassembly 23

24 Disassembly and reassembly

Installing the WLAN Card

Table 2. Antenna-Cable Color Scheme for the WLAN Card

Disassembly and reassembly 25

Installing the Memory Modules

26 Disassembly and reassembly

4. Lift the heatsink away from the system board [2].

Installing the Heatsink

Disassembly and reassembly 27

4. Perform the following steps to remove the right system fan:

28 Disassembly and reassembly

Disassembly and reassembly 29

Power connector port

Removing the DC-in Connector

30 Disassembly and reassembly

Installing the DC-in Adapter Port

Disassembly and reassembly 31

Installing audio board