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Dell Inspiron 1100 Service Manual

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Before You Begin
System Components
Memory, CD or DVD Drive, Modem, and Mini PCI Card
Hard Drive
Keyboard
Display
EMI Shield, Video Card, and Palm Rest
Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly
Microprocessor Module
Speakers
System Board
Flashing the BIOS
Base Plastics
Pinout Assignments for I/O Connectors
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
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your computer.
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and tells you how to avoid the problem.
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Model PP07L and PP08L
June 2003
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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  • Page 1 Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Computer Corporation is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Inspiron are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products.

  • Page 2: System Components

    Dell™ Inspiron™ 1100, 5100, and 5150 Service Manual CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. NOTICE: Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in this document assumes that a part can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse order.
  • Page 3 19 video card (Inspiron 5100 and 5150 only) 10 speakers Back to Contents Page You are here: Dell USA > Support Home Page © 2008 Dell About Dell Terms of Sale Unresolved Issues Privacy Contact Site Map Feedback Large Text...

  • Page 4: Removing The Memory Modules

    Mini PCI Card (Inspiron™ 5100 and 5150 Only) Memory Removing the Memory Modules CAUTION: Before working inside your Dell™ computer, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual. CAUTION: 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.
  • Page 5 Documentation http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/upgrades.htm#1107249 cover away from the computer. captive screw memory module cover Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up. Remove the module from the connector.

  • Page 6: Installing The Memory Modules

    Documentation http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/upgrades.htm#1107249 memory module securing clips Installing the Memory Modules NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly. No error message indicates this failure. Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the connector slot.

  • Page 7: Cd Or Dvd Drive

    To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer, click the Start button, click Help and Support, and then click Computer Information. CD or DVD Drive Removing the CD or DVD Drive CAUTION: Before working inside your Dell™ computer, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual. 4 of 13 2008-03-11 10:12...
  • Page 8 Documentation http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/upgrades.htm#1107249 CAUTION: 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. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the...
  • Page 9 Documentation http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/upgrades.htm#1107249 1 lever 2 CD or DVD drive 3 M2.5 x 8-mm screw labeled "O" Pull the drive out of the bay. Installing the CD or DVD Drive Slide the new drive into the bay until the drive is fully seated.

  • Page 10: Removing The Modem

    Modem Removing the Modem CAUTION: Before working inside your Dell™ computer, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual. CAUTION: 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.

  • Page 11: Installing The Modem

    Documentation http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/upgrades.htm#1107249 Remove the two M2 x 3-mm screws securing the modem to the system board, and set them aside. Pull straight up on the attached pull-tab to lift the modem out of its connector on the system board and disconnect the modem cable.
  • Page 12 Mini PCI Card (Inspiron™ 5100 and 5150 Only) Removing the Mini PCI Card CAUTION: Before working inside your Dell™ computer, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual. CAUTION: 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.
  • Page 13 Documentation http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/upgrades.htm#1107249 1 captive screw 2 modem/Mini PCI card cover Disconnect the Mini PCI card from the attached cables. 10 of 13 2008-03-11 10:12...
  • Page 14 Documentation http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/upgrades.htm#1107249 antenna cables metal securing tabs (2) Mini PCI card connector Mini PCI card Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing taps on each end of the Mini PCI card connector until the card pops up. Lift the Mini PCI card out of its connector.
  • Page 15 Documentation http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/upgrades.htm#1107249 Align the Mini PCI card with the connector at a 45-degree angle, and press the Mini PCI card into the connector until it clicks. antenna cables Mini PCI card connector Mini PCI card Connect the antenna cables to the Mini PCI card.

  • Page 16: Removing The Hard Drive

    NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile; even a slight bump can damage the drive. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."...

  • Page 17: Installing The Hard Drive

    Use the Drivers and Utilities CD to install the drivers and utilities for your computer. Back to Contents Page You are here: Dell USA > Support Home Page © 2008 Dell About Dell Terms of Sale Unresolved Issues Privacy Contact Site Map...

  • Page 18: Installing The Memory Modules

    Documentation http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/upgrades... memory module connector until the module pops up. Remove the module from the connector. 1 memory module 2 securing clips Installing the Memory Modules NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly.

  • Page 19: Cd Or Dvd Drive

    CD or DVD Drive Removing the CD or DVD Drive CAUTION: Before working inside your Dell™ computer, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual. CAUTION: 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.

  • Page 20: Removing The Memory Modules

    You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."...

  • Page 21: Removing The Modem

    Replace the M2.5 x 8-mm screw next to the memory module cover. Modem Removing the Modem CAUTION: Before working inside your Dell™ computer, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual. CAUTION: 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.

  • Page 22: Installing The Modem

    Mini PCI Card (Inspiron™ 5100 and 5150 Only) Removing the Mini PCI Card CAUTION: Before working inside your Dell™ computer, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual. CAUTION: 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.

  • Page 23: Installing The Mini Pci Card

    Documentation http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/upgrades... 1 captive screw 2 modem/Mini PCI card cover Disconnect the Mini PCI card from the attached cables. 1 antenna cables 2 metal securing tabs 3 Mini PCI card connector 4 Mini PCI card Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing taps on each end of the Mini PCI card connector until the card pops up.
  • Page 24 Mini PCI card before replacing the cover. Replace the cover and tighten the captive screw. Back to Contents Page You are here: Dell USA > Support Home Page © 2008 Dell About Dell Terms of Sale Unresolved Issues Privacy Contact Site Map...

  • Page 25: Removing The Keyboard

    Keyboard Dell™ Inspiron™ 1100, 5100, and 5150 Service Manual Removing the Keyboard CAUTION: Before working inside your Dell™ computer, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual. CAUTION: 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.

  • Page 26: Installing The Keyboard

    Documentation http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/keyboard... 1 M2 x 3-mm screws 2 keyboard NOTICE: The keycaps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-consuming to replace. Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard. Lift the top of the keyboard out of the computer base, and pull the keyboard out at an angle (towards the display).
  • Page 27 Snap down the hinge cover, and ensure that it is flush with the palm rest. Back to Contents Page You are here: Dell USA > Support Home Page © 2008 Dell About Dell Terms of Sale Unresolved Issues Privacy Contact...

  • Page 28: Display Assembly

    My Order Status You are here: Dell USA > Support Home Page Back to Contents Page Display Dell™ Inspiron™ 1100, 5100, and 5150 Service Manual Display Assembly Display Bezel Display Panel Display Latch Assembly Display Assembly CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual.
  • Page 29 Documentation http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/display..1 display assembly 2 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (4) 3 hinge brackets (2) 4 computer base Pull straight up on the pull-tab that is attached to the display-feed flex cable to disconnect the cable from the system board.

  • Page 30: Display Bezel

    Documentation http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/display..1 screw covers (2) display bumpers (3) 2 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (5) 3 display bezel 4 display panel 5 M2 x 3-mm screws 6 top cover 7 display-feed flex cable Display Bezel CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual.

  • Page 31: Removing The Display Panel

    Documentation http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/display..Remove the five M2.5 x 5-mm screws located on the front of the bezel. NOTICE: Carefully separate the bezel from the top cover to avoid damage to the bezel. Starting at the bottom of the display panel, use your fingers to separate the bezel from the top cover and lift the inside edge of the bezel away from the top cover.

  • Page 32: Installing The Display Panel

    Documentation http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/display..1 inverter connector 2 bottom flex-cable connector 3 pull-tab Installing the Display Panel Connect the top flex-cable connector to the display panel connector. Connect the bottom flex-cable connector to the inverter connector. Lay the display panel in the top cover.
  • Page 33 Replace the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws that secure the display latch assembly to the top cover. Back to Contents Page You are here: Dell USA > Support Home Page © 2008 Dell About Dell Terms of Sale Unresolved Issues Privacy Contact Site Map...

  • Page 34: Emi Shield

    You are here: Dell USA > Support Home Page Back to Contents Page EMI Shield, Video Card, and Palm Rest Dell™ Inspiron™ 1100, 5100, and 5150 Service Manual EMI Shield Video Card Palm Rest EMI Shield CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual.

  • Page 35: Removing The Video Card

    Documentation http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/palmrest... Video Card Removing the Video Card CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual. CAUTION: 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.

  • Page 36: Palm Rest

    Documentation http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/palmrest... Palm Rest CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual. CAUTION: 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.
  • Page 37 Back to Contents Page You are here: Dell USA > Support Home Page © 2008 Dell About Dell Terms of Sale Unresolved Issues Privacy Contact Site Map...

  • Page 38: Removing The Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly

    Dell USA > Support Home Page Back to Contents Page Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Dell™ Inspiron™ 1100, 5100, and 5150 Service Manual Removing the Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual.
  • Page 39 Replace the shield. Replace the keyboard. Back to Contents Page You are here: Dell USA > Support Home Page © 2008 Dell About Dell Terms of Sale Unresolved Issues Privacy Contact Site Map Feedback Large Text sn EB14...

  • Page 40: Removing The Microprocessor Module

    You are here: Dell USA > Support Home Page Back to Contents Page Microprocessor Module Dell™ Inspiron™ 1100, 5100, and 5150 Service Manual Removing the Microprocessor Module CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual. CAUTION:...

  • Page 41: Installing The Microprocessor Module

    Documentation http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/cpu.htm... 1 ZIF-socket cam screw 2 ZIF socket 3 microprocessor module 4 pin-1 corner of microprocessor 5 triangle on system board Use a microprocessor extraction tool to remove the microprocessor module. Installing the Microprocessor Module NOTICE: Ensure that the cam lock is in the fully open position before seating the microprocessor module.
  • Page 42 Replace the keyboard. using a flash BIOS update program CD. Update the BIOS Back to Contents Page You are here: Dell USA > Support Home Page © 2008 Dell About Dell Terms of Sale Unresolved Issues Privacy Contact Site Map Feedback...

  • Page 43: Removing The Speakers

    You are here: Dell USA > Support Home Page Back to Contents Page Speakers Dell™ Inspiron™ 1100, 5100, and 5150 Service Manual Removing the Speakers CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual. CAUTION:...

  • Page 44: Installing The Speakers

    Route the speaker cables under or between their routing clips. Connect the speaker connector to the system board. Back to Contents Page You are here: Dell USA > Support Home Page © 2008 Dell About Dell Terms of Sale Unresolved Issues Privacy Contact Site Map...

  • Page 45: Removing The System Board

    You are here: Dell USA > Support Home Page Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Inspiron™ 1100, 5100, and 5150 Service Manual Removing the System Board CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual. CAUTION:...
  • Page 46 Documentation http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/sysboarb... 1 battery bay 2 battery bay shield 3 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (2) Remove the three M2.5 x 5-mm system board screws from the hard drive cage. Remove the two M2.5 x 5-mm system board screws from the optical drive cage.

  • Page 47: Installing The System Board

    Documentation http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/sysboarb... 1 optical drive cage 2 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (2) 3 left antenna 4 hard drive cage Remove the two hex nuts that secure the video connector to the base plastics. Lift the front of the system board out and away from the base plastics.
  • Page 48 Insert the CD that accompanied the replacement system board into the appropriate drive, and turn on the computer. Follow the instructions on the screen. Back to Contents Page You are here: Dell USA > Support Home Page © 2008 Dell About Dell Terms of Sale Unresolved Issues Privacy Contact Site Map...

  • Page 49: Flashing The Bios

    Support Home Page Back to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Inspiron™ 1100, 5100, and 5150 Service Manual Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the main battery is installed properly. Insert the BIOS update program CD and turn on the computer.

  • Page 50: Base Plastics

    Dell USA > Support Home Page Back to Contents Page Base Plastics Dell™ Inspiron™ 1100, 5100, and 5150 Service Manual CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual. CAUTION: 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.

  • Page 51: S-Video Tv-Out Connector

    You are here: Dell USA > Support Home Page Back to Contents Page Pinout Assignments for I/O Connectors Dell™ Inspiron™ 1100, 5100, and 5150 Service Manual S-Video TV-Out Connector USB Connector Video Connector IEEE 1394 Connector S-Video TV-Out Connector S-Video...

  • Page 52: Video Connector

    Documentation http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/pinoutsb... Signal USB5V+ USBP– USBP+ Video Connector Signal Signal CRT_R CRT_G CRT_B MONITOR_DETECT– DDC_DATA CRT_HS CRT_VS DDC_CLK IEEE 1394 Connector Signal TPB- TPB+ TPA- 2 of 3 2008-03-11 10:30...
  • Page 53 Documentation http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/pinoutsb... TPA+ Back to Contents Page You are here: Dell USA > Support Home Page © 2008 Dell About Dell Terms of Sale Unresolved Issues Privacy Contact Site Map Feedback Large Text sn EB14 3 of 3 2008-03-11 10:30...

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