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Model: D03M Series
Type: D03M001

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  • Page 1 Dell™ XPS™ 8300 Service Manual Model: D03M Series Type: D03M001...
  • Page 2 Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2010 Dell Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks used in this text: Dell™, the DELL logo, and XPS™ are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Microsoft®, Windows®, and the Windows start button logo are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries;...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Technical Overview ....Inside View of Your Computer ....System Board Components .
  • Page 4 Front Bezel ..... . . Removing the Front Bezel ....Replacing the Front Bezel .
  • Page 5 Removing the Hard Drive Cage ..Removing the Secondary Hard Drive ..Replacing the Secondary Hard Drive ..Replacing the Hard Drive Cage .
  • Page 6 13 Bluetooth Assembly ....Removing the Bluetooth Assembly ... Replacing the Bluetooth Assembly ... 14 Power Button Module .
  • Page 7 18 Power Supply ..... Removing the Power Supply ....Replacing the Power Supply .
  • Page 8 Contents...

  • Page 9: Technical Overview

    (such as a connector on your computer). 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. Inside View of Your Computer Technical Overview...

  • Page 10: System Board Components

    front bezel primary hard drive graphics card bracket (optional) secondary hard drive system board card retention clamp power supply primary optical drive secondary optical drive System Board Components 4 5 6 7 Technical Overview...
  • Page 11 power connector (PWR2) processor socket processor fan connector memory module connector (CPU_FAN) (DIMM3) memory module connector memory module connector (DIMM1) (DIMM4) memory module connector main power connector (DIMM2) (PWR1) password reset jumper (PSWD) 10 CMOS reset jumper (RTCRST) power button connector 11 SATA drive connector (SATA 0) (F_PANEL) front panel USB connector...
  • Page 12 Technical Overview...

  • Page 13: Before You Begin

    Small Phillips screwdriver • Plastic scribe • BIOS executable update program available at support.dell.com Turning Off Your Computer CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs before you turn off your computer.

  • Page 14: Safety Instructions

    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. CAUTION: When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its pull-tab, not on the cable itself.
  • Page 15 CAUTION: Before touching anything inside your computer, ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as the metal at the back of the computer. While you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to dissipate static electricity, which could harm internal components. Before You Begin...
  • Page 16 Before You Begin...

  • Page 17: Computer Cover

    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. CAUTION: Ensure that sufficient space exists to support the computer with the cover removed—at least 30 cm (1 ft.) of desk top space.

  • Page 18: Replacing The Computer Cover

    thumbscrew computer cover Replacing the Computer Cover 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13. 2 Connect all the cables and fold the cables out of the way. 3 Ensure that no tools or extra parts are left inside the computer. 4 Align the tabs at the bottom of the computer cover with the slots located along the edge of the chassis.
  • Page 19 thumbscrew slots computer cover 7 Place the computer in an upright position. Computer Cover...
  • Page 20 Computer Cover...

  • Page 21: Memory Module(S)

    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. Removing the Memory Module(s) 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin"...

  • Page 22: Replacing The Memory Module(S)

    2 Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. 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. CAUTION: Do not install ECC or DDR3U memory modules.
  • Page 23 matched memory modules in matched memory modules in DIMM connectors 1 and 2 (white DIMM connectors 3 and 4 (black securing clips) securing clips) 3 Align the notch on the bottom of the memory module with the tab in the connector.
  • Page 24 cutouts (2) notch memory module CAUTION: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the memory module straight down into the connector while you apply equal force to each end of the memory module. 4 Insert the memory module into the connector until the memory module snaps into position.
  • Page 25 cutouts (2) securing clip (snapped in position) 5 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 18). 6 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on. If a message appears stating that the memory size has changed, press <F1>...
  • Page 26 Memory Module(s)

  • Page 27: Front Bezel

    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. Removing the Front Bezel 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin"...
  • Page 28 front bezel front panel slots (3) front bezel tabs (4) front bezel clamps (3) front panel 6 Set aside the front bezel in a secure location. Front Bezel...

  • Page 29: Replacing The Front Bezel

    Replacing the Front Bezel 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13. 2 Align and insert the front bezel clamps into the front panel slots. 3 Rotate the front bezel towards the computer until the front bezel tabs snap into place.
  • Page 30 front bezel front bezel tabs (4) front panel slots (3) front bezel clamps (3) front panel 4 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 18). Front Bezel...

  • Page 31: Graphics Card Bracket

    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. NOTE: The graphic card bracket is present in your computer only if you ordered a double-width graphics card at the time of purchase.

  • Page 32: Replacing The Graphics Card Bracket

    screws (2) graphics card bracket Replacing the Graphics Card Bracket 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13. 2 Align the screw holes on the graphics card bracket with the screw holes on chassis. 3 Replace the two screws that secure the graphics card bracket to the chassis. 4 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover"...

  • Page 33: Wireless Mini-Card

    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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on your computer).

  • Page 34: Replacing The Mini-Card

    2 Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 17). 3 Disconnect the antenna cable(s) from the Mini-Card. antenna cables (2) Mini-Card clips (2) 4 Release the Mini-Card by pressing the clips on either side of the card. 5 Lift the Mini-Card away from the system-board connector.
  • Page 35 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13. 2 Align the notch on the Mini-Card with the tab in the system-board connector. 3 Insert the Mini-Card at a 45-degree angle into the system-board connector. 4 Press the other end of the Mini-Card down until it clicks into place. If you do not hear the click, remove the Mini-Card and reinstall it.
  • Page 36 Wireless Mini-Card...

  • Page 37: Pci Express Cards

    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. Removing the Card Retention Bracket 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin"...

  • Page 38: Replacing The Card Retention Bracket

    screw card retention bracket Replacing the Card Retention Bracket 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13. 2 Replace the card retention bracket, ensuring that: • The guide clamp is aligned with the guide notch. • The top of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment bar. •...

  • Page 39: Removing Pci Express Cards

    1 screw guide clamps (2) 3 card retention bracket alignment bar 5 alignment guide filler bracket 7 guide notches (2) Removing PCI Express Cards 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13. 2 Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 17).
  • Page 40 3 Remove the graphics card bracket, if applicable (see "Removing the Graphics Card Bracket" on page 31). 4 Remove the card retention bracket (see "Removing the Card Retention Bracket" on page 37). 5 Disconnect any cables connected to the card, if applicable. 6 Remove the PCI Express card from the card slot: •...

  • Page 41: Replacing Pci Express Cards

    7 If you are removing the card permanently, install a filler bracket in the empty card-slot opening. NOTE: Installing filler brackets over empty card-slot openings is necessary to maintain FCC certification of the computer. The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of your computer.

  • Page 42: Configuring Your Computer After Removing Or Installing The Pci Express Card

    5 Connect any cables that should be attached to the card. See the documentation that shipped with the card for information about the card’s cable connections. CAUTION: Do not route card cables over or behind the cards. Cables routed over the cards can prevent the computer cover from closing properly or cause damage to the equipment.
  • Page 43 Installed Removed Sound card Enter system setup (see Enter system setup (see "System Setup Utility" on "System Setup Utility" on page 103) page 103) Go to Onboard Audio Go to Onboard Audio Controller and then change Controller and then change the setting to Disabled.
  • Page 44 PCI Express Cards...

  • Page 45: Drives

    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. Hard Drive Removing the Primary Hard Drive...

  • Page 46: Removing The Hard Drive Cage

    5 Slide the hard drive out towards the back of the computer. power cable data cable screws (4) primary hard drive 6 If removing the hard drive changes the drive configuration, ensure that you reflect these changes in the system setup (see "System Setup Utility" on page 103).

  • Page 47: Removing The Secondary Hard Drive

    3 Remove the primary hard drive (see "Removing the Primary Hard Drive" on page 45). 4 Remove the three screws that secure the hard drive cage to the chassis. 5 If applicable, disconnect the power and data cables from the secondary hard drive (see "System Board Components"...

  • Page 48: Replacing The Secondary Hard Drive

    2 Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 17). 3 Remove the primary hard drive (see "Removing the Primary Hard Drive" on page 45). 4 Remove the hard drive cage (see "Removing the Hard Drive Cage" on page 46).

  • Page 49: Replacing The Hard Drive Cage

    2 Check the documentation that shipped with the hard drive to verify that it is configured for your computer. 3 Slide the secondary hard drive into the hard drive cage. 4 Align the screw holes on the secondary hard drive with the screw holes on the hard drive cage.

  • Page 50: Optical Drive

    10 Check the System Setup for drive configuration changes (see "System Setup Utility" on page 103). Optical Drive Removing the Optical Drive 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13. 2 Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 17).

  • Page 51: Replacing The Optical Drive

    power cable data cable screws (2) optical drive 7 Set aside the optical drive in a secure location. Replacing the Optical Drive 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13. 2 Remove the screw from the old optical drive and insert it in the new optical drive.
  • Page 52 screw 3 To install a secondary optical drive, insert a screw driver and twist it to remove the break-away metal plate. 4 Pull the break-away metal plate away from the chassis. Drives...
  • Page 53 break-away metal plate 5 Gently slide the optical drive into the optical drive bay through the front of the computer. 6 Align the screw holes on the optical drive with the screw holes on the chassis. 7 Replace the two screws that secure the optical drive to the chassis. Drives...

  • Page 54: Media Card Reader

    8 Connect the power and data cables to the optical drive (see "System Board Components" on page 10). 9 Replace the front bezel (see "Replacing the Front Bezel" on page 29). 10 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 18).
  • Page 55 Media Card Reader guides (2) slots (2) top panel Media Card Reader screws (2) front panel Drives...

  • Page 56: Replacing The Media Card Reader

    Replacing the Media Card Reader 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13. 2 Gently slide the Media Card Reader guides into the slots in the top panel. 3 Replace the two screws that secure the Media Card Reader to the front panel.

  • Page 57: Top Cover

    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. Removing the Top Cover 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin"...
  • Page 58 slots release tab top cover tabs top panel top cover 7 Set the top cover aside in a secure location. Top Cover...

  • Page 59: Replacing The Top Cover

    Replacing the Top Cover 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13. 2 Align the tabs on the top cover with the slots on the top panel. 3 Press and slide the top cover towards the back of the computer, until it clicks into place.
  • Page 60 Top Cover...

  • Page 61: Top I/O Panel

    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. Removing the Top I/O Panel...
  • Page 62 screws (2) top I/O panel top panel 8 Carefully remove the top I/O panel from the top panel. Top I/O Panel...

  • Page 63: Replacing The Top I/O Panel

    Replacing the Top I/O Panel 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13. 2 Align the screw holes on the top I/O panel with the screw holes on the top panel. 3 Replace the two screws that secure the top I/O panel to the top panel. 4 Connect the top I/O panel cables to the system board connectors, F_USB3 and F_AUDIO1 (see "System Board Components"...
  • Page 64 Top I/O Panel...

  • Page 65: Front Usb Panel

    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. Removing the Front USB Panel...
  • Page 66 front USB panel clamp slot clamps (2) front USB panel screw Front USB Panel...

  • Page 67: Replacing The Front Usb Panel

    Replacing the Front USB Panel CAUTION: To avoid damage to the cable connectors and the cable routing clips, carefully slide the front USB panel into the front USB panel clamp slot. 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13. 2 Align and slide the front USB panel clamps into the front USB panel clamp slot.
  • Page 68 Front USB Panel...

  • Page 69: Bluetooth Assembly

    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. Removing the Bluetooth Assembly 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin"...
  • Page 70 Bluetooth assembly Bluetooth assembly tab Bluetooth assembly cable front panel 7 Set the Bluetooth assembly aside in a secure location. Bluetooth Assembly...

  • Page 71: Replacing The Bluetooth Assembly

    Replacing the Bluetooth Assembly 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13. 2 Slide the Bluetooth assembly cable through the slot on the front panel. 3 Align the Bluetooth assembly tab with the Bluetooth assembly slot in the front panel.
  • Page 72 Bluetooth Assembly...

  • Page 73: Power Button Module

    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. Removing the Power Button Module 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin"...
  • Page 74 cable power button module slot power button module tabs (4) 8 Set the power button module aside in a secure location. Power Button Module...

  • Page 75: Replacing The Power Button Module

    Replacing the Power Button Module 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13. 2 Align and push the power button module tabs into the slots on the top panel. 3 Connect the power button module cable to the system board connector, F_PANEL (see "System Board Components"...
  • Page 76 Power Button Module...

  • Page 77: Fans

    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. Chassis Fan Removing the Chassis Fan...

  • Page 78: Replacing The Chassis Fan

    screws (4) chassis fan Replacing the Chassis Fan 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13. 2 Align the screw holes on the chassis fan with the screw holes on the chassis. 3 Replace the four screws that secure the chassis fan to the chassis. 4 Connect the chassis fan cable to the system board connector SYS_FAN1 (see "System Board Components"...

  • Page 79: Processor Fan And Heat-Sink Assembly

    Processor Fan and Heat-Sink Assembly WARNING: Despite having a plastic shield, the processor fan and heat-sink assembly may be very hot during normal operation. Ensure that it has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it. CAUTION: The processor fan and heat-sink assembly is a single unit. Do not try to remove the fan separately.
  • Page 80 processor fan cable captive screws (4) processor fan and heat-sink assembly Fans...

  • Page 81: Replacing The Processor Fan And Heat-Sink Assembly

    Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat-Sink Assembly 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13 2 Clean the thermal grease from the bottom of the heat-sink. CAUTION: Ensure that you apply new thermal grease. New thermal grease is critical for ensuring adequate thermal bonding, which is a requirement for optimal processor operation.
  • Page 82 Fans...

  • Page 83: Processor

    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. CAUTION: Do not perform the following steps unless you are familiar with hardware removal and replacement.
  • Page 84 4 Press the release lever down and then pull it outwards to release it from the tab that secures it. 5 Extend the release lever completely to open the processor cover. processor cover release lever CAUTION: When removing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects to fall on the pins in the socket.

  • Page 85: Replacing The Processor

    processor socket Replacing the Processor CAUTION: Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the back of the computer. CAUTION: When replacing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects to fall on the pins in the socket. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin"...
  • Page 86 socket processor alignment tabs (2) alignment processor pin-1 notches (2) indicator CAUTION: Ensure that the processor cover notch is positioned underneath the alignment post. 6 When the processor is fully seated in the socket, close the processor cover. 7 Pivot the release lever down and place it under the tab on the processor cover.
  • Page 87 CAUTION: Ensure that you apply new thermal grease. New thermal grease is critical for ensuring adequate thermal bonding, which is a requirement for optimal processor operation. 9 Apply the new thermal grease to the top of the processor. 10 Replace the processor fan and heat-sink assembly (see "Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat-Sink Assembly"...
  • Page 88 Processor...

  • Page 89: Coin-Cell Battery

    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. Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 1 Record all the screens in system setup (see "System Setup Utility"...

  • Page 90: Replacing The Coin-Cell Battery

    battery-release lever coin-cell battery battery socket 6 Set aside the battery in a secure location. Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13 2 Insert the new coin-cell battery (CR2032) into the socket with the side labeled "+"...
  • Page 91 coin-cell battery battery socket 3 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 18). 4 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on. 5 Enter system setup (see "System Setup Utility" on page 103) and restore the settings you recorded in step 1.
  • Page 92 Coin-Cell Battery...

  • Page 93: Power Supply

    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. Removing the Power Supply 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin"...
  • Page 94 screws (4) power supply power supply clamps (2) Power Supply...

  • Page 95: Replacing The Power Supply

    Replacing the Power Supply 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13. 2 Slide the power supply towards the back of the chassis. 3 Align the screw holes on the power supply with the screw holes on the chassis.
  • Page 96 Power Supply...

  • Page 97: System Board

    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. Removing the System Board 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin"...
  • Page 98 8 Disconnect all cables connected to the system board (see "System Board Components" on page 10). Note the routing of all cables as you remove them so that you can re-route them correctly after installing the new system board. 9 Remove the eight screws that secure the system board to the chassis. screws (8) system board System Board...

  • Page 99: Replacing The System Board

    Processor Fan and Heat-Sink Assembly" on page 81). 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. CAUTION: Ensure that the heat-sink assembly is correctly seated and secure.
  • Page 100 12 Flash the system BIOS, as needed. NOTE: For information on flashing the system BIOS, see "Flashing the BIOS" on page 115. System Board...

  • Page 101: Entering The Service Tag In The Bios

    Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press <F2> during POST to enter the system setup program. 3 From the main tab enter the service tag in the Set Service Tag field. NOTE: Set Service Tag field allows you to enter the service tag manually only when the service tag is absent.
  • Page 102 System Board...

  • Page 103: System Setup Utility

    Entering System Setup Utility 1 Turn on (or restart) your computer. 2 When the DELL logo is displayed, watch for the F2 prompt to appear and then press <F2> immediately. NOTE: The F2 prompt indicates that the keyboard has initialized. This prompt can appear very quickly, so you must watch for it, and then press <F2>.

  • Page 104: System Setup Options

    Setup Item — This field appears Help Screen — This field appears on on the left side of the system setup the right side of the system setup window. The field is a scrollable list window and contains information about each option listed in the Setup containing features that define the configuration of your computer, Item.

  • Page 105: Asset Tag

    Displays the asset tag of the computer Asset Tag when the asset tag is present Processor Information Displays the processor information Processor Type Displays the L2 cache size L2 Cache Displays the L3 cache size L3 Cache Memory Information Indicates the amount of memory installed Memory Installed in MB Indicates the memory speed in MHz...
  • Page 106 • Hyper-threading — Enabled or CPU Configuration Disabled (Enabled by default) • Active Processor Cores — All; 1; 2; 3 (All by default) • Limit CPUID Value — Enabled or Disabled (Disabled by default) • CPU XD Support — Enabled or Disabled (Enabled by default) •...

  • Page 107: Power Management

    • Restore AC Power Loss — Power Off; Power Management Power On; Last State (Power Off by default) • Wake on LAN from S4/S5 — Enabled or Disabled (Enabled by default) • USB Powershare in S4/S5 State — Enabled or Disabled (Disabled by default) •...
  • Page 108 Enabled or Disabled Boot Menu Security User must enter Admin Password to access the F12 Boot Menu when this setting is enabled (Disabled by default) Boot Specifies the boot sequence from the 1st Boot Priority available devices Hard Disk; CD/DVD; Network; USB Floppy;...

  • Page 109: Boot Sequence

    Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot You can use this feature to change the current boot sequence, for example, to boot from the CD/DVD/CD-RW drive to run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. On completion of diagnostic tests, the previous boot sequence is restored.

  • Page 110: Clearing Forgotten Passwords

    The computer must be disconnected from the electrical outlet to clear the password setting. 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. System Setup Utility...
  • Page 111 CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on your computer). 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13. 2 Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 17).

  • Page 112: Clearing Cmos Passwords

    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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on your computer).
  • Page 113 5 Wait for approximately five seconds to clear the CMOS setting. 6 Remove the 2-pin jumper plug from pins 1 and 2 and replace it on pins 2 and 3. 7 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 18).
  • Page 114 System Setup Utility...

  • Page 115: Flashing The Bios

    The BIOS may require flashing when an update is available or when replacing the system board. To flash the BIOS: 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Go to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer. NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located on a label on the top of your computer.
  • Page 116 8 Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions that appear on the screen. Flashing the BIOS...

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