Dell XPS M170 (MXG051, Late 2005) User Manual download pdf (Page 47)

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 System Board

Dell™XPSM170ServiceManual

Removing the System Board

Replacing the System Board

Removing the System Board

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The system board's BIOS chip contains the Service Tag, which is also visible on a barcode label on the bottom of the computer. The replacement kit for the

system board includes a CD that provides a utility for transferring the Service Tag to the replacement system board.

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1. Follow the instructions in "Before Working Inside Your Computer."

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2. Remove the hard drive.

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3. Remove the optical drive.

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4. Remove the memory module(s).

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5. Remove the Mini PCI card.

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6. Remove the modem.

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7. Remove the center control cover.

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8. Remove the keyboard.

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9. Remove the display assembly.

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10. Turn the computer over and disconnect the modem cable from the system board connector.

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11. Disconnect the modem cable from the modem.

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12. Remove the palm rest.

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13. Remove the M2 x 3-mm screw that holds the stiffener bracket next to the hard drive cage and remove the stiffener bracket.

CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such

as the back panel) on the computer.

NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you begin working inside the computer.

modem

modem cable

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