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Summary of Contents for Dell D620/D820 - LATITUDE PRECISION M65
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Back to Contents Page Base Dell™ Latitude™ D620 Service Manual CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 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.
Hold a component such as a processor by its edges, not by its pins. NOTICE: 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: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it from the network device. 3. Disconnect any telephone, network, and USB cables from the computer. 4. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets. ...
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Optical Drive: Fan Module: Display Assembly to Computer Base: (1 each) (4 each) (4 each) NOTE: This screw is optional and might not be installed on the computer. Modem to Display Bezel: Display Panel: System Board: (6 each) (8 each) (2 each) ...
1. Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in, the main battery is properly installed, and a network cable is attached. 2. Turn on the computer. 3. Locate the latest BIOS update file for your computer at support.dell.com. 4. Click Download Now to download the file. ...
Back to Contents Page Internal Card with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ Latitude™ D620 Service Manual CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching a connector on the back panel of the computer.
Back to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ Latitude™ D620 Service Manual CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching a connector on the back panel of the computer.
Back to Contents Page Processor Module Dell™ Latitude™ D620 Service Manual Removing the Processor Module Installing the Processor Module Removing the Processor Module CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 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.
Installing the Processor Module NOTICE: Ensure that the cam lock is in the fully open position before seating the processor module. Seating the processor module properly in the ZIF socket does not require force. NOTICE: A processor module that is not properly seated can result in an intermittent connection or permanent damage to the processor and ZIF socket.
Back to Contents Page Display Assembly Dell™ Latitude™ D620 Service Manual Removing the Display Assembly Removing the Display Bezel Removing the Display Panel Installing the Display Panel Removing the Display Hinges Removing the Display Assembly CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
antenna cables display cable 12. Lift the display assembly out of the computer base. Removing the Display Bezel CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 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.
1 screw covers/display bumpers (6) 2 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (6) display bezel 4 top cover Removing the Display Panel CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. ...
Installing the Display Panel 1. Replace the eight M2 x 3-mm screws that secure the display panel to the top cover. 2. Route the display-feed flex cable and antenna cables so that they rest in the notch located in the bottom edge of the top cover. ...
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Back to Contents Page Fan Dell™ Latitude™ D620 Service Manual CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 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.
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. To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay: ...
Back to Contents Page Hinge Cover Dell™ Latitude™ D620 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
Replacing the Keyboard Removing the Keyboard CAUTION: Before working inside your Dell™ computer, follow the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide. 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.
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If you remove your original memory modules from the computer during a memory upgrade, keep them separate from any new modules that you may have, even if you purchased the new modules from Dell. If possible, do not pair an original memory module with a new memory module.
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securing clips (2 per connector) memory module 5. Ground yourself and install the new memory module: NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly. No error message indicates this failure. a. Align the notch in the module connector with the tab in the connector slot. b.
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securing clips (2 per connector) memory module NOTICE: Insert memory modules at a 45-degree angle to avoid damaging the connector. 4. Ground yourself and install the new memory module: NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly. No error message indicates this failure. a.
Back to Contents Page Communications Cards Dell™ Latitude™ D620 Service Manual Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Card Mobile Broadband Card Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Card Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Card If you ordered a WLAN card with your computer, the card is already installed.
WLAN card metal securing tabs (2) NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors and realign the card. NOTE: Do not insert a Mobile Broadband card into the WLAN card slot. 5.
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1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the hinge cover (see Hinge Cover). 3. Remove the keyboard (see Keyboard). Mobile Broadband card antenna wires (2) NOTICE: To prevent damage to the connector, do not use tools to spread the securing clips. ...
Mobile Broadband card antenna wires (2) NOTICE: To avoid damaging the Mobile Broadband card, never place cables on top of or under the card. NOTE: For more specific information about which cable to connect to which connector, see the documentation that came with your Mobile Broadband card.
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Back to Contents Page Modem Dell™ Latitude™ D620 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you begin working inside the computer (see...
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Back to Contents Page Microphone Dell™ Latitude™ D620 Service Manual CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 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.
Back to Contents Page Media Bay Devices Dell™ Latitude™ D620 Service Manual NOTE: If the device security screw is not present, you can remove and install devices while the computer is running and connected to a docking device (docked). NOTICE: To prevent damage to devices, store them in a safe, dry place when they are not installed in the computer. Avoid pressing down on them or placing heavy objects on top of them.
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Back to Contents Page Palm Rest Dell™ Latitude™ D620 Service Manual CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 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.
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NOTICE: Carefully separate the palm rest from the base plastics to avoid damage to the palm rest. 13. Remove the palm rest. a. Starting at the back center of the palm rest, use your fingers to separate the palm rest from the base plastics by lifting the inside edge of the palm rest.
Back to Contents Page PC Card Reader Dell™ Latitude™ D620 Service Manual CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 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.
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Back to Contents Page Speaker Dell™ Latitude™ D620 Service Manual CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 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.
Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Latitude™ D620 Service Manual Removing the System Board Installing the System Board Removing the System Board CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 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.
M2.5 x 5-mm screws (5) 19. Remove the four 5-mm hex screws on the back of the computer. 20. Lift the system board out and away from the base plastics. Installing the System Board ...
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2. Insert the battery into the battery bay. See Before Working Inside Your Computer. 3. Connect the AC adapter to the computer and to an electrical outlet. NOTICE: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer.
Dell™ Latitude™ D620 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.
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processor thermal-cooling assembly Mobile Broadband card WLAN card display-feed flex cable antenna cables display hinge Back to Contents Page ...
Back to Contents Page Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Dell™ Latitude™ D620 Service Manual Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Replacing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
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1. Remove the processor thermal-cooling assembly (see Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly). NOTE: The original pad can be reused if the original processor and heat sink are reinstalled together. If either the processor or heat sink is replaced, use the thermal pad provided in the kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved. ...
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