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Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual

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Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual
Dell™ XPS™ M1330 Service Manual
Before You Begin
Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
Hard Drive
Memory
Coin-Cell Battery
Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover
Keyboard
Communication Cards
Display Assembly
LCD Camera (optional)
Model PP25L
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
NOTE:
A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
NOTICE:
A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the
problem.
CAUTION:
A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© 2007 Dell Inc. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden.
Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and XPS are trademarks of Dell Inc.;Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth
SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell under license. Intel, Pentium, and Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation; Microsoft, Windows, and
Windows Vista are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
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.
Dell Inc. disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.
July 2007 Rev. A00
file:///C|/Users/SIIES/Downloads/Dell XPS 1330/index.htm[16/07/2010 06:23:34 p.m.]
Palm Rest
Wireless Sniffer Board
Optical Drive
ExpressCard Reader
Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly
Processor
Speaker
System Board
Flashing the BIOS
Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors

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  • Page 1 Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and XPS are trademarks of Dell Inc.;Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell under license. Intel, Pentium, and Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation; Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

  • Page 2: Before You Begin

    You have performed the steps in Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer. You have read the safety information in the Dell™ Product Information Guide. A component can be replaced or—if purchased separately—installed by performing the removal procedure in reverse order. Recommended Tools...
  • Page 3 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: 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;...

  • Page 4: Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology

    Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ XPS™ M1330 Service Manual Removing the Bluetooth Card Replacing the Bluetooth Card CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
  • Page 5 Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual Back to Contents Page file:///C|/Users/SIIES/Downloads/Dell XPS 1330/btooth.htm#wp1179885[16/07/2010 06:24:49 p.m.]...

  • Page 6: Removing The Hard Drive

    NOTE: If you are installing a hard drive from a source other than Dell, you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive (see "Restoring Your Operating System" and "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" in your Owner's Manual).

  • Page 7: Replacing The Hard Drive

    5. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" in your computer Owner's Manual). Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Return your old hard drive to Dell in its original, or comparable, foam packaging. Otherwise, the hard drive may be damaged in transit. foam packaging...

  • Page 8: Removing The Dimm 1 Memory Module

    Owner's Manual for information on the memory supported by your computer. Install only memory modules that are intended for your computer. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty. Your computer has two user-accessible SODIMM sockets that can be accessed from the bottom of the computer. NOTICE: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the connector labeled "DIMM1"...

  • Page 9: Replacing The Dimm 1 Memory Module

    Memory : Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual M2.5 x 5-mm screw captive screws (3) module cover NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memory module securing clips. 3. Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up.

  • Page 10: Removing The Dimm 2 Memory Module

    Memory : Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual 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). 1. Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the connector slot.

  • Page 11: Replacing The Dimm 2 Memory Module

    Memory : Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual M2.5 x 5-mm screw captive screws (3) NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memory module securing clips. 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).
  • Page 12 Memory : Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual 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). 1. Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the connector slot.

  • Page 13: Removing The Coin-Cell Battery

    Coin-Cell Battery: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ XPS™ M1330 Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
  • Page 14 Coin-Cell Battery: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual coin-cell battery cable connector 5. Slide the coin-cell battery from under the antenna cables and remove the battery from the computer. Back to Contents Page file:///C|/Users/SIIES/Downloads/Dell XPS 1330/coinbatt.htm#wp1179886[16/07/2010 06:26:01 p.m.]...

  • Page 15: Removing The Hinge Covers And Center Control Cover

    Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover Dell™ XPS™ M1330 Service Manual Removing the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover Replacing the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover...
  • Page 16 Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual 1 center control cover 2 hinge cover (2) 5. Ease the center control cover up, and remove the cable that attaches it to the system board. NOTICE: Be extremely careful when removing the center control cover. The cover along with the cable that attaches to it are very fragile.

  • Page 17: Replacing The Hinge Covers And Center Control Cover

    Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual cable release tabs (2) center control cover cable Replacing the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover 1. Reconnect the cable that attaches the center control cover to the system board, and snap the center control cover in place.

  • Page 18: Removing The Keyboard

    Keyboard: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Keyboard Dell™ XPS™ M1330 Service Manual Removing the Keyboard Replacing the Keyboard For more information about the keyboard, see "Using the Keyboard and Touchpad" in your Owner's Manual. CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

  • Page 19: Replacing The Keyboard

    Keyboard: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual M2 x 2-mm screw (2) keyboard keyboard tabs (5) keyboard cable plastic securing bar 5. Pull up on the plastic bar that secures the keyboard cable to the system board and remove the keyboard Replacing the Keyboard 1.

  • Page 20: Communication Cards

    Communication Cards: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Communication Cards Dell™ XPS™ M1330 Service Manual Subscriber Identity Module Wireless Mini Cards Flash Cache Module Subscriber Identity Module Subscriber Identity Modules (SIM) identify users uniquely through an International Mobile Subscriber Identity.

  • Page 21: Removing A Wlan Card

    Communication Cards: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual Removing a WLAN Card 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Turn the computer over. 3. Loosen the captive screw on the Mini Card module cover and remove the cover. 4. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN card.

  • Page 22: Replacing A Wlan Card

    Communication Cards: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual Replacing a WLAN Card NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors on the card and on the system board, and realign the card. NOTICE: To avoid damage to the WLAN card, never place cables under the card.
  • Page 23 Communication Cards: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual 4. Disconnect the two antenna cables from the WWAN card. 1 WWAN 2 M2 x 3-mm securing 3 antenna cable connectors card screw 5. Release the WWAN card by removing the securing screw.

  • Page 24: Replacing A Wwan Card

    Communication Cards: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual Replacing a WWAN Card NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors on the card and on the system board, and realign the card. NOTICE: To avoid damage to the WWAN card, never place cables under the card.
  • Page 25 Communication Cards: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual 3. Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of the computer. NOTE: If you leave the area, ground yourself again when you return to the computer. 4. Remove the M2 x 3-mm securing screw.
  • Page 26 Communication Cards: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual 2. Press the other end of the FCM card down into the slot on the system board until the card clicks into place. 3. Replace the M2 x 3-mm securing screw. Back to Contents Page...

  • Page 27: Removing The Display Assembly

    Display Assembly: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Display Assembly Dell™ XPS™ M1330 Service Manual Removing the Display Assembly Replacing the Display Assembly Removing the Display Bezel Replacing the Display Bezel Removing the Display Panel Replacing the Display Panel...
  • Page 28 Display Assembly: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual 6. Remove the keyboard (see Keyboard). 7. Remove the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws from each side of the display assembly. 8. Make note of the cable routing and carefully dislodge the Mini-Card antenna cables from their routing guides and pull the cables with their connectors through the system board so that they are clear of the computer base.

  • Page 29: Replacing The Display Assembly

    Display Assembly: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual 1 M2.5 x 5-mm 2 camera cable connector (optional) screws (2) 3 display cable pull- 4 Mini-Card antennae cables (view from the bottom of the computer) 11. Remove the display assembly from the computer base.

  • Page 30: Replacing The Display Bezel

    Display Assembly: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual 1. Using your fingertips, carefully pry up the inside edge of the display bezel. 2. Remove the display bezel. display bezel Replacing the Display Bezel Realign the display bezel over the display panel, and gently snap into place.

  • Page 31: Replacing The Display Panel

    Display Assembly: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual 1 display panel 2 screws (4) 3 camera cable connector (optional) 4 display panel-cable connector 5. Remove the camera cable connector. 6. Remove the display panel. 7. Remove the six screws (three on each side) that secure the display panel brackets to the display panel.

  • Page 32: Removing The Display Panel Cable

    Display Assembly: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual 5. Replace the display bezel (see Replacing the Display Bezel). Removing the Display Panel Cable 1. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Display Assembly). 2. Remove the display bezel (see Removing the Display Bezel).
  • Page 33 Display Assembly: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual screws (2 each side) display hinge (1 left, 1 right) 5. Remove the hinges. Back to Contents Page file:///C|/Users/SIIES/Downloads/Dell XPS 1330/display.htm#wp1109848[16/07/2010 06:28:06 p.m.]...

  • Page 34: Removing The Lcd Camera

    LCD Camera (optional): Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual Back to Contents Page LCD Camera (optional) Dell™ XPS™ M1330 Service Manual Removing the LCD Camera Replacing the LCD Camera Removing the LCD Camera CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
  • Page 35 LCD Camera (optional): Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual Back to Contents Page file:///C|/Users/SIIES/Downloads/Dell XPS 1330/camera.htm#wp1084976[16/07/2010 06:28:41 p.m.]...

  • Page 36: Removing The Palm Rest

    Palm Rest : Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Palm Rest Dell™ XPS™ M1330 Service Manual Removing the Palm Rest Replacing the Palm Rest Removing the Palm Rest CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

  • Page 37: Replacing The Palm Rest

    Palm Rest : Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual NOTICE: Pull on the plastic tab on top of the connectors to avoid damaging the connectors. 8. Disconnect the touch pad cable from the system board. 1 palm rest 2 touch pad connector NOTICE: Carefully separate the palm rest from the computer base to avoid damage to the palm rest.
  • Page 38 Palm Rest : Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual 1. Align the palm rest with the computer base and gently snap it into place. 2. Connect the touch pad connector to the system board. 3. Replace the seven screws on the top of the palm rest.

  • Page 39: Wireless Sniffer Board

    Wireless Sniffer Board: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Wireless Sniffer Board Dell™ XPS™ M1330 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

  • Page 40: Optical Drive

    Optical Drive: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Optical Drive Dell™ XPS™ M1330 Service Manual CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, 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 a connector on the back panel of the computer.

  • Page 41: Expresscard Reader

    ExpressCard Reader: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual Back to Contents Page ExpressCard Reader Dell™ XPS™ M1330 Service Manual CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, 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 a connector on the back panel of the computer.

  • Page 42: Removing The Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly

    Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Dell™ XPS™ M1330 Service Manual Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Replacing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

  • Page 43: Replacing The Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly

    Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual fan connector thermal-cooling assembly captive screws (5) 4. Remove the fan connector from the system board. NOTE: The fan is a part of the thermal-cooling assembly. 5. Lift the thermal-cooling assembly out of the computer.
  • Page 44 Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual file:///C|/Users/SIIES/Downloads/Dell XPS 1330/cpucool.htm#wp1084976[16/07/2010 06:29:37 p.m.]...

  • Page 45: Removing The Processor

    Processor: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Processor Dell™ XPS™ M1330 Service Manual Removing the Processor Installing the Processor Removing the Processor CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

  • Page 46: Installing The Processor

    Processor: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual processor pin-1 corner of processor ZIF socket ZIF-socket cam screw 4. Use a processor extraction tool to remove the processor. Installing the Processor NOTICE: Ensure that the cam lock is in the fully open position before seating the processor. Seating the processor properly in the ZIF socket does not require force.
  • Page 47 Processor: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual Back to Contents Page file:///C|/Users/SIIES/Downloads/Dell XPS 1330/cpu.htm#wp1084976[16/07/2010 06:29:46 p.m.]...
  • Page 48 Speaker : Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Speaker Dell™ XPS™ M1330 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 the back panel) on the computer.
  • Page 49 Speaker : Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual file:///C|/Users/SIIES/Downloads/Dell XPS 1330/speaker.htm#wp1038494[16/07/2010 06:30:11 p.m.]...

  • Page 50: Removing The System Board

    System Board: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ XPS™ M1330 Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing the System Board Removing the System Board CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

  • Page 51: Replacing The System Board

    System Board: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual 17. Lift the system board at an angle toward the side of the computer and out of the computer base. 1 speaker cable connector 2 power button cable connector 3 power button cable release tabs (2) Replacing the System Board 1.
  • Page 52 System Board: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual NOTE: After you have replaced the system board, enter the computer Service Tag into the BIOS of the replacement system board. 3. Insert the CD that accompanied the replacement system board into the appropriate drive. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen.

  • Page 53: Pin Assignments For I/O Connectors

    Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors Dell™ XPS™ M1330 Service Manual USB Connector Video Connector HDMI Connector USB Connector Pin Signal USB5V+ USBP– USBP+ Video Connector NOTE: The color of the video connector may vary in color between blue and black.

  • Page 54: Hdmi Connector

    Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual CRT_G 10 CRT_B 11 MONITOR_DETECT– DDC_DATA CRT_HS CRT_VS DDC_CLK HDMI Connector Pin Signal Pin Signal TMDS Data 2+ TMDS Clock Shield TMDS Data 2 Shield 12 TMDS Clock- TMDS Data 2-...

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