DELL inspiron 4100 User Manual

Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Inspiron 4150 
 
1 M2.5 x 12-mm screw 
(1)
2 captive screws (2)
Removing the Memory Modules 
NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical 
outlets, and remove any installed batteries. 
NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by 
touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer. 
NOTICE: Read Preparing to Work Inside the Computer before performing the 
following procedure. 
1.  Remove the...

Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Inspiron 4150 
NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use 
tools to spread the inner metal tabs that secure the memory module. 
2.  Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the inner tabs on each end\
 of the  memory module connector. 
The module pops up.
 
1 JDIM 1 connector
2 JDIM 2 connector
3 keying tab
4 keying notch on 
memory module
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Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Inspiron 4150 
5inner tabs (2 per 
connector)
3.  Lift the memory module out of its connector. 
Replacing Memory Modules 
1.  If you only have one memory module, install it in the connector labeled \
JDIM1  on the system board. Install a second memory module in the connector lab\
eled 
JDIM2. 
HINT: Memory modules are keyed, or designed to fit into their connectors, in 
only one direction. 
NOTICE: The memory module must be inserted at a 45-degree angle to...

Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Inspiron 4150 
NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by 
touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer. 
NOTICE: Read Preparing to Work Inside the Computer before performing the 
following procedure. 
1.  Remove the 
memory module cover. 
2.  Disconnect the Mini PCI card from any attached cables. 
3.  Release the Mini PCI card by spreading the metal securing tabs until the\
 card  pops up slightly. 
4.  Lift the Mini...

Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Inspiron 4150 
1antenna connectors on 
card (2)
2 antenna cables (2)
Replacing the Mini PCI Card 
1.  Align the Mini PCI card with the connector at a 45-degree angle, and pre\
ss the 
Mini PCI card into the connector until you hear a click. 
NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel 
resistance, check the connectors and realign the card. 
2.  Connect the antenna cables to the Mini PCI card. 
3.  Replace the cover, and tighten...

Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Inspiron 4150 
NOTICE: Do not pull on the modem cable. Pull from the modem connector to 
disconnect the cable. 
3.  Pull straight up on the attached pull-tab to lift the modem out of its c\
onnector  on the system board and disconnect the modem cable. 
 
1 M2 x 3-mm screws (2)
2 modem connector
3 modem cable
4 pull-tab
Replacing the Modem 
1.  Connect the modem cable to the modem. 
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Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem: Dell Inspiron 4150 
NOTICE: The connectors are keyed for correct insertion; do not force the 
connections. 
2.  Align the modem with the screw holes on the system board and press down on  the pull-tab to seat the modem in the connector. 
NOTICE: Pressing down on the modem anywhere other than on the pull-tab 
can break the modem. 
3.  Install the two M2 x 3-mm screws that secure the modem to the system boa\
rd. 
4.  Replace the cover, and tighten the screws. 
Back...

Keyboard: Dell Inspiron 4150 
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Keyboard 
Dell™ Inspiron™ 4150 
Removing the Keyboard 
NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical 
outlets, and remove any installed batteries. 
NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by 
touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer. 
NOTICE: Read Preparing to Work Inside the Computer before performing the 
following procedure. 
1.  Remove the 
hard drive. 
2.  Turn the computer...

Keyboard: Dell Inspiron 4150 
 
1 M2.5 x 12-mm screws 
(5)
3.  Turn the computer over and open the display. 
NOTICE: The key caps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-
consuming to replace. Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard\
. 
4.  Remove the center control cover:  a.  Use a small, flat-blade screwdriver or plastic scribe to lift the right \
edge of the center control cover and pry it loose from the bottom case. 
b.  Lift the center control cover up and away from the...

Keyboard: Dell Inspiron 4150 
 
5.  To release the keyboard from the palm rest, use a small, flat-blade scre\
wdriver  or plastic scribe to pull up on the right edge of the blank key on the k\
eyboard. 
 
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