dell inspiron 8200 User Manual

System Upgrades: Dell Inspiron 8200
 
1 M2.5 x 20-mm screw
1.  Follow the instructions in 
Preparing to Work Inside the Computer. 
2.  Remove the M2.5 x 20-mm screw from the memory module/modem cover. 
3.  Disengage the metal tabs at the opposite end of the cover. 
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1 DIMM B
2 memory module sockets 
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3 DIMM A socket
4 modem daughter card
5 metal tabs (2 per 
socket)
Removing the Memory Modules 
1.  Remove the memory module/modem cover. 
2.  To release a memory module from its socket, spread apart the tabs at eac\
h side  of the module until the module pops up slightly. 
3.  Lift the memory module out of its socket. 
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Replacing the Memory Modules 
1.  If you only have one memory module, install it in the socket labeled DI\
MM A. Install a second memory module in the socket labeled DIMM B. 
HINT: Memory modules are keyed to fit into their sockets in only one direction\
. 
2.  Insert the memory-module edge connector into the socket slot at a 45-deg\
ree  angle and press the module firmly into the slot. 
3.  Pivot the module down until it clicks into place. If you do not hear a c\...

System Upgrades: Dell Inspiron 8200
 
1 modem daughter card
2 M2 x 3-mm screw
3.  Remove the M2 x 3-mm screw that secures the modem daughter card to the  system board. 
4.  Use the pull tab to pull the modem daughter card straight up out of its \
 connector. 
NOTICE: Do not pull on the modem cable. Pull the connector on the end of the 
cable to disconnect the cable. 
5.  Disconnect the modem cable from the modem daughter card. 
Replacing the Modem Daughter Card 
NOTICE: The cable connectors are keyed for...

System Upgrades: Dell Inspiron 8200
2.  Use the screw and boss holes at opposite corners of the modem daughter c\
ard to align the card, and press the card into its connector on the system b\
oard. 
3.  Install the M2 x 3-mm screw that secures the card to the system board. 
4.  Replace the memory module/modem cover. 
Mini PCI Card
You must remove the optional Mini PCI wireless modem (if installed) be\
fore the 
system board can be removed. A wireless modem card must be connected to \
the 
internal...

System Upgrades: Dell Inspiron 8200
 
1 M2.5 x 20-mm screw
Removing the Mini PCI Card 
1.  Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer. 
2.  Remove the M2.5 x 20-mm screw and then remove the Mini PCI card cover. 
3.  To release the Mini PCI card, spread the metal securing tabs until the c\
ard pops  up slightly. 
4.  Disconnect the card from the internal antenna. 
5.  Lift out the card and disconnect any attached cables. 
Replacing the Mini PCI Card 
1.  Align the Mini PCI card with...

System Upgrades: Dell Inspiron 8200
2.  Connect the internal-antenna cable to the primary-antenna connector on t\
he card. 
NOTICE: The connectors are keyed for correct insertion; do not force the 
connections. 
 
1 internal-antenna cable
2 primary-antenna 
connector on card
3.  Pivot the Mini PCI card down until it clicks into place. 
4.  Replace the Mini PCI card cover and the M2.5 x 20-mm screw. 
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Keyboard: Dell Inspiron 8200
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Keyboard 
Dell™ Inspiron™ 8200
NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets 
and remove any installed batteries. 
NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by 
periodically touching unpainted metal on the computer. 
 
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Keyboard: Dell Inspiron 8200
1M2.5 x 20-mm screws 
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Removing the Keyboard 
1.  Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer. 
2.  Turn the computer over and remove the four M2.5 x 20-mm screws (three  labeled circle K and one labeled circle K/M). 
3.  Turn the computer over and open the display. 
NOTICE: Be careful when handling the keyboard. The keycaps are fragile, 
easily dislodged, and time-consuming to replace. 
4.  Use a nonmarring plastic scribe under the blank key to pry up...