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Hard Drive: Dell Inspiron XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual
1 M3 x 3-mm screw
2 hard drive
NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective
antistatic packaging. See Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge i\
n your
Owners Manual.
3. Slide the hard drive out of the computer.
4. Remove the new drive from its packaging.
Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive.
NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to slide the drive into place. If you use...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/19/48078/w300_dell-inspiron-xps-and-inspiron-9100-service-manual-30.png "Page 31
Hard Drive: Dell Inspiron XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual
1 M3 x 3-mm screw
2 hard drive
NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective
antistatic packaging. See Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge i\
n your
Owners Manual.
3. Slide the hard drive out of the computer.
4. Remove the new drive from its packaging.
Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive.
NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to slide the drive into place. If you use...")
Hard Drive: Dell Inspiron XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual 1 M3 x 3-mm screw 2 hard drive NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging. See Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge i\ n your Owners Manual. 3. Slide the hard drive out of the computer. 4. Remove the new drive from its packaging. Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive. NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to slide the drive into place. If you use...
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Hard Drive: Dell Inspiron XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual
6. Replace and tighten the screw.
7. Use the Operating System CD to install the operating system for your computer. For instructions, see Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XP in your Owners
Manual.
8. Use the Drivers and Utilities CD to install the drivers and utilities for your computer. For instructions, see Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities in \
your
Owners Manual.
Returning a Hard Drive to Dell
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Hard Drive: Dell Inspiron XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual
6. Replace and tighten the screw.
7. Use the Operating System CD to install the operating system for your computer. For instructions, see Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XP in your Owners
Manual.
8. Use the Drivers and Utilities CD to install the drivers and utilities for your computer. For instructions, see Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities in \
your
Owners Manual.
Returning a Hard Drive to Dell
Return your old hard drive to Dell...")
Hard Drive: Dell Inspiron XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual 6. Replace and tighten the screw. 7. Use the Operating System CD to install the operating system for your computer. For instructions, see Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XP in your Owners Manual. 8. Use the Drivers and Utilities CD to install the drivers and utilities for your computer. For instructions, see Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities in \ your Owners Manual. Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Return your old hard drive to Dell...
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Fans
Dell™ Inspiron™ XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual
CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety
instructions in your Owners Manual.
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...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/19/48078/w300_dell-inspiron-xps-and-inspiron-9100-service-manual-32.png "Page 33
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Fans
Dell™ Inspiron™ XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual
CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety
instructions in your Owners Manual.
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...")
Fans: Dell Inspiron XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Fans Dell™ Inspiron™ XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your Owners Manual. 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...
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1 captive screws (2)
2 fan cover
3 audio connectors
4. Remove the M2.5 x 6-mm screw on the fan and lift up the fan release leve\
r.
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1 captive screws (2)
2 fan cover
3 audio connectors
4. Remove the M2.5 x 6-mm screw on the fan and lift up the fan release leve\
r.
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1 fan
2 fan release lever
3 M2.5 x 6-mm screw
5. Use the fan release lever to lift the fan out of the computer.
When replacing fan 2, press down on the fan surface labeled Press here\
to securely
seat the fan in place.
To remove fan 3: 1. Unscrew the two captive screws labeled F3.
2. Lift the fan out of the computer.
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1 fan
2 fan release lever
3 M2.5 x 6-mm screw
5. Use the fan release lever to lift the fan out of the computer.
When replacing fan 2, press down on the fan surface labeled Press here\
to securely
seat the fan in place.
To remove fan 3: 1. Unscrew the two captive screws labeled F3.
2. Lift the fan out of the computer.
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Fans: Dell Inspiron XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual 1 fan 2 fan release lever 3 M2.5 x 6-mm screw 5. Use the fan release lever to lift the fan out of the computer. When replacing fan 2, press down on the fan surface labeled Press here\ to securely seat the fan in place. To remove fan 3: 1. Unscrew the two captive screws labeled F3. 2. Lift the fan out of the computer. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/9100/fan.htm (3 of 4) [2/28\ /2004 7:45:50 AM]
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NOTE: The cover on this fan is not removable. It remains attached to the fan. \
1 captive screws (2)
2 fan cover
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NOTE: The cover on this fan is not removable. It remains attached to the fan. \
1 captive screws (2)
2 fan cover
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Hinge Covers: Dell Inspiron XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual
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Hinge Covers
Dell™ Inspiron™ XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual
CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety
instructions in your Owners Manual.
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...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/19/48078/w300_dell-inspiron-xps-and-inspiron-9100-service-manual-36.png "Page 37
Hinge Covers: Dell Inspiron XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual
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Hinge Covers
Dell™ Inspiron™ XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual
CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety
instructions in your Owners Manual.
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...")
Hinge Covers: Dell Inspiron XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Hinge Covers Dell™ Inspiron™ XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety instructions in your Owners Manual. 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...
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Hinge Covers: Dell Inspiron XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual
1 left hinge cover
2 right hinge cover
3. Remove the center hinge cover: a. Close the display.
b. Facing the front of the computer, press in on the two hinge cover snaps \
and pull them up slightly to disengage them.
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Hinge Covers: Dell Inspiron XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual
1 left hinge cover
2 right hinge cover
3. Remove the center hinge cover: a. Close the display.
b. Facing the front of the computer, press in on the two hinge cover snaps \
and pull them up slightly to disengage them.
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Hinge Covers: Dell Inspiron XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual 1 left hinge cover 2 right hinge cover 3. Remove the center hinge cover: a. Close the display. b. Facing the front of the computer, press in on the two hinge cover snaps \ and pull them up slightly to disengage them. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/9100/hinge.htm (2 of 4) [2/\ 28/2004 7:45:51 AM]
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1 hinge cover snaps (2)
c. Open the display all the way (180 degrees) so that it lies flat agains\
t your work surface.
d. Lift the center hinge cover just enough to access the flex-cable connect\
or. e. Using the pull-tab, disconnect the center–hinge-cover flex cable from\
the system board connector.
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Hinge Covers: Dell Inspiron XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual
1 hinge cover snaps (2)
c. Open the display all the way (180 degrees) so that it lies flat agains\
t your work surface.
d. Lift the center hinge cover just enough to access the flex-cable connect\
or. e. Using the pull-tab, disconnect the center–hinge-cover flex cable from\
the system board connector.
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28/2004 7:45:51 AM]")
Hinge Covers: Dell Inspiron XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual 1 hinge cover snaps (2) c. Open the display all the way (180 degrees) so that it lies flat agains\ t your work surface. d. Lift the center hinge cover just enough to access the flex-cable connect\ or. e. Using the pull-tab, disconnect the center–hinge-cover flex cable from\ the system board connector. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/9100/hinge.htm (3 of 4) [2/\ 28/2004 7:45:51 AM]
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Hinge Covers: Dell Inspiron XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual
1 center hinge cover
2 center–hinge-cover flex cable and pull-tab
3 system board connector
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Hinge Covers: Dell Inspiron XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual
1 center hinge cover
2 center–hinge-cover flex cable and pull-tab
3 system board connector
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Hinge Covers: Dell Inspiron XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual 1 center hinge cover 2 center–hinge-cover flex cable and pull-tab 3 system board connector Back to Contents Page file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/9100/hinge.htm (4 of 4) [2/\ 28/2004 7:45:51 AM]