dell latitude d400 User Manual

Mini PCI Card: 
 
1 antenna cables (2)  
2 Mini PCI card 9Y200 
3X548
J0846
b.  Release the Mini PCI card by spreading the metal securing tabs until the\
  card pops up slightly. 
c.  Lift the Mini PCI card out of its connector. 
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Mini PCI Card: 
 
1 securing tabs (2)
2 Mini PCI card connector
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the Mini PCI card, never place cables on top of or 
under the card. 
NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel 
resistance, check the connectors and realign the card. 
NOTICE: Handle the antenna cables with care because they are very fragile. 
NOTE: If a Mini PCI card was not already installed, remove the foam that 
secures the antenna cables before you install the card. 
4.  Align...

Mini PCI Card: 
5.  Connect the antenna cables to the Mini PCI card, with the white cable in\
 the Mini PCI connector closer to the palm rest, and the black cable in the Mini P\
CI card 
connector closer to the display. 
6.  
Replace the keyboard. 
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Modem: 
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Modem 
 CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety 
instructions in your System 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. 
1.  Follow the instructions in 
Preparing to Work Inside the Computer to remove 
the battery and prepare the computer for work. 
NOTICE: Handle components and...

Modem: 
 
1 M2 x 5-mm screw 1428U
2 pull-tab  
3 modem cable  
3.  If a modem is not already installed, go to 
step 4. If you are replacing a modem, 
remove the existing modem: 
a.  Remove the M2 x 5-mm screw securing the modem to the system board,  and set it aside. 
b.  Pull straight up on the attached pull-tab to lift the modem out of its  connector on the system board, and disconnect the modem cable. 
4.  Connect the modem cable to the modem. 
NOTICE: The cable connectors are keyed for correct...

Modem: 
6.  Install the screw to secure the modem to the system board. 
7.  Replace the modem cover. 
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Hard Drive: 
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Hard Drive 
  Removing the Hard Drive
  Installing the Hard Drive
  Removing the Interposer
  Replacing the Interposer
Removing the Hard Drive
 CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the 
drive is warm, do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive.
 CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety 
instructions in your System Information Guide.
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist...

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 
System Information Guide. 
 
1 M3 x 3-mm screws (2) 2864D
2 hard drive
See Mini RSL
3.  Slide the hard drive out of the computer. 
Installing the Hard Drive
1.  Remove the new drive from its packaging. 
Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive.
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Hard Drive: 
2.  Slide the hard drive into the bay until it is fully seated. 
3.  Replace and tighten the two M3 x 3-mm screws. 
4.  Use the Operating System CD to install the operating system for your computer. 
5.  Use the Drivers and Utilities CD to install the drivers and utilities for your computer. 
Removing the Interposer
1.  Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer to remove 
the battery and prepare the computer for work. 
2.  Remove the 
hard drive. 
3.  Remove the two M3...

Hard Drive: 
1M3 x 3-mm screws (2) 2864D
2 hard drive carrier 7X499
4.  Carefully remove the interposer by pulling it straight off the hard driv\
e. 
 
1 interposer 8267R
Replacing the Interposer
NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to slide the drive into place. If you use 
excessive force, you may damage the connector. 
1.  Attach the hard drive carrier to the new hard drive, and replace the two\
 M3 x 3- mm screws. 
2.  Carefully attach the interposer from the old hard drive by pushing it st\
raight...