Dell M5030 Service Manual
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7. Lift the processor module from the ZIF socket. Replacing the Processor Module 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin . 2. Align the pin - 1 corner of the processor module with the pin - 1 corner of the ZIF socket, then insert the processor module. When the processor module is properly seated, all four corners are aligned at the same height. If one or more corners of the module are higher than the others, the module is not seated properly. 3. Tighten the ZIF socket by turning the cam screw clockwise to secure the processor module to the system board. 4. Replace the processor heat sink (see Replacing the Processor Heat Sink ). 5. Replace the palm rest (see Replacing the Palm Rest ). 6. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard ). 7. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Battery ). Back to Contents Page NOTE: If a new processor is installed, you will receive a new thermal - cooling assembly, which will include an affixed thermal pad, or you will receive a new thermal pad along with documentation to illustrate proper installation. NOTE: The pin - 1 corner of the processor module has a triangle that aligns with the triangle on the pin - 1 corner of the ZIF socket. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the processor module, hold the screwdriver perpendicular to the processor module when turning the cam screw. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer.
Back to Contents Page Processor Heat Sink Removing the Processor Heat Sink Replacing the Processor Heat Sink Removing the Processor Heat Sink 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin . 2. Remove the battery (see Removing the Battery ). 3. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Keyboard ). 4. Remove the palm rest (see Removing the Palm Rest ). 5. Remove the adhesive tape that secures the display cable to the processor heat sink. 6. Disconnect the fan cable and the display cable from their connectors on the system board. 7. In sequential order (indicated on the processor heat sink), loosen the four captive screws that secure the processor heat sink to the system board. 8. Lift the processor heat sink off the system board. WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: If you remove the processor heat sink from the computer when the heat sink is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the processor heat sink. CAUTION: is not covered by your warranty. CAUTION: 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 your computer). CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery ) before working inside the computer. NOTE: Make a note of the cable routing before disconnecting the cables. 1 processor heat sink 2 fan cable connector 3 display cable connector NOTE: The appearance and number of screws on the processor heat sink may vary based on the your computer model.
Replacing the Processor Heat Sink 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin . 2. Place the processor heat sink on the system board. 3. Align the four captive screws on the processor heat sink with the screw holes on the system board and tighten the screws in sequential order (indicated on the processor heat sink). 4. Route the cables through the routing guides. Connect the fan cable and display cable to their connectors on the system board. 5. Replace the adhesive tape that secures the display cable to the processor heat sink. 6. Replace the palm rest (see Replacing the Palm Rest ). 7. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard ). 8. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Battery ). Back to Contents Page 1 processor heat sink 2 captive screws (4) NOTE: This procedure assumes that you have already removed the processor heat sink and are ready to replace it. NOTE: The appearance and number of screws on the processor heat sink may vary based on the your computer model. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer.
Back to Contents Page Display Display Assembly Display Bezel Display Panel Display Assembly Removing the Display Assembly 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin . 2. Remove the battery (see Removing the Battery ). 3. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Keyboard ). 4. Remove the two screws that secure the display assembly to the base of the computer. 5. Remove the palm rest (see Removing the Palm Rest ). 6. Turn the computer over and open the display as far as possible. 7. Make a note of the Wireless Mini - Card antenna cable routing and disconnect the Wireless Mini - Card antenna cable from the Wireless Mini - Card. 8. Disconnect the display cable from the connector on the system board and remove it from the routing guide. 9. Remove the two screws (one on each side) that secure the display assembly to the computer base. 10. Lift and remove the display assembly out of the computer base. WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: is not covered by your warranty. CAUTION: 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 your computer). CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery ) before working inside the computer.
Replacing the Display Assembly 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin . 2. Place the display assembly in position and replace the two screws (one on each side) that secure the display assembly to the computer base. 3. Route the display cable into the routing guide and connect the display cable to the connector on the system board. 4. Route the Mini - Card antenna cable into the routing guide and connect the Mini - Card antenna cable to the connector on the Mini - Card. 5. Turn the computer over and replace the two screws at the base of the computer. 6. Replace the palm rest (see Replacing the Palm Rest ). 7. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard ). 8. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Battery ). Display Bezel Removing the Display Bezel 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin . 2. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Display Assembly ). 3. Using your fingertips, carefully pry up the inside edge of the display bezel. 4. Remove the display bezel. 1 display assembly 2 screws (2) 3 display cable 4 Mini - Card antenna cable CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer. CAUTION: The display bezel is extremely fragile. Be careful when removing it to prevent damaging the bezel.
Replacing the Display Bezel 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin . 2. Align the display bezel over the display panel, and gently snap it into place. 3. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Display Assembly ). Display Panel Removing the Display Panel 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin . 2. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Display Assembly ). 3. Remove the display bezel (see Removing the Display Bezel ). 4. Disconnect the camera cable from the connector on the camera module. 5. Remove the eight screws that secure the display panel to the display cover. 1 display bezel
6. Lift the display panel off the display cover. 7. Turn the display panel over and place it on a clean surface. 8. Lift the tape that secures the display cable to the display board connector and disconnect the display cable. 9. Peel off the camera cable from the back of the display panel. 10. Remove the four screws (two on each side) that secure the display panel brackets to the display panel. Replacing the Display Panel 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin . 1 display cable 2 screws (8) 3 display panel 4 camera cable connector 1 tape 2 display board connector 3 display cable 4 back of the display panel 1 display panel brackets (2) 2 screws (4)
2. Replace the four screws (two on each side) that secure the display panel brackets to the display panel. 3. Connect the display cable to the display board connector and secure it with the tape. 4. Adhere the camera cable to the back of the display panel. 5. Place the display panel on the display cover and connect the camera cable to the connector on the camera module. 6. Align the screw holes on the display panel with the screw holes on the display cover. 7. Replace the eight screws that secure the display panel to the display cover. 8. Replace the display bezel (see Replacing the Display Bezel ). 9. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Display Assembly ). Back to Contents Page CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer.
Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive Removing the Hard Drive 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin . 2. Remove the battery (see Removing the Battery ). 3. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Keyboard ). 4. Remove the two screws that secure the hard drive to the base of the computer. 5. Remove the palm rest (see Removing the Palm Rest ). 6. Slide the hard drive away from the hard - drive connector on the system board. 7. Lift the hard drive out of the hard - drive bay. WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the drive is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive. CAUTION: is not covered by your warranty. CAUTION: To prevent data loss, turn off your computer (see Turning Off Your Computer ) before removing the hard drive. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is On or in Sleep state. CAUTION: 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 your computer). CAUTION: Hard drives are extremely fragile. Exercise care when handling the hard drive. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery ) before working inside the computer. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell. 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. CAUTION: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging (see Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge in the safety instructions that shipped with your computer).
Replacing the Hard Drive 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin . 2. Remove the new hard drive from its packaging. Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive. 3. Place the hard drive in the hard - drive bay and push the hard drive towards the connector until it is fully seated. 4. Turn the computer over and replace the two screws that secure the hard - drive to the base of the computer. 5. Replace the palm rest (see Replacing the Palm Rest ). 6. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard ). 7. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Battery ). 8. Install the operating system for your computer, as needed. See Restoring Your Operating System in the Setup Guide . 9. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed. Back to Contents Page 1 hard drive CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer.