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Dell Inspiron 13z-N311z Owner's Manual Regulatory Model: P17S001 Regulatory Type:P17S - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 2
A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loess of data if instructions are not followed. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell™, the DELL logo, and Inspiron™ are trademarks of Dell Inc; - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 3
Contents 1 Before You Begin 9 Recommended Tools 9 Turning Off Your Computer 9 Before Working Inside Your Computer 10 2 Battery 13 Removing the Battery 13 Replacing the Battery 14 3 Module Cover 15 Removing the Module Cover 15 Replacing the Module Cover 16 4 Memory Module(s 17 Upgrading - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 4
5 Hard-Drive Assembly 21 Removing the Hard-Drive Assembly 21 Replacing the Hard-Drive Assembly 23 6 Keyboard 25 Removing the Keyboard 25 Replacing the Keyboard 27 7 Palm-Rest Assembly 29 Removing the Palm-Rest Assembly 29 Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly 32 8 Wireless Mini-Card 35 Removing - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 5
Display Brackets 49 10 Camera Module 51 Removing the Camera Module 51 Replacing the Camera Module 52 11 Coin-Cell Battery 53 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 53 Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 54 12 Thermal Fan 55 Removing the Thermal Fan 55 Replacing the Thermal Fan 56 13 System Board 59 - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 6
Replacing the System Board 60 Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 62 14 Heat-Sink Assembly 63 Removing the Heat-Sink Assembly 63 Replacing the Heat-Sink Assembly 64 15 HDMI Board - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 7
19 System Setup 83 Entering System Setup 83 System Setup Options 84 Boot Sequence 87 Boot Options 87 Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot . . 88 Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots . . . . 88 20 Flashing the BIOS 91 Contents 7 - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 8
8 Contents - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 9
1 Before You Begin This manual provides instructions for removing and installing components in your computer. • Small flat-blade screwdriver • Plastic scribe • BIOS executable update program available at support.dell.com Turning Off Your Computer CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 10
safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. CAUTION: To avoid - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 11
CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13) before working inside the computer. 7 Remove the battery. See "Removing the Battery" on page 13. 8 Turn the computer top-side up, open the computer, and press the power button to - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 12
12 Before You Begin - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 13
on your computer). CAUTION: To avoid damage to the computer, use only the battery designed for this particular Dell computer. Do not use batteries designed for other Dell computers. Removing the Battery 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Turn off the computer and turn it - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 14
1 2 1 battery 2 battery release latches (2) Replacing the Battery 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Place the battery in the battery bay and press down until it clicks into place. 3 Ensure that the two battery release latches are in locked position. 14 Battery - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 15
dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell Cover 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery. See "Removing the Battery" on page 13. - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 16
Cover 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the tabs on the module cover into the slots on the computer base and gently snap the module cover into place. 3 Tighten the captive screw that secures the module cover to the computer base. 4 Replace the battery. See "Replacing - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 17
for your computer model at support.dell.com/manuals. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty. Removing the Memory Module(s) 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery. See "Removing the Battery" on page 13. 3 Remove the - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 18
in two connectors, install a memory module in the connector labeled DIMM A before you install a memory module in the connector labeled DIMM B. 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the notch on the memory module with the tab in the memory module connector. 3 Slide the - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 19
computer may not boot. 1 2 1 tab 2 notch 4 Replace the module cover. See "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 16. 5 Replace the battery as per the instructions in "Replacing the Battery" on page 14 or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet. 6 Turn on the computer. As - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 20
20 Memory - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 21
from a source other than Dell, you must install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive. See Me and My Dell. Removing the Hard-Drive Assembly 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery. See "Removing the Battery" on page 13. 3 Remove - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 22
5 To avoid damage to the hard drive, gently slide the hard-drive bracket away from the hard-drive slot. 6 Lift the hard-drive assembly off the computer base. 1 2 1 screw 2 hard-drive assembly 7 Remove the two screws that secure the hard-drive bracket to the hard drive. 8 Lift the hard drive out - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 23
(2) 3 hard drive 2 hard-drive bracket Replacing the Hard-Drive Assembly 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the hard drive from its packaging the Module Cover" on page 16. 9 Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 14. Hard-Drive Assembly 23 - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 24
to the computer. 10 Install the operating system for your computer, as needed. See the Restoring Your Operating System section in the Me and My Dell document. 11 Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed. For more information, see the Me and My - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 25
dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell Keyboard 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery. See "Removing the Battery" on page 13. - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 26
1 2 3 1 plastic scribe 3 palm-rest assembly 2 keyboard CAUTION: Exercise caution while lifting up the keyboard to avoid pulling the keyboard connector from the system board forcefully. 6 Carefully lift the keyboard and slide the keyboard tabs out of the slots on the palm-rest assembly. 7 Turn the - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 27
1 2 1 keyboard-cable connector 2 keyboard Replacing the Keyboard 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Slide the keyboard cable into the secure the keyboard under the tabs on the palm-rest assembly. 5 Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 14. Keyboard 27 - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 28
28 Keyboard - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 29
due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13) before working inside the computer. Removing the Palm-Rest Assembly 1 Follow the instructions in - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 30
5 Remove the keyboard. See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 25. 6 Open the display as far as possible. 7 Remove the six screws that secure the palm-rest assembly to the system board. CAUTION: Pull on the plastic tab on top of the connectors to avoid damaging the connectors. 8 Lift the connector latch - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 31
1 2 3 1 hot-key board cable connector 3 touch pad cable connector 2 screws (6) CAUTION: Separate the palm-rest assembly from the computer base carefully to avoid damage to the palm-rest assembly. 9 Carefully lift the palm-rest assembly off the computer base. Palm-Rest Assembly 31 - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 32
Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the tabs on the palm-rest assembly with . 7 Replace the module cover. See "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 16. 8 Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 14. 32 Palm-Rest Assembly - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 33
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. Palm-Rest Assembly 33 - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 34
34 Palm-Rest Assembly - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 35
help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13) before working inside the computer. CAUTION instructions that shipped with your computer. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for Mini-Cards from sources other than Dell - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 36
1 half Mini-Card 2 screw 8 Lift the Mini-Card out of the system board connector. Replacing the Mini-Card 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. NOTE: Your computer can support either one WLAN Mini-Card or one WLAN/Bluetooth combo card at a time. 2 Remove the Mini-Card from its - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 37
"Replacing the Module Cover" on page 16. 10 Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 14. 11 Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as required. For more information, see Me and My Dell on support.dell.com/manuals. NOTE: If you are installing a wireless Mini-Card from - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 38
38 Wireless Mini-Card - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 39
dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell them. 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery. See "Removing the Battery" on page 13. 3 - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 40
7 Remove the hinge cover from the computer base. 40 Display - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 41
1 hinge cover Replacing the Hinge Cover 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Place and module cover. See "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 16. 6 Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 14. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 42
Display Assembly Removing the Display Assembly 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery. See "Removing the Battery" on page 13. 3 Remove the module cover. See "Removing the Module and the display cables. Remove the cables from the routing guides. 42 Display - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 43
11 Remove the two screws (one on each side) that secure the display assembly to the computer base. 12 Make a note of the cable routing and disconnect the display cable and the wireless card antenna cables from the connectors on the Mini-Card. 1 2 1 display assembly 3 Mini-Card antenna cables 4 3 - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 44
"Replacing the Module Cover" on page 16. 12 Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 14. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, Be careful when removing it to prevent damaging the bezel. 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the display assembly. - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 45
1 1 display bezel Replacing the Display Bezel 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the display bezel with the display panel, and in damage to the computer. Display Panel Removing the Display Panel 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. Display 45 - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 46
2 Remove the display assembly. See "Removing the Display Assembly" on page 42. 3 Remove the display bezel. See "Removing the Display Bezel" on page 44. 4 Remove the four screws that secure the display panel to the display bracket. 1 2 1 screws (4) 2 display panel 5 Lift the tape that secures - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 47
1 2 1 tape 2 display cable connector Replacing the Display Panel 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Replace the six screws (three on each side) that secure the display-panel brackets to the display panel. 3 Connect - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 48
remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer. Display Brackets Removing the Display Brackets 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the display assembly. See "Removing the Display Assembly" on page 42. 3 Remove the display bezel. See - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 49
Replacing the Display Brackets 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Replace the six screws (three on each side) that secure the display-panel brackets to the display panel. 3 Replace - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 50
50 Display - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 51
To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13) before working inside the computer. Removing the Camera Module 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Follow instructions from step 2 to step 13 in "Removing the Display - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 52
display panel. See "Replacing the Display Panel" on page 47. 6 Replace the display bezel. See "Replacing the Display Bezel" on page 45. 7 Follow instructions from step 2 to step 6 in "Replacing the Display Assembly" on page 44. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 53
Coin-Cell Battery 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 dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 54
Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 With the positive side facing up, snap the coin-cell battery into the battery socket on the system board. 3 Replace the palm-rest assembly. See "Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly" on page 32. 4 Replace the - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 55
dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell Fan 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery. See "Removing the Battery" on page 13. - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 56
23 1 4 1 system board 3 screws (2) 2 thermal fan 4 system board connector Replacing the Thermal Fan 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Place the thermal fan on the computer base. 3 Replace the two screws that secure the thermal fan to the - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 57
7 Replace the module cover. See "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 16. 8 Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 14. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 58
58 Thermal Fan - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 59
your computer). CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13) before working inside the computer. Removing the System Board 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Press and eject any installed cards from the - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 60
system-board assembly over. 16 Remove the heat-sink assembly. See "Removing the Heat-Sink Assembly" on page 63. Replacing the System Board 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 60 System Board - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 61
Battery" on page 14. 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. 16 Turn on the computer. NOTE: After you have replaced the system board, enter the computer's Service - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 62
Tag in the BIOS 1 Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the main battery is installed properly. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Press during POST to enter the system setup program. 4 Navigate to the Security tab and enter the service tag in the Set Service Tag field. 62 System Board - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 63
prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13) before working inside the computer. Removing the Heat-Sink Assembly 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Follow the instructions from step 3 to step 15 in "Removing the System - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 64
conductivity is achieved. NOTE: This procedure assumes that you have already removed the heat-sink assembly and are ready to replace it. 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the three captive screws on the heat-sink assembly with the screw holes on the system board - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 65
3 Follow the instructions from step 3 to step 15 in "Replacing the System Board" on page 60. 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. Processor Heat Sink 65 - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 66
66 Processor Heat Sink - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 67
dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell Board 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery. See "Removing the Battery" on page 13. - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 68
1 system board 3 screws (2) 2 HDMI board Replacing the HDMI Board 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the screw hole on the HDMI module cover. See "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 16. 8 Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 14. 68 HDMI Board - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 69
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. HDMI Board 69 - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 70
70 HDMI Board - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 71
dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell Card 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery. See "Removing the Battery" on page 13. - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 72
1 2 1 I/O board 2 Speaker cable 10 Lift the I/O board from the computer base. Replacing the I/O Card 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the I/O board with the I/O slots on the computer base and place the I/O board on the computer base. 3 Connect - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 73
the Memory Module(s)" on page 18. 10 Replace the module cover. See "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 16. 11 Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 14. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 74
74 I/O Board - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 75
dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell Speakers 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery. See "Removing the Battery" on page 13. - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 76
1 2 1 speaker cable connector 2 speakers (2) 10 Remove the speaker modules from the computer base. Replacing the Speakers 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Route the speaker cable on the computer base. 3 Align the speaker modules using the alignment post on the - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 77
9 Replace the module cover. See "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 16. 10 Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 14. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 78
78 Speakers - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 79
dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell Cable 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery. See "Removing the Battery" on page 13. - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 80
the routing of the DC-in connector cable and lift the DC-in connector off the computer base. Replacing the DC-in Cable 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Route the DC-in connector cable and place the DC-in connector on the computer base. 3 Connect the DC - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 81
. See "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 27. 8 Replace the module cover. See "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 16. 9 Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 14. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 82
82 DC-in Cable - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 83
that you write down the system setup screen information for future reference. Entering System Setup 1 Turn on (or restart) your computer. 2 When the DELL logo is displayed, watch for the F2 prompt to appear and then press immediately. NOTE: The F2 prompt indicates that the keyboard has - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 84
exactly as listed. Main System Time System Date BIOS Version Product Name Service Tag Asset Tag Processor Information CPU Type Displays the current time in Displays the BIOS version number Displays the product name Displays the service tag of the computer Displays the asset tag of the computer - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 85
Virtualization Integrated NIC USB Emulation USB Powershare USB Wake Support SATA Operation Adapter Warnings Function Key Behavior Displays the standby, the BIOS will remove power from all of the USB ports to conserve battery power. Sets the SATA operation mode to: AHCI Mode ATA Mode Enables or - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 86
password has been set Displays whether the system password has been set Displays whether the hard drive password has been set Sets the service tag of your computer Allows you to set, change, or delete the administrator password NOTE: Deleting administrator password deletes the system password. You - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 87
2nd Boot Priority 3rd Boot Priority 4th Boot Priority 5th Boot Priority Exit Exit Options Specifies the boot sequence from the available devices Diskette Drive; Hard Drive; USB Storage Device; CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive; Network; Disabled (CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive by default) Specifies the boot sequence from the - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 88
• CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive - The computer attempts to boot from the CD/DVD/CD-RW drive. If no CD/DVD/CD-RW is in the drive, or if the CD/DVD/CD-RW has no operating system, the computer generates an error message. • USB Storage Device - Insert the memory device into a USB connector and restart the computer - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 89
NOTE: Write down your current boot sequence in case you want to restore it. 3 Press the up- and down-arrow keys to move through the list of devices. 4 Press plus (+) or minus (-) to change the boot priority of the device. System Setup Utility 89 - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 90
90 System Setup Utility - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 91
update is available or when replacing the system board. To flash the BIOS: 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Go to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer. NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located on a label at the top of your computer. If you have your - Dell Inspiron 13z N311z | Inspiron 13z N311Z Owners Manual - Page 92
8 Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions that appear on the screen. 92 Flashing the BIOS
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