Dell Inspiron 620s Service Manual
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Dell™ Inspiron™ 620s Service Manual Technical Overview Before You Begin Computer Cover Memory Module(s) Front Bezel PCI Express Cards Card Retention Bracket Drives Front I/O Panel Power Button Module Fans Processor Coin-Cell Battery Power Supply System Board System Setup Flashing the BIOS Notes, - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 2
on technical specifications of your computer, see the Setup Guide at support.dell.com/manuals. Recommended Tools The instructions in this document may require the following tools: l Small flat-blade screwdriver l Small Phillips screwdriver l Plastic scribe l BIOS executable update program available - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 3
any installed cards from the Media Card Reader. 7. Press and hold the power button to ground the system board. CAUTION: Before touching anything inside your computer, ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as the metal at the back of the computer. While you work, periodically - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 4
Front Bezel Dell™ Inspiron™ 620s Service Manual Removing the Front Bezel Replacing the Front Bezel WARNING: Before working inside your computer Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Removing the Front Bezel 1. Follow the instructions in Before You - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 5
Replacing the Front Bezel 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Align and insert the front bezel clamps into the front panel slots. 3. Rotate the front bezel towards the computer until the - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 6
Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Inspiron™ 620s Service Manual The BIOS may require flashing when an 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 - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 7
Back to Contents Page PCI Express Cards Dell™ Inspiron™ 620s Service Manual Removing PCI Express Cards Replacing PCI Express Cards Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing the PCI Express Card WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 8
and dirt out of your computer. Replacing PCI Express Cards 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Prepare the card for installation. See the documentation that shipped with the card for information on configuring the card, making internal connections, or otherwise customizing it for your - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 9
based on your computer model. Perform one of the following instructions based on the type of securing tab on the PCI Express x16 card slot. l Push the securing tab to the side and place the PCI Express card in the slot on the system board and press down firmly. Ensure that the PCI Express - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 10
of external connectors, see the Setup Guide. For information on installing drivers and software for your card, see the documentation that shipped with the card. Sound card Installed Removed 1. Enter system setup (see System Setup). 2. Go to Onboard Audio Controller and then change the setting - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 11
Back to Contents Page Card Retention Bracket Dell™ Inspiron™ 620s Service Manual Removing the Card Retention Bracket Replacing the Card Retention Bracket WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 12
1 release tab 2 card retention bracket Back to Contents Page - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 13
Back to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ Inspiron™ 620s Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the 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 - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 14
1 coin-cell battery 2 battery socket 3. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 4. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on. 5. Enter system setup (see System Setup) and restore the settings you recorded in step 1. Back to Contents Page - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 15
Back to Contents Page Computer Cover Dell™ Inspiron™ 620s Service Manual Removing the Computer Cover Replacing the Computer Cover WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 16
5. Press the computer cover down and slide it towards the front of the computer. 6. Using a screwdriver, replace the two screws that secure the computer cover to the chassis. 1 computer cover 3 slots 2 screws (2) 7. Place the computer in an upright position. Back to Contents Page - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 17
Back to Contents Page Processor Dell™ Inspiron™ 620s Service Manual Removing the Processor Replacing the Processor WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 18
1 processor 2 socket Replacing the Processor CAUTION: Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface at the back of the computer. CAUTION: When replacing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects to fall on the pins in the socket. 1. Follow the - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 19
Apply the new thermal grease to the top of the processor. 10. Replace the processor fan and heat-sink assembly (see Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat-Sink Assembly). CAUTION: Ensure that the processor fan and heat-sink assembly is correctly seated and secure. 11. Replace the computer cover (see - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 20
to Contents Page Drives Dell™ Inspiron™ 620s Service Manual Hard Drive Optical Drive 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 - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 21
hard-drive bezel outwards and lift the hard-drive off the hard-drive bezel. 1 hard-drive bezel 3 hard drive 2 tabs (4) Replacing the Hard-Drive Bezel 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Pull the tabs on the hard-drive bezel outwards and place the hard drive in the hard-drive - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 22
. 5. Connect the power and data cables to the hard drive. 6. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 7. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on. 8. See the documentation that shipped with the hard drive for instructions on installing any - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 23
the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the screw from the original optical drive and insert it in the new optical drive. 1 screw 3. Gently slide the optical drive into the optical drive bay through the front of the computer until it snaps into position. 4. Connect the power and data - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 24
Back to Contents Page Fans Dell™ Inspiron™ 620s Service Manual Chassis Fan Processor Fan and Heat-Sink Assembly 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 - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 25
unit. Do not try to remove the fan separately. Removing the Processor Fan and Heat-Sink Assembly 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover). 3. Disconnect the processor fan cable from the system board connector, FAN_CPU (see System - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 26
and heat-sink assembly is correctly seated and secure. 7. Connect the processor fan cable to the system board connector, FAN_CPU (see System Board Components). 8. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 9. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 27
Panel Dell™ Inspiron™ 620s Service Manual Removing the Front I/O Panel Replacing the Front I/O Panel WARNING: Before working inside Disconnect the front I/O panel cables from the system board connectors, AUDIOF1, USBF1, and USBF2 (see System Board Components). 5. Remove the screw that secures the - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 28
front I/O panel into the front I/O panel clamp slot. 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Align and slide the front I/O panel clamps the front I/O panel cables to the system board connectors, AUDIOF1, USBF1, and USBF2 (see System Board Components). 5. Replace the front bezel (see - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 29
Back to Contents Page Memory Module(s) Dell™ Inspiron™ 620s Service Manual Removing the Memory Module(s) Replacing the Memory Module(s) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 30
outlets, and then turn them on. If a message appears stating that the memory size has changed, press to continue. 7. Log on to your computer. To verify that the memory is installed correctly, click Start Check the amount of memory (RAM) listed. ® Control Panel® System. Back to Contents Page - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 31
Back to Contents Page Power Supply Dell™ Inspiron™ 620s Service Manual Removing the Power Supply Replacing the Power Supply WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 32
4. Replace the three screws that secure the power supply to the chassis. 5. Connect the DC power cables to the system board and drives (see System Board Components). 6. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 7. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 33
Back to Contents Page Power Button Module Dell™ Inspiron™ 620s Service Manual Removing the Power Button Module Replacing the Power Button Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 34
3. Connect the power button module cable to the system board connector, LEDH1 (see System Board Components). 4. Replace the front bezel (see Replacing the Front Bezel). 5. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 6. Connect your computer and devices to - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 35
Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Inspiron™ 620s Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing the System Board Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 36
your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. CAUTION: Ensure that the heat-sink assembly is correctly seated and secure. 7. Replace the memory modules (see Replacing the Memory Module(s)). 8. Replace any PCI Express cards, if applicable (see - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 37
Dell™ Inspiron™ 620s Service Manual memory or set the type of hard drive installed CAUTION: Unless you are an expert computer user, do not change the settings for this program. Certain changes can make your computer work wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop. Then, shut down your computer - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 38
Configuration Power Management Post Behavior l Hyper-threading - Enabled or Disabled (Enabled by default) l Active Processor Cores - All; 1; 2; 3 (All by default) l Limit CPUID Value - Enabled or Disabled (Disabled by default) l CPU XD Support - Enabled or Disabled (Enabled by default) l Intel - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 39
-RW drive to run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. On completion of diagnostic tests, the previous boot sequence is restored. 1. system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop. Then shut down your computer and try again. The Boot Device - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 40
safety instructions that shipped with your computer. WARNING: The computer must be disconnected from the electrical outlet to clear the password setting. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 41
due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell 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). 1. Follow the instructions in - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 42
Back to Contents Page Technical Overview Dell™ Inspiron™ 620s Service Manual Inside View of Your Computer System Board Components WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the - Dell Inspiron 620s | Service Manual - Page 43
card slot (SLOT1) 2 processor socket 4 memory module connector (DIMM1) 6 main power connector (ATX) 8 internal speaker connector (INTSPKR1) 10 chassis fan connector (FAN_SYS1) 12 SATA drive connector (SATA 0) 14 CMOS reset jumper (CMOSCLR1) 16 front panel USB connector (USBF1) 18 front panel audio
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Dell™ Inspiron™ 620s Service Manual
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Technical Overview
Before You Begin
Computer Cover
Memory Module(s)
Front Bezel
PCI Express Cards
Card Retention Bracket
Drives
Front I/O Panel
Power Button Module
Fans
Processor
Coin
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Cell Battery
Power Supply
System Board
System Setup
Flashing the BIOS
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WARNING:
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