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Dell Precision™ Workstation M6500 Service Manual Working on Your Computer Removing and Replacing Parts Specifications Diagnostics System Setup Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 2
Back to Contents Page Working on Your Computer Dell Precision™ Workstation M6500 Service Manual Before Working Inside Your Computer Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer After Working Inside Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following safety guidelines to help - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 3
or Smart Cards from the appropriate slots. 12. Remove the Hard Drive. Recommended Tools The procedures in this document may require the following tools: Small flat-blade screwdriver #0 Phillips screwdriver #1 Phillips screwdriver Small plastic scribe Flash BIOS update program CD Turning Off Your - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 4
or network cables to your computer. CAUTION: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network device and then plug it into the computer. 3. Replace the Battery. 4. Connect your computer and all attached devices to their electrical outlets. 5. Turn on your computer. Back to Contents - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 5
Back to Contents Page Removing and Replacing Parts Dell Precision™ Workstation M6500 Service Manual ExpressCard PCMCIA Card Battery Coin-Cell Battery Hard Drive Secondary Hard Drive Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Card Flash Cache Module (FCM) Memory Camera PCMCIA Card Cage Heat Sink - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 6
to Contents Page Technical Specifications System Information Memory Audio PC Card Smart Card Display Touchpad Battery Physical Processor Video Communications ExpressCard Ports and Connectors Keyboard Fingerprint Reader (optional) AC Adapter Environmental NOTE - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 7
FX 3800M (1 GB GDDR3 graphics memory) NVIDIA Quadro FX 2800M (1 GB GDDR3 graphics memory) AMD ATI FirePro M7820 (1 GB GDDR5 graphics memory) 15-pin video connector dual mode DisplayPort connector Audio Type Controller Stereo conversion Interfaces: Internal External Speakers two-channel Intel High - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 8
, WWAN, Bluetooth, and UWB wireless support (if optional cards are purchased) PC Card NOTE: The PC Card slot is designed only for PC Cards. It does NOT support ExpressCards. CardBus controller Texas Instruments PCI 8412 PC Card connector one (supports Type I or Type II card) Cards supported - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 9
memory card reader supporting SD, SDIO, Hi-density SD, Hi-capacity SD, XD, MS, MS-Pro, MMC, Mini-MMC, and MMC+ cards two full-height mini card slots two half-height mini-card slots supports Type I and Type II cards Texas Instruments PCI 8412 controller, powered 6-pin connector 144-pin docking (17.00 - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 10
Resolution: X axis Y axis Active Area: X axis Y axis Fingerprint Reader (Optional) Type Battery Type Charge time with computer off Operating time Life span Dimensions: Depth Height Voltage Temperature range: Operating Storage Coin-cell battery AC Adapter Type: Slim Standard Input voltage Input - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 11
spectrum that simulates user environment): Operating 0.66 Grms (2 Hz-600 Hz) Storage 1.30 Grms (2 Hz-600 Hz) Maximum shock (measured with hard drive in head-parked position and a 2 ms half-sine pulse): Operating 142 G Storage 162 G Altitude (maximum): Operating -15.20 m to 3048 m (-50 to - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 12
Storage Airborne contaminant level Back to Contents Page -15.20 m to 10,668 m (-50 to 35,000 ft) G2 or lower as defined by ANSI/ISAS71.04 - 1985 - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 13
Back to Contents Page Diagnostics Dell Precision™ Workstation M6500 Service Manual Device Status Lights Battery Status Lights Battery Charge and Health Keyboard Status Lights LED Error Codes Dell Diagnostics Device Status Lights Turns on when you turn on the computer and blinks when the - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 14
ON-FLASH-ON OFF-FLASH-FLASH LCD panel error 1. Reseat the LCD cable. 2. Replace the LCD panel. 3. Replace the video card/system board. Memory compatibility error Memory is detected but has errors 1. Install compatible memory modules. 2. If two modules are installed remove one and test. Try the - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 15
that the device you want to test displays in System Setup and is active. Start the Dell Diagnostics from either your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities media. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive 1. Turn on (or restart) your computer. 2. When the DELL logo appears, press - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 16
, and the problem description. Help Describes the test and may indicate requirements for running the test. Configuration Displays your hardware configuration for the selected device. Parameters The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices from system setup, memory, and - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 17
4. When the tests are completed, if you are running the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media, remove the media. 5. Close the test screen to return to the Main Menu screen. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the Main Menu screen. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 18
Dell Precision™ Workstation M6500 Service Manual hard drive CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive Onboard NIC BIOS Setup Diagnostics 3. Select the device from which you want to boot and press . The computer boots to the selected device. The next time you reboot the computer, the previous boot order is restored - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 19
Primary Hard Drive Secondary Hard Drive Fixed Bay Device System eSATA Device Dock eSATA Device Video Controller Video BIOS Version Video Memory Panel Type Native Resolution Audio Controller Wi-Fi Device Cellular Device Bluetooth® Device Wireless USB Device Battery Information Indicates the - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 20
SATA hard drive controller. The settings are Disabled, ATA, AHCI, and RAID. Default setting: RAID Use the check boxes to enable/disable the following devices: Miscellaneous Devices External USB Port I Microphone IEEE 1394 ExpressCard Precision ON Reader Module Bay PC Card Media Card eSATA Ports - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 21
to the System and hard drive passwords are permitted when an Admin password is set. Use the check box to allow or disallow changes. Default setting: Allow Non-Admin Password Changes This option lets you control whether the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) in the system is enabled and visible to the - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 22
check box to enable/disable the ability for USB devices to wake the system from Standby. This feature is only functional when the AC power adapter is connected. If the AC power adapter is removed during Standby, the BIOS will remove power from all of the USB ports to conserve battery power. This - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 23
- Boot quickly unless the BIOS has been updated, memory changed, or the previous POST did not complete. Thorough - Do not skip any steps in the boot process. Auto - Allow the operating system to control this setting (this works only when the operating system supports Simple Boot Flag). Default - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 24
This field allows you to view and clear BIOS power-on self-test (POST) events. It includes the date and time of the event as well as the LED code. DellDiag Events This filed allows you to view the diagnostic results from Dell Diagnostics and PSA. It includes the time and date - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 25
Battery Dell Precision™ Workstation M6500 Service Manual 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. Removing - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 26
3. Lift the battery up and away from the computer. Replacing the Battery To replace the battery, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 27
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3. Pull out the ExpressCard and remove it from the computer. Replacing the ExpressCard To replace the ExpressCard, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 29
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4. Pull the release tab to release the hard-drive cage from the computer. 5. Remove the hard-drive cage from the computer. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 31
6. Slide the hard drive away from the computer. 7. Using the black pull-tab, lift the hard drive up and remove it from the computer. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 32
8. Remove the screws that secure the black pull-tab bar to the hard drive. 9. Remove the black pull-tab bar from the hard drive. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 33
Replacing the Hard Drive To replace the hard drive, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 34
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3. Pull the PCMCIA card from the computer. Replacing the PCMCIA Card To replace the PCMCIA card, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 36
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5. Disconnect the coin-cell battery cable from the system board and remove it from the computer. Replacing the Coin-Cell battery To replace the coin-cell battery, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 38
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4. Pull the release tab to release the hard-drive cage from the computer. 5. Remove the hard-drive cage from the computer. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 40
6. Slide the hard drive away from the computer. 7. Using the black pull-tab, lift the hard drive up and remove it from the computer. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 41
8. Remove the screws that secure the black pull-tab bar to the hard drive. 9. Remove the black pull-tab bar from the hard drive. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 42
Replacing the Hard Drive To replace the hard drive, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 43
to Contents Page Secondary Hard Drive Dell Precision™ Workstation M6500 Service Manual 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 Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 44
5. Pull the black tab to lift the hard drive up and away from the computer. 6. Remove the screws on either sides of the hard drive to release the hard-drive bracket from the hard drive. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 45
7. Remove the hard-drive bracket from the hard drive. 8. Remove the hard-drive interposer from the hard drive. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 46
Replacing the Secondary Hard Drive To replace the secondary hard drive, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 47
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5. Remove the screw that secures the WWAN card to the system board. The card pops up at a 45-degree angle. 6. Slide the WWAN card out of the connector on the system board. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 49
Replacing the WWAN Card To replace the WWAN card, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 50
Precision™ Workstation M6500 Service Manual 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. Removing the FCM Card - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 51
5. Pull the FCM card away from the computer. Replacing the FCM Card To replace the FCM card, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 52
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4. Remove the memory module from the connector. Replacing the Memory Module(s) To replace the memory module(s), perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 54
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10. Remove the screws that secure the camera to the display assembly. 11. Remove the camera from the display assembly. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 56
Replacing the Camera To replace the camera, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 57
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11. Disconnect the card cage cable from the system board. 12. Remove the screws that secure the card cage to the computer. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 59
13. Remove the card cage from the computer. Replacing the PCMCIA Card Cage To replace the PCMCIA card cage, perform the above steps in reverse order. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 60
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11. Remove the heat sink from the computer. Replacing the Heat Sink To replace the heat sink, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 63
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11. Carefully lift the processor straight up from the slot and remove the processor from the computer. Replacing the Processor To replace the processor, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 65
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29. Remove the system board from the computer. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 67
Replacing the System Board To replace the system board, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 68
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Replacing the SIM Card To replace the SIM card, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 70
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3. Pull the Media Card out to remove it from the computer. Replacing the Media Card To replace the Media Card, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 72
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4. Slide the access panel towards the battery compartment. 5. Pull the access panel away from the computer. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 74
Replacing the Access Panel To replace the access panel, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 75
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4. Flip the hinge cover over and place it on the keyboard. 5. Disconnect the cables that connect the hinge cover to the computer. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 77
6. Remove the hinge cover from the computer. Replacing the Hinge Cover To replace the hinge cover, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 78
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4. Using a screwdriver or a small plastic scribe, nudge the optical drive towards the outside edge of the computer. 5. Pull the optical drive out of the optical-drive bay and away from the computer. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 80
Replacing the Optical Drive To replace the optical drive, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 81
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5. Remove the screw that secures the WLAN card to the system board. The card pops up at a 45-degree angle. 6. Slide the WLAN card out of the connector on the system board. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 83
Replacing the WLAN Card To replace the WLAN card, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 84
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5. Remove the screw that secures the card to the computer. The card pops up at a 45-degree angle. 6. Slide the WPAN card out of the connector on the system board. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 86
Replacing the WPAN Card To replace the WPAN card, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 87
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5. Slide the keyboard towards the display to disconnect it from the system board. 6. Remove the keyboard from the computer. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 89
Replacing the Keyboard To replace the keyboard, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 90
Back to Contents Page Display Assembly Dell Precision™ Workstation M6500 Service Manual 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 Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 91
7. Remove the wireless antenna cables from their routing guides. 8. Remove the four screws that secure the display assembly to the computer. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 92
9. Turn over the computer and open the display. 10. Disconnect the two display cables from the connectors on the system board. 11. Remove the screw that secures the display assembly to the computer. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 93
12. Loosen the captive screw and remove the cable retention bar that secures the display assembly to the computer. 13. Disconnect the display cable from the connector on the computer. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 94
14. Remove the antenna cables from their routing guides. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 95
15. Remove the screws that secure the display assembly to the computer. 16. Remove the display assembly from the computer. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 96
® Player from Adobe.com in order to view the illustrations below. 1. Follow the procedures in Before Working Inside Your Computer. 2. Remove the battery. 3. Remove the access panel. 4. Remove the hinge cover. 5. Remove the keyboard. 6. Remove the display assembly. 7. Remove the screw covers from the - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 97
8. Remove the screws that secure the display bezel to the display panel. 9. Gently pry the display bezel away from the display panel by rolling your fingers between the edge of the bezel and display panel. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 98
10. Remove the display bezel from the display panel. Replacing the Display Bezel To replace the display bezel, perform the above steps in reverse order. Removing the Display Panel - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 99
Inside Your Computer. 2. Remove the battery. 3. Remove the access panel. 4. Remove the hinge cover. 5. Remove the keyboard. 6. Remove the display assembly. 7. Remove the display bezel. 8. Remove the screws that secure the top of the display panel to the display assembly. 9. Remove the antenna - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 100
10. Remove the screws on either sides of the display panel. 11. Peel the tape that secures the flex cable to the display panel. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 101
12. Use the display connector release tabs to disconnect the display cable from the display. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 102
13. Remove the display panel from the display assembly. Replacing the Display Panel To replace the display panel, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 103
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10. Disconnect the display cable and right IO-panel and fan cables from the system board. 11. Disconnect the left IO-panel and fan cables from the system board. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 105
12. Remove the screws that secure the palm rest to the computer. 13. Gently pry the palm rest and remove the palm rest from the computer. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 106
Replacing the Palm Rest To replace the palm rest, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 107
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10. Lift the right I/O board up and away from the computer. Replacing the Right I/O Board To replace the right I/O board, perform the above steps in reverse order. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 109
Working Inside Your Computer. 2. Remove the battery. 3. Remove the access panel. 4. Remove the secondary hard drive (if applicable). 5. Remove the hinge cover. 6. Remove the keyboard. 7. Remove the display assembly. 8. Remove the palm rest. 9. Remove the PCMCIA card cage. 10. Remove the four screws - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 110
12. Disconnect the cable that connects the IEEE 1394 board to the left I/O board. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 111
Replacing the Left I/O and IEEE 1394 Board To replace the left I/O and IEEE 1394 board, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 112
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12. Remove the screws that secure the fan to the computer. 13. Remove the fan from the computer. 14. Repeat step 11-step 13 to remove the other fan. Replacing the Fan To replace the fan, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 114
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11. Loosen the captive screws that secure the video-card assembly to the computer. 12. Remove the video-card assembly from the computer. - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 116
Replacing the Video-Card Assembly To replace the video-card assembly, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M6500 | Dell Precision Workstation M6500 Service Manual - Page 117
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6. Pull the memory module from its slot to remove it from the computer. Replacing the Internal Memory To replace the internal memory, perform the above steps in reverse order. Back to Contents Page
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Dell Precision™ Workstation M6500 Service Manual
Working on Your Computer
Removing and Replacing Parts
Specifications
Diagnostics
System Setup
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
NOTE:
A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
CAUTION:
A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of data if instructions are not
followed.
WARNING:
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