Dell Studio Desktop Service Manual

Dell Studio Desktop Manual

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  • Dell Studio Desktop | Service Manual - Page 1
    Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual Technical Overview Before You Begin Replacing the Computer Cover Replacing the Front Panel Replacing Memory Module(s) Replacing a PCI/PCI Express Card Replacing Drives Replacing Fans Replacing the Front I/O Panel Replacing the Processor Replacing the System Board
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    You Begin Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual Technical Specifications Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Safety Instructions This chapter off when you shut down your operating system, press and hold the power button for about 4 seconds to turn them off. Safety Instructions Use the following
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    NOTICE: 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 touch an unpainted metal surface to dissipate static electricity, which could harm internal components. Back to
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    Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing a PCI/PCI Express Card 1. Uninstall the card's driver and software from the operating system. For more information, see the Setup Guide . See Replacing the Card Retention Bracket. 10. Replace the computer cover, reconnect the
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    not fully-seated card 5 bracket within slot 2 fully-seated card 4 alignment guide 6 bracket caught outside of slot 9. Replace the card retention bracket. See the computer cover from closing properly or cause damage to the equipment. 10. Connect any cables that should be attached to the card. See
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    Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI/PCI Express Card NOTE: For information on location of connectors, see the Setup Guide. For information on installing drivers and software for your card, see the documentation that shipped with the card. Installed Sound Card 1. Enter system setup
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    Replacing the Battery Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: 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
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    the Computer Cover Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: 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
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    Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: 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 Disconnect the power cables from the ATX POWER and ATX_CPU
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    Be careful not to touch or bend the pins on the system board. 10. Orient the front and back alignment-notches on the processor with the front assembly is correctly seated and secure. 18. Connect the power cables from the ATX POWER and ATX_CPU connectors (see System Board Components) on the
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    Replacing Drives Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual Replacing Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTE: The system does not support IDE devices. NOTE the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 3. Disconnect the power and data cables from the hard drive. NOTE: If you are
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    the hard drive with the screw holes in the hard drive bay. 9. Replace the four screws that secure the hard drive to the chassis. 10. Connect the power and data cables to the hard drive. 11. Ensure that all the cables are properly connected and firmly seated. 12. Replace the computer cover
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    new drive, see the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software required for drive operation. Replacing the FlexDock its packaging. 9. Gently slide the FlexDock into place in the FlexDock slot. 10. Align the screw holes in the FlexDock with the screw holes in the
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    13. Replace the front panel (see Replacing the Front Panel). 14. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 15. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on. Removing the FlexDock Break-Away Metal Plate Align the tip of a Phillips screwdriver
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    to re-route cables correctly. An incorrectly routed or a disconnected cable could lead to computer problems. 5. Disconnect the cable that is connected to the mediacard reader from the system board (F_USB4 secures the Media Card Reader to the chassis. 10. Reconnect the cables to the system board.
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    11. Replace any expansion cards (see Replacing a PCI/PCI Express Card). 12. Replace the front panel (see Replacing the Front Panel). 13. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 14. Connect your computer and devices to an electrical outlet, and turn them on. Back to Contents
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    Back to Contents Page Replacing Fans Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual Replacing the Chassis Fan Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with
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    routed over the processor fan and heat sink assembly. NOTICE: To ensure maximum cooling for the processor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the the processor fan and heat sink assembly is correctly seated and secure. 10. Connect the processor fan and heat sink assembly cable to the CPU_FAN
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    the Front Panel Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: 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. 1. Follow
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    Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: 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 computer problems. to the chassis. 10. Reconnect the cables
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    Page Replacing Memory Module(s) Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: 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
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    changed, press to continue. 12. Log on to your computer. 13. Right-click the My Computer icon on your Microsoft®Windows® desktop and click Properties. 14. Click the General tab. 15. To verify that the memory is installed correctly, check the amount of memory (RAM) listed. Back to Contents Page
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    Page Replacing the Power Supply Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: 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
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    Back to Contents Page
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    Replacing the Rubber Foot Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: 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
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    Replacing the System Board Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual CAUTION: 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. NOTICE
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    computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 18. Connect your computer and devices to an electrical outlet, and turn them on. 19. Flash the system BIOS, as needed. NOTE: For information on flashing the system
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    Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual Overview Clearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing CMOS Settings Flashing the BIOS you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. Then, shut down your computer ( window. The field lists features that define the configuration of your computer, including installed hardware, power
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    BIOS version, system name, asset tag, and service tag. Indicates amount of installed memory, memory speed, channel mode (dual or single), and type of memory installed. Advanced CPU type Indicates the type of CPU you see the Microsoft Windows desktop. Then shut down your computer and try again.
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    a number next to it. 4. On the Boot Device Menu choose the device you want to boot from. For example, if you are booting to a USB memory key, highlight USB Flash Device and press . NOTE: To boot to a USB device, the device must be bootable. To ensure your device is bootable
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    any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located that shipped with your computer. CAUTION: The computer Dell support website and then locate the BIOS update file for your computer. 3. Click Download Now to download the file. 4. If the Export Compliance Disclaimer window
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    The file icon appears on your desktop and is titled the same as the download BIOS update file. 8. Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on the screen. Back to Contents Page
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    Back to Contents Page Technical Overview Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual Inside View of Your Computer System Board the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Inside View of Your Computer 1 optional hard drive 3 FlexDock 5 power supply 2 hard drive 4 optional CD
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    CPU_FAN) 3 password jumper (CLEAR_PW) 4 CMOS jumper (CLEAR_CMOS) 5 memory module connector (DIMM_1) 6 memory module connector (DIMM_3) 7 memory module connector (DIMM_2) 8 memory module connector (DIMM_4) 9 main power connector (ATX POWER) 10 serial ATA drive connector (SATA0) 11 serial ATA
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    Back to Contents Page Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a
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Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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Model: DCMA
July 2008
Rev. A00
Technical Overview
Before You Begin
Replacing the Computer Cover
Replacing the Front Panel
Replacing Memory Module(s)
Replacing a PCI/PCI Express Card
Replacing Drives
Replacing Fans
Replacing the Front I/O Panel
Replacing the Processor
Replacing the System Board
Replacing the Power Supply
Replacing the Battery
Replacing the Rubber Foot
System Setup
NOTE:
A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
NOTICE:
A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem.
CAUTION:
A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.