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Dell™ Precision™ M4300 Service Manual Before You Begin Internal Card with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Hard Drive Memory FCM (Flash Cache Module) Coin-Cell Battery Hinge Cover Keyboard Communications Cards Using Cards PC Card Reader Display Assembly Palm Rest Fan Processor Thermal-Cooling - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 2
Back to Contents Page Base Dell™ Precision™ M4300 Service Manual CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 3
Back to Contents Page Battery Latch Dell™ Precision™ M4300 Service Manual CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 4
Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Precision™ M4300 Service Manual Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer This chapter provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your computer. Unless - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 5
Grasp the battery by the battery tab and slide the battery horizontally toward the side of the computer. c. Lift to remove the battery from the bay. 1 battery 2 battery-bay release latch 7. Press the power button to ground the system board. 8. Remove any installed ExpressCards, PC Cards, or smart - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 6
Back to Contents Page Internal Card with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ Precision™ M4300 Service Manual CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 7
Cards Dell™ Precision™ M4300 Service Manual Card Types Card Blanks Extended Cards Installing a PC Card or ExpressCard Removing a Card or Blank Card Types CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTE: A PC Card - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 8
can use 34-mm ExpressCards in the PC Card slot. For information about using the PC Card slot, see PC Card. Removing a Card or Blank CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide. NOTICE: Click the icon (in the - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 9
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Back to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ Precision™ M4300 Service Manual CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 11
to Contents Page Processor Module Dell™ Precision™ M4300 Service Manual Removing the Processor Module Installing the Processor Module Removing the Processor Module CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 12
thermal pad, or a new thermal pad along with a tech sheet to illustrate proper installation. 3. Replace the processor thermal-cooling assembly (see Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly). 4. Update the BIOS using a flash BIOS-update program CD (see Flashing the BIOS From a CD). Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 13
Dell™ Precision™ M4300 Service Manual CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide cover (see Hinge Cover). 3. Remove the keyboard (see Keyboard). 4. Remove the display assembly (see Display Assembly). 5. Remove the palm rest ( - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 14
Back to Contents Page Display Assembly Dell™ Precision™ M4300 Service Manual Removing the Display Assembly Removing the Display Bezel Removing the Display Panel Installing the Display Panel Removing the Display Panel Brackets Removing the Display Latch Removing the Display Assembly CAUTION: Before - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 15
the computer top-side up and open the display. 12. Lift the display assembly out of the computer base. Removing the Display Bezel CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 16
that they rest in the notch located in the bottom edge of the top cover. 3. Replace the display bezel . Removing the Display Panel Brackets CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 17
the four M2 x 3-mm screws from the left display-panel side bracket and lift away the bracket. Removing the Display Latch CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 18
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Back to Contents Page Fan Dell™ Precision™ M4300 Service Manual CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 20
Back to Contents Page FCM (Flash Cache Module) Dell™ Precision™ M4300 Service Manual CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 21
and into the protective sleeve. Installing the card on top of these antenna cables may cause damage to your computer. Also, do not install the FCM card in the WLAN card connector. The FCM card is designed to work in the WWAN card connector. Installing the card in the wrong connector may cause damage - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 22
Flashing the BIOS From the Hard Drive 1. Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in, the main battery is properly installed, and a network cable is attached. 2. Turn on the computer. 3. Locate the latest BIOS update file for your computer at support.dell.com. 4. Click Download Now to download the file - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 23
Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Precision™ M4300 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the drive is hot, do not touch the - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 24
6. Slide the new hard drive into the bay and into the connector until it is fully seated. 7. Replace the two M3 x 3-mm hard drive screws. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 25
Dell™ Precision™ M4300 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide up, and then open the display all the way (180 degrees replacing the hinge cover, ensure the cable for the internal card with Bluetooth - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 26
Back to Contents Page Keyboard Dell™ Precision™ M4300 Service Manual CAUTION: Before working inside your Dell™ computer, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 27
Back to Contents Page Memory Dell™ Precision™ M4300 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: If your computer has only one memory module, install the memory module in the connector labeled - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 28
8. Replace the hinge cover (Hinge Cover). 9. Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet. 10. Turn on the computer. As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 29
the module and reinstall it. 6. Replace the memory module cover and tighten the screw. battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet. 8. Turn on the computer. As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 30
Back to Contents Page Communications Cards Dell™ Precision™ M4300 Service Manual Wireless Cards Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Card (optional) Wireless Cards If you ordered a wireless LAN or WAN card with your computer, the card is already installed. CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 31
of its connector. NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors and realign the card. NOTICE: Do not insert a WWAN (Mobile Broadband) network card into the WLAN card slot. NOTE: The WLAN card may have two or three connectors, depending - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 32
the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTE: The SIM card is optional depending on the type of WWAN (Mobile Broadband) card that is purchased. NOTE: The SIM card is located inside the battery bay. 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 33
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Dell™ Precision™ M4300 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide cover (see Hinge Cover). 3. Remove the keyboard (see Keyboard). 4. Remove the display assembly (see Display Assembly). 5. Remove the palm rest (see - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 35
Back to Contents Page Palm Rest Dell™ Precision™ M4300 Service Manual CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 36
NOTICE: When replacing the palm rest, ensure the cable for the internal card with Bluetooth wireless technology is properly placed on top of the palm rest to avoid damaging the cable. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 37
Card Reader Dell™ Precision™ M4300 Service Manual CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide see Hinge Cover). 3. Remove the keyboard (see Keyboard). 4. Remove the display assembly (see Display Assembly). 5. Remove the palm - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 38
Back to Contents Page Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors Dell™ Precision™ M4300 Service Manual USB Connector Video Connector S-Video TV-Out Connector Serial Connector USB Connector Pin Signal 1 USB5V+ 2 USBP- 3 USBP+ 4 GND Video Connector Pin Signal Pin Signal 1 CRT_R 9 - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 39
S-Video Pin Signal 1 GND 2 GND 3 DLUMA-L 4 DCRMA-L Serial Connector Pin Signal Pin Signal 1 DCD 6 DSR 2 RXDA 7 RTS 3 TXDA 8 CTS 4 DTR 9 RI 5 GND Del Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 40
to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Precision™ M4300 Service Manual Removing the System Board Installing the System Board Removing the System Board CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 41
on the computer. NOTE: After replacing the system board, you must enter the computer Service Tag into the BIOS of the replacement system board. 5. Insert the CD that accompanied the replacement system board into the appropriate drive. Follow the instructions on the screen. Back to Contents Page - Dell Precision M4300 | Service Manual (English Only) - Page 42
Page Dell™ Precision™ M4300 Service Manual Notes, Notices, and Cautions 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
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Dell™ Precision™ M4300
Service Manual
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© 2007 Dell Inc. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc.
is strictly forbidden.
Trademarks used in this text:
Dell
, the
DELL
logo, and
Precision
are trademarks of Dell Inc.;
Bluetooth
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Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Dell Inc. disclaims any
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Model PP04X
June 2007 Rev. A00
Before You Begin
Internal Card with Bluetooth
®
Wireless Technology
Hard Drive
Memory
FCM (Flash Cache Module)
Coin
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Cell Battery
Hinge Cover
Keyboard
Communications Cards
Using Cards
PC Card Reader
Display Assembly
Palm Rest
Fan
Processor Thermal
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Cooling Assembly
Processor Module
System Board
Base
Modem
Battery Latch
Flashing the BIOS
Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors
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.