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Dell™ XPS™ L511z Service Manual Regulatory model: P12F series Regulatory type: P12F001 - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 2
CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of data if instructions are not followed. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell™, the DELL logo, and XPS™ are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Microsoft®, Windows® and the Windows - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 3
You Begin 9 Recommended Tools 9 Turning Off Your Computer 9 Before Working Inside Your Computer 10 2 Base Cover 13 Removing the Base Cover 13 Replacing the Base Cover 15 3 Battery 17 Removing the Battery 17 Replacing the Battery 18 4 Memory Module(s 19 Removing the Memory Module(s 19 - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 4
31 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 31 Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 32 8 Optical Drive 35 Removing the Optical Drive 35 Replacing the Optical Drive 37 9 AC-Adapter Connector 39 Removing the AC-Adapter Connector 39 Replacing the AC-Adapter Connector 40 10 Power-Button Board 43 Removing - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 5
51 Replacing the Battery Status-Light Board 52 13 Fan 55 Removing the Fan 55 Replacing the Fan 56 14 Heat Sink 57 Removing the Heat Sink 57 Replacing the Heat Sink 58 15 System Board 61 Removing the System Board 61 Replacing the System Board 64 Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 65 - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 6
67 Removing the Keyboard Bracket 67 Replacing the Keyboard Bracket 69 Removing the Keyboard 69 Replacing the Keyboard 70 17 Speakers 73 Removing the Speakers 73 Replacing the Speakers 74 18 Palm-Rest Assembly 77 Removing the Palm-Rest Assembly 77 Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly 78 - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 7
Display Hinges 88 Removing the Display Hinges 88 Replacing the Display Hinges 89 20 Camera Module 91 Removing the Camera Module 91 Replacing the Camera Module 92 21 Flashing the BIOS 95 Contents 7 - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 8
8 Contents - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 9
Computer" on page 10. • You have read the safety information that shipped with your computer. • A component can be replaced or-if purchased screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver • Plastic scribe • BIOS executable update program available at support.dell.com Turning Off Your Computer CAUTION: To avoid - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 10
not by its pins. 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: When your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets. 10 Before You Begin - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 11
from your computer. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 17) before working inside the computer. 7 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 17). 8 Turn the computer top-side up, open the display, and press the - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 12
12 Before You Begin - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 13
the Battery" on page 17) before working inside the computer. Removing the Base Cover 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the eight screws that secure the base cover to the palm-rest assembly. 3 Using your fingertips, carefully pull the connector bezel to separate - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 14
1 3 2 1 connector bezel 3 screws (8) 2 base cover 4 Remove the remaining two screws that secure the base cover to the palm-rest assembly. 5 Use your fingertips to release the tabs - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 15
1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the tabs on the base cover with the slots on the palm-rest assembly and snap the base cover into place. 3 Replace the 10 screws that secure the base cover to the palm-rest assembly. 4 Gently snap the connector bezel into the base - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 16
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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 Remove the base cover (see "Removing - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 18
: To avoid damage to the computer, use only the battery designed for this particular Dell computer. 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Place the battery on the palm-rest assembly. 3 Replace the six screws that secure the battery to the palm-rest assembly. 4 Connect the - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 19
the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 17) before working inside the computer. You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See "Specifications" in the Setup Guide available on your computer or at support.dell.com/manuals for information - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 20
clips (2) 5 Remove the memory module from the memory-module connector. Replacing the Memory Module(s) CAUTION: If you need to install memory modules in 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 in the - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 21
memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot. 3 2 1 1 tab 3 memory-module connector 2 notch 4 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 18). 5 Replace the base cover (see "Replacing the Base Cover" on page 15). 6 Connect the AC adapter to your computer and an - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 22
Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Security→ System. 22 Memory Module(s) - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 23
prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 17) before working inside the computer. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for Mini-Cards from sources other than Dell. If you ordered a wireless Mini-Card with your computer - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 24
4 3 2 1 1 antenna cables (2) 3 system-board connector 2 Mini-Card 4 screw 6 Lift the Mini-Card out of the system-board connector. 24 Wireless Mini-Card - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 25
packaging. For more information, see "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety information that shipped with your computer. Replacing the Mini-Card 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the new Mini-Card from its packaging. CAUTION: Use firm and - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 26
the Battery" on page 18). 7 Replace the base cover (see "Replacing the Base Cover" on page 15). 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. 8 Install the drivers and - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 27
battery (see "Removing the Battery" support for hard drives from sources other than Dell. NOTE: If you are installing a hard drive from a source other than Dell, you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive. Removing the Hard Drive 1 Follow the instructions - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 28
drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging (see "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions that shipped with your computer). 3 2 1 1 hard-drive assembly 3 hard-drive cable connector 2 screws (4) 7 Remove the four screws that secure the - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 29
hard-drive bracket 2 hard drive Replacing the Hard Drive 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" Replace the four screws that secure the hard-drive assembly to the palm- rest assembly. 8 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 18). 9 Replace the base cover (see "Replacing - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 30
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. 30 Hard Drive - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 31
7 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 www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 32
cable connector 2 coin-cell battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Slide and place the coin-cell battery on the palm-rest assembly and route the coin-cell battery cable as noted earlier. 3 Connect the coin-cell battery cable to the system - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service 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. Coin-Cell Battery 33 - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 34
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on your computer). CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 17) before working inside the computer. Removing the Optical Drive 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the base cover (see "Removing the - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 36
1 2 3 1 optical drive 3 base cover 2 screws (4) 7 Remove the four screws (two on each side) that secure the optical-drive brackets to the optical drive. 8 Remove the optical-drive brackets from the optical drive. 36 Optical Drive - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 37
Place the optical drive on the palm-rest assembly. 5 Replace the four screws that secure the optical drive to the palm-rest assembly. 6 Replace the coin-cell battery (see "Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery" on page 32). 7 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 18). Optical Drive 37 - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 38
8 Replace the base cover (see "Replacing the Base Cover" on page 15). 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. 38 Optical Drive - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 39
computer). CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 17) before working inside the computer. Removing the AC-Adapter Connector 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the base cover (see "Removing the - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 40
-adapter connector cable through the routing guides. 5 Connect the AC-adapter connector cable to the system-board connector. 6 Replace the optical drive (see "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 37). 7 Replace the coin-cell battery (see "Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery" on page 32). 40 AC-Adapter - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 41
8 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 18). 9 Replace the base cover (see "Replacing the Base Cover" on page 15). 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 - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 42
42 AC-Adapter Connector - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 43
10 Power-Button Board 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. CAUTION: Only a certified service - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 44
connector latch to secure the cable. 5 Replace the heat sink (see "Replacing the Heat Sink" on page 58). 6 Replace the fan (see "Replacing the Fan" on page 56). 7 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 18). 8 Replace the base cover (see "Replacing the Base Cover" on page 15). 44 - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 45
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. Power-Button Board 45 - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 46
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your computer). CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 17) before working inside the computer. Removing the Audio Board 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the base cover (see "Removing the Base - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 48
audio board 5 audio-board cable 2 screws (2) 4 palm-rest assembly Replacing the Audio Board 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the screw holes on the audio board with the screw holes on the palm- rest assembly. 3 Replace the two screws that secure the audio board to - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 49
6 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 18). 7 Replace the base cover (see "Replacing the Base Cover" on page 15). 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 - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 50
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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 17) before working inside the computer. Removing the Battery Status-Light Board 1 Follow the instructions in - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 52
status-light board cable 3 screw 2 battery status-light board Replacing the Battery Status-Light Board 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Slide the battery status-light-board cable into the connector on the battery status-light board and press down on the connector - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 53
the screw that secures the battery status-light board to the palmrest assembly. 5 Replace the hard drive (see "Replacing the Hard Drive" on page 29). 6 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 18). 7 Replace the base cover (see "Replacing the Base Cover" on page 15). CAUTION: Before - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 54
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Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not remove the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 17) before working inside the computer. Removing the Fan 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 56
the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the screw holes on the fan with the screw holes on the palm-rest assembly. 3 Replace the two screws that secure the fan to the palm-rest assembly. 4 Connect the fan cable to the system-board connector. 5 Replace the battery (see "Replacing - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 57
Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not remove the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 17) before working inside the computer. Removing the Heat Sink 1 Follow the instructions in "Before - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 58
sink is replaced, use the thermal pad provided in the kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved. 1 Follow the instructions in " Replace the fan (see "Replacing the Fan" on page 56). 5 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 18). 6 Replace the base cover (see "Replacing - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 59
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. Heat Sink 59 - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 60
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Removing the System Board 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove any installed card or blank from the Media Card Reader. 3 Remove the base cover (see "Removing the Base Cover" on page 13). 4 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 17). 5 Remove the memory - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 62
12 Disconnect the audio-board cable, keyboard cable, touch-pad cable, keyboard back-light cable, display cable, power-button board cable, ACadapter connector cable, and camera cable from the connectors on the system board. 6 7 8 1 5 4 3 2 62 System Board - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 63
-pad cable 5 display cable 7 ac-adapter connector cable 2 keyboard cable 4 keyboard back-light cable 6 power-button board cable 8 camera cable 13 assembly 2 system board 15 Disconnect the hard drive cable and the battery status-light-board cable from the system-board connectors. System Board 63 - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 64
status-light-board cable 16 Lift the system board off the palm-rest assembly. Replacing the System Board 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Connect the hard drive cable and the battery status-light-board cable to the system-board connectors. 3 Place the system board on - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 65
board, enter the computer Service Tag in the BIOS of the replacement system board. 17 Enter the Service Tag (see "Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS" on page 65). Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 1 Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the main battery is installed properly. 2 Turn - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 66
66 System Board - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 67
your computer). CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 17) before working inside the computer. Removing the Keyboard Bracket 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the base cover (see "Removing the - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 68
3 2 1 1 screws (16) 3 keyboard bracket 2 palm-rest assembly 6 Lift the keyboard bracket off the palm-rest assembly. 68 Keyboard - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 69
-rest assembly. 4 Follow the instructions from step 2 to step 12 in Replacing the System Board. 5 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 18). 6 Replace the base cover (see "Replacing the Base Cover" on page 15). Removing the Keyboard 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 70
the eight screws that secure the keyboard to the palm-rest assembly. 4 Lift the keyboard off the palm-rest assembly. 3 2 1 1 screws (8) 3 keyboard 2 palm-rest assembly Replacing the Keyboard 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Place the keyboard on the palm-rest assembly - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 71
the eight screws that secure the keyboard to the palm-rest assembly. 4 Replace the keyboard bracket (see "Replacing the Keyboard Bracket" on 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 - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 72
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"Removing the Base Cover" on page 13). 3 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 17). 4 Follow the instructions from step 5 to step 16 in Removing the System Board. 5 Remove the keyboard bracket (see "Removing the Keyboard Bracket" on page 67). 6 Disconnect the speaker cable from the - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 74
1 2 3 1 speakers (2) 3 speaker cable 2 screws (4) Replacing the Speakers 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Place the speakers on the palm-rest assembly and route the speakers cable through the routing guides. 3 Replace the four screws (two on each side) that secure the - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 75
6 Replace the keyboard bracket (see "Replacing the Keyboard Bracket" on page 69). 7 Follow the instructions from step 2 to step 12 in Replacing the System Board. 8 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 18). 9 Replace the base cover (see "Replacing the Base Cover" on page 15). - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 76
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(see "Removing the Base Cover" on page 13). 3 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 17). 4 Follow the instructions from step 5 to step 16 in Removing the System Board. 5 Remove the keyboard (see "Removing the Keyboard" on page 69). 6 Remove the speakers (see "Removing the Speakers - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 78
to the display assembly. Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Place the palm-rest assembly on the display assembly and route the display cable, camera cable, and Mini-Card antenna cables through the routing guides. 78 Palm-Rest Assembly - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 79
Board" on page 44). 8 Replace the speakers (see "Replacing the Speakers" on page 74). 9 Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 70). 10 Follow the instructions from step 2 to step 12 in Replacing the System Board. 11 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 18). 12 - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 80
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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 on page 13). 3 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 17). 4 Follow the instructions from step 5 to step 16 in - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 82
the display assembly and route the display cable, camera cable, and Mini-Card antenna cables through the routing guides. 3 Replace the six screws that secure the display assembly to the palm-rest assembly. 4 Follow the instructions from step 2 to step 12 in Replacing the System Board. 82 Display - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 83
the bezel. 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the display assembly (see "Removing the Display Assembly" on page 81). NOTE: The display bezel surround cannot be reused. If either the display panel or the display bezel is replaced, use the display bezel surround - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 84
3 Using your fingertips gently peel off the display bezel surround off the display bezel. 1 1 display bezel surround 4 Remove the four screws that secure the display bezel to the display back cover. 5 Lift the display bezel off the display assembly. 84 Display - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 85
Replacing the Display Bezel 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the display bezel with the display back cover and replace the four screws that secure the display bezel to the display back cover. 3 Adhere the display bezel surround along the display bezel. 4 Replace - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 86
Display Panel Removing the Display Panel 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the display assembly (see "Removing the Display Assembly" on page 81). 3 Remove the display bezel (see "Removing the Display Bezel" on page 83). 4 Remove the four screws that secure the - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 87
from the connector on the display panel. 1 2 1 tape 2 display cable 8 Lift the display panel off the display back cover. Replacing the Display Panel 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Connect the display cable to the connector on the display panel. 3 Adhere the display - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 88
display panel to the display back cover. 6 Replace the display bezel (see "Replacing the Display Bezel" on page 85). 7 Replace the display assembly (see "Replacing the Display Assembly" on page 82). Display Hinges Removing the Display Hinges 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 89
the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Place the display hinges in position. 3 Replace the eight screws (four on each side) that secure the display hinges to the display back cover. 4 Replace the display panel (see "Replacing the Display Panel" on page 87). 5 Replace the display bezel - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 90
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(see "Removing the Battery" on page 17). 4 Follow the instructions from step 5 to step 16 in Removing the System Board. 5 Remove the display assembly (see "Removing the Display Assembly" on page 81). 6 Remove the display bezel (see "Removing the Display Bezel" on page 83). 7 Remove the display - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 92
87). 5 Replace the display bezel (see "Replacing the Display Bezel" on page 85). 6 Follow the instructions from step 2 to step 12 in Replacing the System Board. 7 Replace the display assembly (see "Replacing the Display Assembly" on page 82). 8 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 93
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. Camera Module 93 - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 94
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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 on the screen. Click BIOS. 5 Click Download Now to download the latest BIOS file. The File Download window appears. 6 - Dell XPS 15Z L511Z | XPS 15z L511z Service Manual - Page 96
8 Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on the screen. 96 Flashing the BIOS
Dell™ XPS™ L511z Service
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Regulatory model: P12F series
Regulatory type: P12F001