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    Dell™ XPS™ L701X Service Manual Regulatory model: P09E series Regulatory type: P09E001
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    or loss of data if instructions are not followed. WARNING: Dell™, the Dell logo, and XPS™ are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Microsoft®, Windows® and the Windows start button logo are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft corporation in the United States and/or other countries; Bluetooth
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    9 Before Working Inside Your Computer 10 2 Battery 13 Removing the Battery 13 Replacing the Battery 14 3 Module Cover 15 Removing the Module Cover 15 Replacing the Module Cover 16 4 Memory Module(s 17 Removing the Memory Module(s 17 Replacing the Memory Module(s 18 5 Wireless Mini-Card
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    the Optical Drive 34 8 Palm-Rest Assembly 37 Removing the Palm-Rest Assembly 37 Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly 40 9 Keyboard 43 Removing the Keyboard 43 Replacing the Keyboard 45 10 Power-Button Board 47 Removing the Power-Button Board 47 Replacing the Power-Button Board 48 4 Contents
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    51 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 51 Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 52 12 Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 55 Removing the Bluetooth Card 55 Replacing the Bluetooth Card 56 13 Display 59 Display Assembly 59 Removing the Display Assembly 59 Replacing the Display Assembly
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    15 Top Cover 79 Removing the Top Cover 79 Replacing the Top Cover 84 16 Subwoofer 87 Removing the Subwoofer 87 Replacing the Subwoofer 88 17 AC-Adapter Connector 91 Removing the AC-Adapter Connector 91 Replacing the AC-Adapter Connector 93 18 Fan 95 Removing the Fan 95 Replacing the
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    the USB Board 119 Replacing the USB Board 120 24 System Board 123 Removing the System Board 123 Replacing the System Board 125 Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 127 Contents 7
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    25 Speakers 129 Removing the Speakers 129 Replacing the Speaker 131 26 Flashing the BIOS 133 8 Contents
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    in this document may require the following tools: • Small flat-blade screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver • Plastic scribe • BIOS executable update program available at support.dell.com Turning Off Your Computer CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs
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    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
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    from your computer. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13) before working inside the computer. 7 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13). 8 Turn the computer top-side up, open the display, and press the
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    12 Before You Begin
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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 Turn the computer over. 3 Slide the
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    latch Replacing the Battery CAUTION: 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 Align the tabs on the battery with the slots in the battery bay and press the battery down until it
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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 Cover 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13).
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    base cover 3 module cover 2 tabs 4 captive screw Replacing the Module Cover 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the tabs on the module cover secures the module cover to the base cover. 4 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 14). 16 Module Cover
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    the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13) 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 that shipped with your computer or at support.dell.com/manuals for information
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    module 2 securing clips (2) 5 Remove the memory module from the memory-module connector. Replacing the Memory Module(s) 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. CAUTION: Install memory modules in the memory-module connectors as indicated on the following table based on the
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    DIMM C DIMM D X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 2 Align the notch in the memory module with the tab in the memory-module connector. 3 Slide the memory module firmly into the memory-module connector at a 45-degree angle, and press the memory module down until it clicks into place
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    1 tab 3 memory-module connector 2 notch 4 Replace the module cover (see "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 16). 5 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 14). 6 Connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all
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    battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13) before working inside the computer. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for Mini-Cards from sources other than Dell Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on
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    the Memory Module(s)" on page 17). 5 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Removing the Hard Drive(s)" on page 27. 6 Remove the optical drive (see "Removing the Optical Drive" on page 33). 7 Remove the palm-rest assembly (see "Removing the Palm-Rest Assembly" on page 37). 8 Remove the keyboard (see
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    more information, see "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety information that shipped with your computer. Replacing the Mini-Card(s) 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the new Mini-Card from its packaging. CAUTION: Use firm and even pressure to
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    supported Keyboard" on page 45). 7 Replace the palm-rest assembly (see "Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly" on page 40). 8 Replace the optical drive (see "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 34). 9 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Replacing the Hard Drive(s)" on page 30. 10 Replace the memory
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    13 Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as required. NOTE: If you are installing a communication card from a source other than Dell, you must install the appropriate drivers and utilities. Wireless Mini-Card(s) 25
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    26 Wireless Mini-Card(s)
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    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(s) 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13). 3 Remove the module
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    module(s) (see "Removing the Memory Module(s)" on page 17). 5 Remove hard drive 1 and/or hard drive 2 from the computer base: • Remove the four screws that secure the hard-drive assembly to the computer base. •
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    3 2 1 1 pull-tab 3 screws (4) 2 hard-drive assembly 6 Remove the four screws that secure the hard-drive bracket to the hard drive. 7 Lift the hard-drive bracket off the hard drive. Hard Drive(s) 29
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    drive 3 screws (4) 2 hard-drive bracket Replacing the Hard Drive(s) 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the new hard drive from its assembly to the computer base. 6 Replace the memory module(s) (see "Replacing the Memory Module(s)" on page 18). 30 Hard Drive(s)
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    7 Replace the module cover (see "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 16). 8 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 14). CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do
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    32 Hard Drive(s)
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    Drive 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13). 3 Remove the module cover (see "Removing the Module Cover" on page 15). 4 Remove the memory module(s) (see "Removing the Memory Module(s)" on page 17). 5 Remove the screw
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    the optical drive to the base cover. 4 Replace the memory module(s) (see "Replacing the Memory Module(s)" on page 18). 5 Replace the module cover (see "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 16). 6 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 14). CAUTION: Before turning on the computer
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    Optical Drive 35
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    36 Optical Drive
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    You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13). 3 Remove the module cover (see "Removing the Module Cover" on page 15). 4 Remove the memory module(s) (see "Removing the Memory Module(s)" on page 17). 5 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Removing the Hard Drive
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    8 Turn the computer over and open the display as far as possible. 9 Using your fingertip, gently push the tab to release the palm-rest assembly from the top cover. 38 Palm-Rest Assembly
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    1 palm-rest assembly 3 tab 2 top cover CAUTION: Carefully separate the palm-rest assembly from the top cover to avoid damage to the palm-rest assembly. 10 Using your fingertips, gently ease the palm-rest assembly from the top cover. 11 Without pulling hard on the palm-rest assembly, turn the palm
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    1 2 3 4 1 control-strip cable connector 3 top cover 2 touch-pad cable connector 4 palm-rest assembly Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Slide the touch-pad cable into the system-board connector and press down on the connector latch to
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    8 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Replacing the Hard Drive(s)" on page 30. 9 Replace the memory module(s) (see "Replacing the Memory Module(s)" on page 18). 10 Replace the module cover (see "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 16). 11 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 14
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    42 Palm-Rest Assembly
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    the Keyboard 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13). 3 Remove the module cover (see "Removing the Module Cover" on page 15). 4 Remove the memory module(s) (see "Removing the Memory Module(s)" on page 17). 5 Follow
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    could result in scratching the display panel. 1 2 3 4 1 screws (4) 3 tabs (5) 2 keyboard 4 top cover 10 Turn the keyboard over and place it on the top cover. 11 Lift the connector latch and pull the pull-tab to disconnect the keyboard backlight cable from the system-board connector. 12 Lift the
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    backlight cable connector 2 keyboard cable connector 3 top cover 4 keyboard 13 Lift the keyboard off the top cover. Replacing the Keyboard 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Slide the keyboard cable into the system-board connector and press down on the connector
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    ). 8 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Replacing the Hard Drive(s)" on page 30. 9 Replace the memory module(s) (see "Replacing the Memory Module(s)" on page 18). 10 Replace the module cover (see "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 16). 11 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page
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    You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13). 3 Remove the module cover (see "Removing the Module Cover" on page 15). 4 Remove the memory module(s) (see "Removing the Memory Module(s)" on page 17). 5 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Removing the Hard Drive
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    10 Remove the two screws that secure the power-button board to power-button board 2 palm-rest assembly 4 power-button board cable connector Replacing the Power-Button Board 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Use the alignment post to place the power-button board on the
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    7 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Replacing the Hard Drive(s)" on page 30. 8 Replace the memory module(s) (see "Replacing the Memory Module(s)" on page 18). 9 Replace the module cover (see "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 16). 10 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 14
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    50 Power-Button Board
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    You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13). 3 Remove the module cover (see "Removing the Module Cover" on page 15). 4 Remove the memory module(s) (see "Removing the Memory Module(s)" on page 17). 5 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Removing the Hard Drive
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    battery socket on the system board. 3 Replace the palm-rest assembly (see "Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly" on page 40). 4 Replace the optical drive (see "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 34). 5 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Replacing the Hard Drive(s)" on page 30. 6 Replace the memory
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    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 53
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    54 Coin-Cell Battery
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    the Bluetooth Card 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13). 3 Remove the module cover (see "Removing the Module Cover" on page 15). 4 Remove the memory module(s) (see "Removing the Memory Module(s)" on page 17). 5 Follow
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    Replace the optical drive (see "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 34). 6 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Replacing the Hard Drive(s)" on page 30. 7 Replace the memory module(s) (see "Replacing the Memory Module(s)" on page 18). 8 Replace the module cover (see "Replacing the Module Cover" on
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    9 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 14). 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. Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 57
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    58 Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
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    You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13). 3 Remove the module cover (see "Removing the Module Cover" on page 15). 4 Remove the memory module(s) (see "Removing the Memory Module(s)" on page 17). 5 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Removing the Hard Drive
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    display to prevent damaging the display assembly. 10 Turn the computer over and open the display as far as possible. 11 Note the routing of the Mini-Card antenna cables and remove the cables from the routing guides. 12 Remove the keyboard (see "Removing the Keyboard" on page 43). 13 Pull the pull
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    -board connector. 16 Note the routing of the display cable and remove the cable from the routing guides. 12 3 4 1 screw 3 display cable 2 display grounding cable 4 touch-screen cable connector 17 Remove the four screws that secure the display assembly to the top cover. 18 Lift the display
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    Replacing the Display Assembly 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Place the display assembly in position and replace the four screws that secure the display assembly to the top cover. 3 Route the display cable through the routing guides. 4 Connect the display cable to the
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    the Keyboard" on page 45). 10 Replace the palm-rest assembly (see "Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly" on page 40). 11 Replace the optical drive (see "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 34). 12 Replace the two screws that secure the display assembly to the base cover. 13 Follow the instructions in
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    1 1 display bezel 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, in damage to the computer. Display Panel Removing the Display Panel 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 64 Display
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    12 screws that secure the display panel to the display back cover. 7 Note the routing of the antenna cables and remove them from the routing guide on the right display hinge. 8 Note the routing of the display cable and remove it from the routing
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    (12) 3 display panel 2 hinges (2) Replacing the Display Panel 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Place the display panel over the display back cover. 3 Route the display cable through the routing guide on the left display hinge. 4 Route the antenna cables through the
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    the display bezel (see "Replacing the Display Bezel" on page 64). 10 Replace the display assembly (see "Replacing the Display Assembly" on page 62 damage to the computer. Display Cable Removing the Display Cable 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the display assembly
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    pull tab 3 display cable 2 display-cable connector 8 Gently peel off the display cable from the display panel. Replacing the Display Cable 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Adhere the display cable along the edge of the display panel. 3 Connect the display cable to the
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    ). 7 Replace the display assembly ("Replacing the Display Assembly" on page 62). Display-Panel Brackets Removing the Display-Panel Brackets 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the display assembly (see "Removing the Display Assembly" on page 59). 3 Remove the display
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    2 1 1 display panel brackets (2) 2 screws (8) Replacing the Display-Panel Brackets 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Place the display-panel brackets in position. 3 Replace the eight screws (four on each side) that secure the display-
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    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. Display 71
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    72 Display
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    You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13). 3 Remove the module cover (see "Removing the Module Cover" on page 15). 4 Remove the memory module(s) (see "Removing the Memory Module(s)" on page 17). 5 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Removing the Hard Drive
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    11 Carefully lift the camera module off the display back cover. 1 1 camera module 12 Gently peel the tape that secures the camera cable to the camera module. 74 Camera Module
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    1 2 1 tape 2 camera module 13 Pull the pull-tab to disconnect the camera cable from the connector on the camera module. 14 Lift the camera module off the display back cover. Camera Module 75
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    1 camera-cable connector 2 camera module Replacing the Camera Module 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Connect the camera cable to (see "Replacing the Display Assembly" on page 62). 7 Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 45). 76 Camera Module
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    40). 9 Replace the optical drive (see "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 34). 10 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Replacing the Hard Drive(s)" on page 30. 11 Replace the memory module(s) (see "Replacing the Memory Module(s)" on page 18). 12 Replace the module cover (see "Replacing the Module
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    78 Camera Module
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    from the Media Card Reader. 3 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13). 4 Remove the module cover (see "Removing the Module Cover" on page 15). 5 Remove the memory module(s) (see "Removing the Memory Module(s)" on page 17). 6 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Removing the Hard
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    11 Remove the bluetooth card (see "Removing the Bluetooth Card" on page 55). 12 Remove the display assembly (see "Removing the Display Assembly" on page 59). 13 Remove the ten screws that secure the
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    16 Disconnect the subwoofer cable from the system-board connector. Top Cover 81
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    1 1 subwoofer cable 17 Using your fingertips, gently ease the top-cover assembly from the base cover. 18 Lift the top cover assembly off the base cover. 82 Top Cover
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    1 1 top-cover assembly 19 Remove the AC-adapter connector (see "Removing the AC-Adapter Connector" on page 91). 20 Remove the USB board (see "Removing the USB Board" on page 119). 21 Remove the fan (see "Removing the Fan" on page 95). 22 Remove the heat sink (see "Removing the Heat Sink" on page
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    instructions Connector" on page 93). 10 Replace the USB board Bluetooth Card" on page 56). 17 Replace the Mini-Card(s) (see "Replacing the Mini-Card(s)" on page 23). 18 Replace the display assembly (see "Replacing the Display Assembly" on page 62). 19 Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard
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    22 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Replacing the Hard Drive(s)" on page 30. 23 Replace the memory module(s) (see "Replacing the Memory Module(s)" on page 18). 24 Replace the module cover (see "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 16). 25 Replace any blank or card you removed
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    86 Top Cover
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    You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13). 3 Remove the module cover (see "Removing the Module Cover" on page 15). 4 Remove the memory module(s) (see "Removing the Memory Module(s)" on page 17). 5 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Removing the Hard Drive
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    11 Remove the bluetooth card (see "Removing the Bluetooth Card" on page 55). 12 Follow the instructions from step 13 . 1 2 3 1 screws (4) 3 base cover 2 subwoofer Replacing the Subwoofer 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the screw holes on the subwoofer with the
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    the Keyboard" on page 45). 9 Replace the palm-rest assembly (see "Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly" on page 40). 10 Replace the optical drive (see "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 34). 11 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Replacing the Hard Drive(s)" on page 30. 12 Replace the memory module
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    90 Subwoofer
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    You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13). 3 Remove the module cover (see "Removing the Module Cover" on page 15). 4 Remove the memory module(s) (see "Removing the Memory Module(s)" on page 17). 5 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Removing the Hard Drive
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    "Removing the Bluetooth Card" on page 55). 12 Follow the instructions from step 13 to step 18 in "Removing the Top Cover" on page 79. 13 Turn the top-cover assembly over. 14 Make note of the AC-adapter connector cable routing and remove the cable from the routing guides. 15 Disconnect the
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    connector cable through the routing guides. 5 Connect the AC-adapter connector cable to the system-board connector. 6 Follow the instructions from step 11 to step 15 in "Replacing the Top Cover" on page 84. 7 Replace the bluetooth card (see "Replacing the Bluetooth Card" on page 56). 8 Replace
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    94 AC-Adapter Connector
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    You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13). 3 Remove the module cover (see "Removing the Module Cover" on page 15). 4 Remove the memory module(s) (see "Removing the Memory Module(s)" on page 17). 5 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Removing the Hard Drive
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    10 Remove the Mini-Card(s) (see "Removing the Mini-Card(s)" on page 21). 11 Remove the bluetooth card (see "Removing the Bluetooth Card" on page 55). 12 Follow the instructions AC-adapter connector cable from the system-board connector. 17 Move the AC-adapter cable away from the fan. 18 Lift the fan away
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    Assembly" on page 62). 10 Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 45). 11 Replace the palm-rest assembly (see "Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly" on page 40). 12 Replace the optical drive (see "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 34). 13 Follow the instructions in step 5 in
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    98 Fan
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    Fan 99
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    100 Fan
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    You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13). 3 Remove the module cover (see "Removing the Module Cover" on page 15). 4 Remove the memory module(s) (see "Removing the Memory Module(s)" on page 17). 5 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Removing the Hard Drive
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    the display assembly (see "Removing the Display Assembly" on page 59). 10 Remove the Mini-Card(s) (see "Removing the Mini-Card(s)" on page 21). 11 Remove the bluetooth card (see "Removing the Bluetooth Card" on page 55). 12 Follow the instructions from step 13 to step 18 in "Removing the Top Cover
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    the Keyboard" on page 45). 9 Replace the palm-rest assembly (see "Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly" on page 40). 10 Replace the optical drive (see "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 34). 11 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Replacing the Hard Drive(s)" on page 30. 12 Replace the memory module
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    104 Heat Sink
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    Heat Sink 105
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    106 Heat Sink
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    You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13). 3 Remove the module cover (see "Removing the Module Cover" on page 15). 4 Remove the memory module(s) (see "Removing the Memory Module(s)" on page 17). 5 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Removing the Hard Drive
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    11 Remove the bluetooth card (see "Removing the Bluetooth Card" on page 55). 12 Follow the instructions from step 13 to step 18 in "Removing the Top Cover" on page 79. 13 Turn the top-cover assembly over. 14 Remove the heat
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    Replace the heat sink (see "Replacing the Heat Sink" on page 103). 6 Follow the instructions from step 11 to step 15 in "Replacing the Top Cover" on page 84. 7 Replace the bluetooth card (see "Replacing the Bluetooth Card" on page 56). 8 Replace the Mini-Card(s) (see "Replacing the Mini-Card(s)" on
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    Assembly" on page 62). 10 Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 45). 11 Replace the palm-rest assembly (see "Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly" on page 40). 12 Replace the optical drive (see "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 34). 13 Follow the instructions in step 5 in
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    You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13). 3 Remove the module cover (see "Removing the Module Cover" on page 15). 4 Remove the memory module(s) (see "Removing the Memory Module(s)" on page 17). 5 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Removing the Hard Drive
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    11 Remove the bluetooth card (see "Removing the Bluetooth Card" on page 55). 12 Follow the instructions from step 13 to step 18 in "Removing the Top Cover" on page 79. 13 Disconnect the speaker cable from the connector on the I/O board. 1 1
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    top cover. 5 Connect the speaker cable to the connector on the I/O board. 6 Follow the instructions from step 11 to step 15 in "Replacing the Top Cover" on page 84. 7 Replace the bluetooth card (see "Replacing the Bluetooth Card" on page 56). 8 Replace the Mini-Card(s) (see "Replacing the Mini-Card
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    Assembly" on page 62). 10 Replace the keyboard (see "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 45). 11 Replace the palm-rest assembly (see "Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly" on page 40). 12 Replace the optical drive (see "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 34). 13 Follow the instructions in step 5 in
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    You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13). 3 Remove the module cover (see "Removing the Module Cover" on page 15). 4 Remove the memory module(s) (see "Removing the Memory Module(s)" on page 17). 5 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Removing the Hard Drive
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    11 Remove the bluetooth card (see "Removing the Bluetooth Card" on page 55). 12 Follow the instructions from step 13 to step 18 in "Removing cable routing and remove the cable from the routing guides. 17 Remove the two screws that secure the TV antenna connector to the top cover. 116 TV
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    cover 2 TV antenna connector cable Replacing the TV Antenna Connector 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the TV antenna connector top cover. 4 Route the TV antenna connector cable through the routing guides. 5 Replace the I/O board (see "Replacing the I/O Board" on
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    14 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Replacing the Hard Drive(s)" on page 30. 15 Replace the memory module(s) (see "Replacing the Memory Module(s)" on page 18). 16 Replace the module cover (see "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 16). 17 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page
  • Dell XPS 17 L701X | XPS 17 L701x Service Manual - Page 119
    You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13). 3 Remove the module cover (see "Removing the Module Cover" on page 15). 4 Remove the memory module(s) (see "Removing the Memory Module(s)" on page 17). 5 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Removing the Hard Drive
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    11 Remove the bluetooth card (see "Removing the Bluetooth Card" on page 55). 12 Follow the instructions from step 13 to step 18 in "Removing the Top 1 screw 3 USB-board cable connector 2 USB board Replacing the USB Board 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 120 USB Board
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    the Keyboard" on page 45). 10 Replace the palm-rest assembly (see "Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly" on page 40). 11 Replace the optical drive (see "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 34). 12 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Replacing the Hard Drive(s)" on page 30. 13 Replace the memory
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    122 USB Board
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    from the Media Card Reader. 3 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13). 4 Remove the module cover (see "Removing the Module Cover" on page 15). 5 Remove the memory module(s) (see "Removing the Memory Module(s)" on page 17). 6 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Removing the Hard
  • Dell XPS 17 L701X | XPS 17 L701x Service Manual - Page 124
    the Bluetooth Card" on page 55). 13 Remove the coin-cell battery (see "Removing the Coin-Cell Battery" on page 51). 14 Lift the connector latch and pull the pull-tab to disconnect the USB-board cable from the system-board connector. 1 1 USB-board cable connector 15 Follow the instructions from
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    21 Lift the system board off the top cover. 4 3 2 1 1 AC-adapter connector cable 3 system board 2 fan cable 4 screw Replacing the System Board 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the screw hole on the system board with the screw hole on the top cover. 3 Replace the
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    the Keyboard" on page 45). 15 Replace the palm-rest assembly (see "Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly" on page 40). 16 Replace the optical drive (see "Replacing the Optical Drive" on page 34). 17 Follow the instructions in step 5 in "Replacing the Hard Drive(s)" on page 30. 18 Replace the memory
  • Dell XPS 17 L701X | XPS 17 L701x Service Manual - Page 127
    the BIOS of the replacement system board. 23 Enter the service tag (see "Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS" on page 127). 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 on the computer. 3 Press during
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    128 System Board
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    to the system board, remove the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13) before working inside the computer. Removing the Speakers 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 13). 3 Disconnect the speaker cable
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    the system board (see "Removing the System Board" on page 123). 5 Make note of the speakers cable routing and remove the cable from the routing guides. 6 Remove the four screws (two on each speaker) that secure the speakers to the top cover. 7 Lift the speakers along with the cable off the
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    12 3 1 speakers (2) 3 speaker cable 2 screws (4) Replacing the Speaker 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Route the speakers cable through the routing guides 3 Align the screw holes on the speakers with the screw holes on the top cover. 4 Replace the four screws (two on
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    7 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 14). 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. 132 Speakers
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    the computer. 2 Go to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer: NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is Click Download Now to download the latest BIOS file. The File Download window appears. 6 Click Save to save the file on your desktop. The file
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    8 Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on the screen. 134 Flashing the BIOS
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Dell™ XPS™ L701X Service
Manual
Regulatory model: P09E series
Regulatory type: P09E001