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Dell™ XPS™ M1210 Service Manual Before You Begin Optical Drive Hard Drive Memory Module(s) Hinge 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. Abbreviations - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 2
Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ XPS™ M1210 Service Manual Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer This section provides : Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 3
a component such as a processor by its edges, not by its pins. NOTICE: 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. NOTICE: Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in this document - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 4
1 battery-bay latch release 2 battery (9-cell battery shown) 7. Turn the computer top-side up and open the display. 8. Press the power button to ground the system board. 9. Remove any installed ExpressCard from the ExpressCard slot. 10. Remove any media from the optical drive, if installed. 11. - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 5
Page Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ XPS™ M1210 Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery Removing the Coin-Cell Battery CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 6
Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 1. Install the replacement battery: a. With the positive side up, insert the battery at a 30-degree angle into the battery compartment. b. Connect the battery cable to the connector on the system board. 2. Replace the keyboard (see Keyboard). 3. Replace the hinge - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 7
Back to Contents Page Optical Drive Dell™ XPS™ M1210 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. Your computer ships with a fixed optical drive installed. NOTICE: To help prevent damage to drives, - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 8
Back to Contents Page Palm Rest Dell™ XPS™ M1210 Service Manual Removing the Palm Rest Replacing the Palm Rest Removing the Palm Rest CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 9
8. Disconnect the coin-cell battery cable from the system board. 9. Disconnect the touch-pad connector from the system board. NOTE: If you are unable to reach the touch-pad connector with the palm rest in place, you may want to wait until step 11 when you can raise the palm rest enough to reach - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 10
11. Lift the palm rest from the computer base: a. Raise the palm rest at the back of the computer. NOTE: If you were unable to disconnect the touch-pad connector with the palm rest in place (step 9), reach under the palm rest to disconnect the touch-pad connector from the system board. b. Slide the - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 11
Page Hard Drive Dell™ XPS™ M1210 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Removing the Hard . NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell. 1. Follow the instructions in Before - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 12
, see "Restoring Your Operating System" and "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" in the Owner's Manual. Instructions for alternative solutions are available at support.dell.com/pcrt. Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Return your old hard drive to Dell in its original or comparable foam packaging - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 13
1 hard drive Back to Contents Page 2 foam packaging - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 14
Back to Contents Page Modem Dell™ XPS™ M1210 Service Manual Removing the Modem Replacing the Modem Removing the Modem CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 15
NOTICE: Do not disconnect the modem cable from the system board. 8. Disconnect the modem cable from the modem. Replacing the Modem 1. Connect the modem cable to the modem. NOTICE: Ensure that the modem cable is routed correctly when you replace the modem. 2. Connect the modem to the system board. - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 16
Back to Contents Page Memory Module(s) Dell™ XPS™ M1210 Service Manual Removing the Memory Module(s) Replacing the Memory Module(s) Removing the Memory Module(s) CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 17
3. Remove the memory module from the connector labeled "DIMM A" which is located underneath the keyboard: a. Turn the computer topside up, and remove the hinge cover (see Removing the Hinge Cover). b. Remove the keyboard (see Keyboard). 1 securing clips (2) c. Use your fingertips to carefully - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 18
and automatically updates the system configuration information. To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer, click Start® Help and Support® Dell System Information. NOTE: Since the computer operating system reserves some memory for system files and activities, the amount of available - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 19
Back to Contents Page Processor Module Dell™ XPS™ M1210 Service Manual Removing the Processor Module Replacing the Processor Module Removing the Processor Module CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 20
1 ZIF-socket cam screw 2 pin-1 corner of processor 3 ZIF-socket NOTE: The ZIF-socket cam screw secures the processor to the system board. 8. Lift the processor module from the ZIF socket. Replacing the Processor Module NOTICE: Ensure that the cam lock is in the fully open position before seating - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 21
3. Replace the thermal-cooling assembly (see Replacing the Thermal-Cooling Assembly). 4. Replace in reverse order the remaining components that you removed in Removing the Processor Module, beginning with step 5. Back to Contents Page - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 22
to Contents Page Hinge Cover Dell™ XPS™ M1210 Service Manual Removing the Hinge Cover Replacing the Hinge Cover Removing the Hinge Cover CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 23
1 hinge cover 2 plastic scribe Replacing the Hinge Cover With the display open all the way (180 degrees) so that it lies flat against the work surface, insert the left edge of the hinge cover and then press down from left to right until the cover snaps into place. Back to Contents Page - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 24
Back to Contents Page Fan Dell™ XPS™ M1210 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, 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 an - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 25
Back to Contents Page Keyboard Dell™ XPS™ M1210 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, 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 an - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 26
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-Cooling Assembly Dell™ XPS™ M1210 Service Manual Removing the Thermal-Cooling Assembly Replacing the Thermal-Cooling Assembly Removing the Thermal-Cooling Assembly CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 28
1 mylar tape 2 captive screws (4) 4 captive screw (1) (present only on computers with discrete video) 5 securing loop (present only on computers with discrete video) 3 thermalcooling assembly Replacing the Thermal-Cooling Assembly 1. If you are installing a new thermal-cooling assembly, place - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 29
NOTE: When replacing the thermal-cooling assembly, hold up the mylar flap on the thermal-cooling assembly so that the flap rests on top of the fan when the thermal-cooling assembly is in place. 2. Place the thermal-cooling assembly over the processor. 3. Tighten the four captive screws, labeled "1" - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 30
to Contents Page Mini-Cards Dell™ XPS™ M1210 Service Manual WLAN Card Mobile Broadband (WWAN) Card Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Card WLAN Card CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: Only products approved - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 31
1 WLAN card 2 antenna cable connectors (2) b. Release the WLAN card by pushing the metal securing tabs toward the back of the computer until the card pops up slightly. c. Lift the WLAN card out of its system board connector. 1 metal securing tabs (2) NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 32
4. Install the replacement WLAN card: NOTICE: Do not install a Mobile Broadband card in the WLAN card slot. a. Insert the WLAN card connector into the system board connector at a 45-degree angle, and then press the other end of the WLAN card down into the securing tabs until the card clicks into - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 33
" in the Owner's Manual for your computer for instructions on connecting to a wireless network and installing drivers. Mobile Broadband (WWAN) Card CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: Only products approved - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 34
3. If a Mobile Broadband card is not already installed, go to step 4. If you are replacing a Mobile Broadband card, remove the existing card: a. Disconnect the antenna cables from the Mobile Broadband card. 1 Mobile Broadband card 2 antenna cable connectors (2) b. Release the Mobile Broadband - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 35
1 metal securing tabs (2) NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors on the card and on the system board, and realign the card. 4. Install the replacement Mobile Broadband card: NOTICE: Do not install a WLAN card in the Mobile - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 36
NOTICE: To avoid damage to the Mobile Broadband card, never place cables under the card. b. Connect the two antenna cables to the Mobile Broadband card (black [auxiliary] cable to the connector with a black triangle and the white [main] cable to the connector with a white triangle). 1 antenna - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 37
CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: Only products approved for use in your portable computer may be installed. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 38
Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Bay/ExpressCard Cage Assembly Dell™ XPS™ M1210 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 39
9. Ensure that the ExpressCard eject button is pushed in. 10. Rotate the hard drive bay/ExpressCard cage assembly up and to the left on the captive screw to facilitate removal of the assembly from the computer base. Back to Contents Page - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 40
Back to Contents Page Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ XPS™ M1210 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 41
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Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ XPS™ M1210 Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing the System Board Removing the System Board CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 43
a. With the front of the computer facing you, grasp the lower-right corner of the system board and lift it slightly. b. Pull the system board assembly slightly toward you and to the right of the computer; at the same time, use your left hand to release the connectors by pulling the side of the - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 44
the default boot order. 3. Insert the flash BIOS update program CD that accompanied the replacement system board into the optical drive. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen. See Flashing the BIOS for further information. 4. Enter the system setup program to update the BIOS on the - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 45
Page Display Dell™ XPS™ M1210 Service Manual Display Assembly Display Bezel Display Panel Display-Panel Brackets Display Assembly Removing the Display Assembly CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 46
5. Remove the hinge cover (see Removing the Hinge Cover). 6. Remove the keyboard (see Keyboard). 1 display assembly 2 pull-tab on display cable 3 Mini-Card antenna cables 7. Use the pull-tab to disconnect the display cable from the system board, and then disengage the display cable from its - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 47
NOTICE: When removing the display assembly, carefully unthread the Mini-Card antenna cables through the computer base and ensure that the plastic protectors-if present-remain on the individual cables. 10. Lift the display assembly away from the computer. Replacing the Display Assembly NOTICE: When - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 48
display bezel 4 display back cover Removing the Display Bezel CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, 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 an - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 49
-cable 6 speaker ground screw and ground wire cable CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 50
2. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Display Assembly). 3. Remove the display bezel (see Removing the Display Bezel). 4. If an optional camera is present on the computer, disconnect the camera cable connector. 5. Remove the four M2 x 3-mm screws (two on each side of the display panel). - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 51
Display-Panel Brackets Removing the Display-Panel Brackets CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 52
1. Replace the four M2 x 3-mm screws to re-attach the display-panel brackets to the display panel. 2. Reattach the display bezel (see Removing the Display Bezel) to the display panel. 3. Reattach the display panel (see Removing the Display Panel) to the display back cover. 4. Replace the display - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 53
Back to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ XPS™ M1210 Service Manual NOTICE: Plug the AC adapter into a known not interrupt this process once it begins. Doing so may cause system damage. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen. The computer continues to boot and updates the new BIOS. - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 54
Back to Contents Page Camera (Optional) Dell™ XPS™ M1210 Service Manual Removing the Camera Replacing the Camera Removing the Camera CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 55
1. With the camera lens facing up, insert the tab at the top-left of the camera into the detent at the bottom-left edge of the camera bezel. 1 tab 2 detent in camera bezel 2. Replace the two M2 x 3-mm screws that attach the camera to the display back cover. 3. Re-adhere the tape on the camera - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 56
Back to Contents Page Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors Dell™ XPS™ M1210 Service Manual USB Connector Video Connector S-Video TV-Out Connector IEEE 1394 Connector USB Connector Pin Signal 1 USB5V+ 2 USBP- 3 USBP+ 4 GND Video Connector Pin Signal Pin Signal 1 - Dell XPS M1210 MXC062 | XPS M1210 Service Manual - Page 57
S-Video TV-Out Connector S-Video Pin Signal 1 GND 2 GND 3 DLUMA-L 4 DCRMA-L Composite Video Pin Signal 5 NC 6 DCMPS-L 7 GND IEEE 1394 Connector Pin Signal 1 TPB- 2 TPB+ 3 TPA- 4 TPA+ Back to Contents Page
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Dell™ XPS™ M1210 Service Manual
Before You Begin
Coin-Cell Battery
Optical Drive
Palm Rest
Hard Drive
Modem
Memory Module(s)
Processor Module
Hinge Cover
Fan
Keyboard
Thermal-Cooling Assembly
Mini-Cards
Hard Drive Bay/ExpressCard Cage Assembly
Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless
Technology
System Board
Display
Flashing the BIOS
Camera (Optional)
Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors
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:
A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.
Abbreviations and Acronyms
For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see "Glossary" in the
Owner's Manual
.
If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft®
Windows® operating systems are
not applicable.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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May 2006 Rev. A00