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New Page 1 Dell™ Inspiron™ 4100 A Tour of Your Computer Conserving Power System Specifications Solving Problems Using the Dell™ Diagnostics System Setup Program Ports and Connector Pin-Outs Removing and Replacing Parts Hints, Notices, and Cautions HINT: A HINT indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
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A Tour of Your Computer: Dell Inspiron 4100 Back to Contents Page A Tour of Your Computer Dell™ Inspiron™ 4100 Front View Left Side View Right Side View Back View Bottom View Front View CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents.
A Tour of Your Computer: Dell Inspiron 4100 1 display latch 8 display latch button 2 display 9 battery bay 3 keyboard status lights 10 touch pad/track stick buttons 4 microphone 11 keyboard 5 device status lights 12 track stick 6 touch pad 13 power button 7 module bay 14 AccessDirect button file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA.
A Tour of Your Computer: Dell Inspiron 4100 Display Latch This latch keeps the display closed. Display The computer has a color LCD. Keyboard Status Lights The green lights located above the keyboard .
A Tour of Your Computer: Dell Inspiron 4100 Microphone Record audio with the internal microphone. Device Status Lights ● The light turns on when the computer is turned on. ● The light turns on when the computer reads or writes data. ● The light turns on steadily or blinks when the computer is in a power management mode.
A Tour of Your Computer: Dell Inspiron 4100 ❍ Solid orange: The battery charge is critically low. NOTICE: To avoid data loss, never turn off the computer while the light is flashing. Touch Pad Use the touch pad and touch pad buttons as you would use a mouse.
A Tour of Your Computer: Dell Inspiron 4100 HINT: To turn off your computer, perform a Windows shutdown. If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off completely (which may take several seconds).
A Tour of Your Computer: Dell Inspiron 4100 2 hard drive 4 speaker (one of two) PC Card Slot The PC Card slot has two connectors that support various types of PC Cards (also referred to as PCMCIA cards), including modems and network adapters. Hard Drive The hard drive reads and writes data on a hard disk.
A Tour of Your Computer: Dell Inspiron 4100 Right Side View CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Doing so can damage the computer or cause a fire.
A Tour of Your Computer: Dell Inspiron 4100 The infrared sensor lets you transfer files from your computer to another infrared-compatible device without using cable connections. Audio Connectors Attach headphones or speakers to the connector. Attach a microphone to the connector.
A Tour of Your Computer: Dell Inspiron 4100 Modem Connector To use your computer's internal modem, connect the telephone cable to the modem connector. For information on using the modem, see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer.
A Tour of Your Computer: Dell Inspiron 4100 Air Vent HINT: The computer turns on the fans only when the computer gets hot. They may run most of the time or very seldom, depending on your use of the computer. Because the fans spin at a high rate of speed, they may make a noise.
A Tour of Your Computer: Dell Inspiron 4100 1 air intake 6 PS/2 connector 2 serial connector 7 USB connector 3 parallel connector 8 video monitor connector 4 docking connector 9 AC adapter connector 5 air vent Serial Connector Use this connector to attach serial devices, such as a mouse or a handheld device.
A Tour of Your Computer: Dell Inspiron 4100 Use this connector to attach the optional docking device, also called an advanced port replicator (APR). A docking device, or APR, allows you to easily use external devices with your computer, such as an external keyboard, mouse, or monitor.
A Tour of Your Computer: Dell Inspiron 4100 AC Adapter Connector This connector attaches an AC adapter to the computer. The AC adapter converts AC power to the DC power required by the computer. You can connect the AC adapter with your computer turned either on or off.
A Tour of Your Computer: Dell Inspiron 4100 1 air intake 4 memory module and Mini PCI card 2 module release latch 5 battery release latch 3 docking device latch Module Release Latch Press the latch to remove a device in the module bay. Docking Device Latch This latch connects the computer to an optional docking device.
A Tour of Your Computer: Dell Inspiron 4100 Battery Release Latch Press the latch to remove a battery from the battery bay. Back to Contents Page file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA.
Conserving Power: Dell Inspiron 4100 Back to Contents Page Conserving Power Dell™ Inspiron™ 4100 Conservation Tips Power Conservation Modes Power Options Properties Conservation Tips ● You automatically conserve battery power each time you attach your computer to an electrical outlet.
Conserving Power: Dell Inspiron 4100 ● Press the power button or the power conservation key combination, , that you can program via the Advanced tab. HINT: You can use the Advanced tab to program the display-close option, the power button, and the power conservation key combination to activate standby mode.
Conserving Power: Dell Inspiron 4100 2. Click Performance and Maintenance . 3. Click the Power Options icon. Windows 2000 1. Click the Start button, point to Settings , and then click Control Panel .
Conserving Power: Dell Inspiron 4100 Alarms Tab HINT: To enable audible alarms, click each Alarm Action button and select Sound alarm . The Low battery alarm and Critical battery alarm settings alert you with a message when the battery charge falls below a certain percentage.
Conserving Power: Dell Inspiron 4100 Power Meter Tab The Power Meter tab displays the current power source and amount of battery charge remaining. file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA.
Conserving Power: Dell Inspiron 4100 Advanced Tab The Advanced tab allows you to: ● Set icon and standby password options. ● Program the following functions: ❍ Activate standby mode. ❍ Activate hibernate mode. ❍ Shut down Windows and turn off the computer.
Conserving Power: Dell Inspiron 4100 ❍ No action ( None ). HINT: If you are going to connect your computer to a docking device, click None when you program the display-close option. This setting ensures that your computer does not enter standby mode or hibernate mode when you close (lower) the display.
Conserving Power: Dell Inspiron 4100 HINT: Windows XP automatically handles fluctuations in microprocessor performance during power source changes. Therefore, Intel SpeedStep technology is not included with computers running Windows XP.
Conserving Power: Dell Inspiron 4100 To change the Intel SpeedStep options, click the Advanced button and then click one of the following options. HINT: If you disable Intel SpeedStep, the processor operates at its minimum speed. ● Disable Intel SpeedStep technology control.
Conserving Power: Dell Inspiron 4100 Click Apply to accept any changes, and then click OK to close the Intel SpeedStep technology window. Back to Contents Page file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/L.
System Specifications: Dell Inspiron 4100 Back to Contents Page System Specifications Dell™ Inspiron™ 4100 Microprocessor System Information PC Card Memory Ports and Connectors Communications Vide.
System Specifications: Dell Inspiron 4100 PC Card CardBus controller Texas Instruments PCI 1420 CardBus controller PC Card connector two (supports two Type I or Type II cards or one Type III card) Cards supported 3.
System Specifications: Dell Inspiron 4100 Infrared sensor compatible with IrDA Standard 2.0 (4 MB) and IrDA Standard 1.0 (Slow IR) Docking 200-pin connector for a Dell docking device S-video TV-out 7-pin mini-DIN connector (S- video to composite video adapter is optional) Mini PCI Type IIIA Mini PCI card slot with Wi-Fi (802.
System Specifications: Dell Inspiron 4100 Audio controller AC97 Stereo conversion 16-bit (analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog) Interfaces: Internal AC 97 External microphone-in connector, stereo headphones/speakers connector Speaker two 4-ohm speakers Internal speaker amplifier 1.
System Specifications: Dell Inspiron 4100 Keyboard Number of keys 87 (U.S. and Canada); 88 (Europe); 91 (Japan) Key travel 2.7 mm ± 0.3 (0.11 inch ± 0.016 inch) Key spacing 19.05 mm ± 0.3 mm (0.75 inch ± 0.012 inch) Layout QWERTY/AZERTY/Kanji Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) 240 cpi Size: Width 64.
System Specifications: Dell Inspiron 4100 Width 139.0 mm (5.47 inches) Weight 0.39 kg (0.87 lb) (8 cell) 0.26 kg (0.57 lb) (4 cell) Voltage 14.8 VDC Charge time (approximate): Computer off 1 to 1.
System Specifications: Dell Inspiron 4100 Physical Height 36.8 mm (1.4 inches) Width 319.5 mm (12.5 inches) Depth 253.6 mm (9.9 inches) Weight (with 8-cell battery) 2.
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Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 Back to Contents Page Solving Problems Dell™ Inspiron™ 4100 Accessing Help Files Power Problems Error Messages Video and Display Problems Sound and Speaker Pro.
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 To access help in Windows XP 1. Click the Start button, and then click Help and Support . 2. Type a word or phrase that describes your problem, and then click the arrow icon. 3. Click the topic that describes your problem, and then click Display .
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 Check the battery status light— If the battery status light flashes orange or is a steady orange, the battery charge is low or depleted. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet. If the battery status light flashes green and orange, the battery is too hot to charge.
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 A required .DLL file was not found— The program that you are trying to open is missing an essential file. To remove and then reinstall the program: Windows XP 1. Click the Start button. 2. Click Control Panel . 3.
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 Check the battery— If you are using a battery to power your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet using the AC adapter, and turn on the computer.
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 Adjust the Windows display settings Windows XP 1. Click the Start button, and then click Control Panel . 2. Click Appearance and Themes . 3. Click Display , and then click the Settings tab. 4. Try different settings for Screen resolution and Color quality .
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 Reinstall the sound (audio) driver— See " Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities ." If you have a problem with external speakers HINT: The volume control in some MP3 players overrides the Windows volume setting.
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 Ensure that the printer is turned on— See the documentation supplied with the printer. Verify that Windows® recognizes the printer 1. Click the Start button, point to Settings , and then click Printers . If the printer is listed, right-click the printer icon, click Properties, and then select the Details tab.
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 Turn off call waiting (catch-phone)— See your telephone directory for instructions on deactivating this feature. Then adjust the dial-up networking connection properties: 1. Click the Start button, point to Settings , and then click Control Panel .
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 6. Click the Diagnostics tab to verify that the modem is communicating with Windows. If all commands receive responses, the modem is operating properly.
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 External Keyboard Problems Check the keyboard cable— Shut down the computer. Disconnect the keyboard cable and check it for damage. For PS/2 cables, check the cable connector for bent or broken pins. Firmly reconnect the cable.
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 Drive Problems HINT: For information on saving files to a floppy disk, see the Tell Me How help file. See " Accessing Help Files ." If you cannot save a file to a floppy drive Ensure that Windows recognizes the drive— In Windows XP , click the Start button, and then click My Computer .
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 Reinstall the drive 1. Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer. 2. Remove the drive from the module bay. See " Module Bay Devices ." 3. Reinstall the drive. 4. Turn on the computer.
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 Check the drive for errors 1. Remove the hard drive. 2. Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD for your computer and turn on the computer. 3. Check to see if the drive light is blinking. If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, or DVD drive tray 1.
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 Run ScanDisk Windows XP and Windows 2000 1. In Windows XP, click the Start button, and then click My Computer . In Windows 2000, double-click the My Computer icon on the Windows desktop. 2. Right-click the drive letter (local disk) that you want to scan for errors, and then click Properties .
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 See the software documentation— Many software manufacturers maintain websites with information that may help you solve the problem. Ensure that you properly installed and configured the program. Reinstall the program if necessary.
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 If Your Computer Gets Wet CAUTION: Perform this procedure only after you are certain that it is safe to do so. If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, Dell recommends that you turn off AC power at the circuit breaker before attempting to remove the power cables from the electrical outlet.
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 15. Replace the module bay device and any PC Cards you removed. 16. Replace the battery. HINT: See "Limited Warranties and Return Policy" in your Solutions Guide . If the computer does not start, or if you cannot identify the damaged components, see "Contacting Dell" in the Solutions Guide .
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities The Dell Drivers and Utilities CD for your computer contains drivers for operating systems that may not be on your computer. Verify that the driver you are loading is under your operating system subdirectory.
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 If no Install button is present, automatic installation is not an option. For installation instructions, either see the appropriate instructions in the following subsections, or click the Extract button, follow the extracting instructions, and read the readme file.
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 ● If you are installing a network adapter , click Network adapters and then click 3Com 3C920 Integrated Fast Ethernet Controller . 7. Click Action , and then click Update Driver . 8. Click Install from a list or specific location (Advanced) , and then click Next .
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 HINT: To see the System icon, you may need to click the View all control panel options link at the left side of the screen. 4. Click the Device Manager tab. ● If you are installing a modem driver , click Modem and then click the appropriate modem.
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 The Properties window appears. If an IRQ conflict exists, the Device status area in the Properties window reports what other devices are sharing the device's IRQ. 9. Resolve any IRQ conflicts. You can also use the Windows XP Hardware Troubleshooter.
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 Windows 2000 1. Click the Start button, point to Settings , and click Control Panel . 2. Double-click the System icon. 3. Click the Hardware tab. 4. Click Device Manager . 5. Click View , and then click Resources by connection .
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 To resolve an operating system problem, you can use System Restore from Safe Mode or Normal Mode to return your computer to an earlier operating state.
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 Creating a Restore Point Using the System Restore Wizard In Windows XP, you can either use the System Restore Wizard or manually create a restore point.
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 4. Click to select a restore point and click Next . If a calendar date has only one restore point, that restore point is automatically selected. If two or more restore points are available, click to select the restore point that you want to use.
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 Reinstalling Windows® Reinstalling Windows XP Before reinstalling the Windows XP operating system to correct a problem, try correcting the problem by performing a Windows System Restore . NOTICE: The Operating System CD provides options for reinstalling the Windows XP operating system.
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 11. If you are reinstalling Windows XP Home Edition , enter a name for your computer in the Computer Name window, and then click Next . If you are reinstalling Windows XP Professional , enter a name for your computer and a password in the Computer Name and Administrator Password window, and then click Next .
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 e. Press to move to the Boot menu. f. In the system setup program Boot menu, follow the instructions on the screen to change the boot sequence so that the CD or DVD drive boots first. Then insert the Operating System CD into the drive.
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 Windows updates the system settings and restarts your computer. 15. If you set a password in step 13, type your password and click OK . If you did not set a password, click OK . 16. Reinstall the appropriate drivers.
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100 select the type of file system that you want Windows 2000 to use, and then press . The installation takes 25-45 minutes. 6. Press again to restart your computer. 7. Click Next when the Welcome to the Windows 2000 Setup Wizard window appears.
Using the Dell™ Diagnostics: Dell Inspiron 4100 Back to Contents Page Using the Dell™ Diagnostics Dell™ Inspiron™ 4100 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics Features of the Dell Diagnostics Startin.
Using the Dell™ Diagnostics: Dell Inspiron 4100 NOTICE: Use the Dell Diagnostics to test only your Dell computer. Using this program with other computers may cause incorrect computer responses or result in error messages.
Using the Dell™ Diagnostics: Dell Inspiron 4100 8. Save the settings and exit the system setup program. The computer restarts and runs the Dell Diagnostics.
Using the Dell™ Diagnostics: Dell Inspiron 4100 For a quick check of your computer, select Quick Tests from the Test All Devices or Test One Device option. Quick Tests runs only the subtests that do not require user interaction and that do not take a long time to run.
Using the Dell™ Diagnostics: Dell Inspiron 4100 1. Press . 2. Highlight the Help category and press , or press the key that corresponds to the highlighted letter in the category you choose.
Using the Dell™ Diagnostics: Dell Inspiron 4100 Confirming the System Configuration Information When you boot your computer from your Drivers and Utilities CD , the diagnostics checks your system configuration information and displays it in the Device Groups area on the main menu screen.
System Setup Program: Dell Inspiron 4100 Back to Contents Page System Setup Program Dell™ Inspiron™ 4100 Overview Viewing the System Setup Screens System Setup Screens Commonly Used Options Overvi.
System Setup Program: Dell Inspiron 4100 2. When the Dell™ logo appears, press immediately. If you wait too long and the Windows® logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Windows desktop.
System Setup Program: Dell Inspiron 4100 The boot sequence tells the computer where to look to find the software needed to start the operating system. To change the computer's boot sequence, change the device settings in the Boot First Device , Boot Second Device , or Boot Third Device options.
System Setup Program: Dell Inspiron 4100 Dell recommends that you use Fast IR . If the infrared device cannot communicate with your computer, turn off the computer and repeat this procedure to change the setting to Slow IR . 5. Press to save the changes and exit the system setup program.
Ports and Connector Pin-Outs: Dell Inspiron 4100 Back to Contents Page Ports and Connector Pin-Outs Dell™ Inspiron™ 4100 Port Locations Serial Connector Parallel Connector Docking Connector PS/2 C.
Ports and Connector Pin-Outs: Dell Inspiron 4100 Serial Connector Use the 9-pin serial connector to attach a serial device to the computer. The serial connector passes data in serial format (1 bit at a time over one line). This connector supports a variety of devices, including a serial mouse, that require serial data transmission.
Ports and Connector Pin-Outs: Dell Inspiron 4100 (one byte) are sent simultaneously over eight separate lines. The parallel connector can also be configured for compatibility with the PS/2 standard.
Ports and Connector Pin-Outs: Dell Inspiron 4100 16 INIT# O Initialize printer 17 SLIN# O Select in 18-25 N/A N/A Ground signal Shell N/A N/A Frame ground Docking Connector Use this connector to attach your computer to the optional docking device.
Ports and Connector Pin-Outs: Dell Inspiron 4100 13 DOCK_LINE 63 NC 113 CLK_DDC2 163 SAD8 14 DOCK_CDROM 64 DOCK_SCLK 114 SPAR 164 SC/BE0# 15 GND 65 DOCK_LRCK 115 SPME# 165 SAD9 16 M_SEN# 66 DOCK_MCLK 116 GND 166 SAD10 17 POWER_SW# 67 GND 117 SSERR# 167 SAD11 18 QPCIEN# 68 +12V 118 SPERR# 168 SAD12 19 S1.
Ports and Connector Pin-Outs: Dell Inspiron 4100 44 DOCK_+DC_IN 94 TXD0# 144 SWGATE# 194 SAD31 45 DOCK_+DC_IN 95 RXD0# 145 SRDATA# 195 GND 46 DOCK_+DC_IN 96 DCD0 146 SINDEX# 196 NC 47 DOCK_+DC_IN 97 N.
Ports and Connector Pin-Outs: Dell Inspiron 4100 6 KBD_CLK I Keyboard clock Shell N/A N/A Chassis ground USB Connector Use the USB connector to attach one or more USB devices, such as a mouse, to the computer. USB is a peripheral standard that enables automatic detection of USB-compliant peripheral devices.
Ports and Connector Pin-Outs: Dell Inspiron 4100 Pin Signal I/O Definition 1 RED O Red video 2 GREEN O Green video 3 BLUE O Blue video 4 DDC2_MONID2 I Monitor detect ID2 5 GND N/A Signal ground 6 GND .
Ports and Connector Pin-Outs: Dell Inspiron 4100 S-Video Composite Video Pin Signal Pin Signal 1 GND 5 NC 2 GND 6 DCMPS-L 3 DLUMA-L 7 GND 4 DCRMA-L Back to Contents Page file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LAP...20ok/Inspiron/4100/4100_SERVICE_MAN/pinouts.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 Back to Contents Page Removing and Replacing Parts Dell™ Inspiron™ 4100 Preparing to Work Inside the Computer Recommended Tools Screw Identificatio.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 4. Make sure the computer is undocked. 5. Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet. 6. To avoid possible damage to the system board, wait 10 to 20 seconds and then disconnect any attached devices.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 1 back 2 right 3 front 4 left Screw Identification When you are removing and replacing components, photocopy the placemat as a tool to lay out and keep track of the screws. The placemat provides the number of screws and their sizes.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 NOTICE: When reinstalling a screw, you must use a screw of the correct diameter and length. Make sure that the screw is properly aligned with its corresponding hole, and avoid over tightening.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 Display Assembly to Top Cover: (5 each) Display-Feed Flex Cable: (4 each) Palm Rest to Bottom Case: (5 each) (3 each) Hybrid Cooling Fan: (2 each) (1 each) System Board to Bottom Case: (10 each) Modem to System Board: (2 each) file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 Display Latch: (2 each) (2 each) System Components Exploded View 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.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 1 top cover display assembly 9 bottom case assembly 2 center control cover 10 memory module cover 3 thermal cooling assembly 11 module bay device 4 hyb.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 8 fan guard 16 keyboard Palm Rest Inserts 1. Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer. 2. If the computer is connected (docked) to a docking device, undock it. 3.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 Display Cover 1. Slide your index fingers under the straight edge of the display cover until the cover pops out. 2. Slide the display cover towards the back of the computer. file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 3. Use your fingers to release the cover completely, and remove it. 4. To replace the display cover, bend it slightly to insert the four tabs on the rounded edge of the cover into the slots on the top of the computer.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 NOTICE: Read " Preparing to Work Inside the Computer " before performing the following procedure. NOTICE: To prevent data loss, turn off your computer before removing the hard drive. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is running, in standby mode, or in hibernate mode.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to slide the hard drive into place. If you force the hard drive into place using excessive force, you may damage the connector. 1. Lift up the hard drive door until you hear a click.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 11. Connect the modem cable to the modem. NOTICE: The cable connectors are keyed for correct insertion; do not force the connections. 12. Align the modem with the screw hole(s) and press the modem into the connector on the system board.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 3. Close the display and turn the computer over. 4. Slide and hold the latch release, and pull the device out of the module bay. NOTICE: To prevent damage to devices, place them in a travel case when they are not inserted in the computer.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 1 M2.5 x 12-mm screw (1) 2 captive screws (2) Removing the Memory Modules NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 The module should pop up. 1 JDIM 1 2 JDIM 2 3 memory module sockets (2) 4 inner tabs (2 per socket) 3. Lift the memory module out of its socket. Replacing the Memory Modules 1. If you only have one memory module, install it in the connector labeled "JDIM1" on the system board.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 NOTICE: The memory module must be inserted at a 45-degree angle to avoid damaging the connector. 2. Align the notch in the memory module with the slot in the center of the socket.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 1 antenna connectors on card (2) 2 antenna cables (2) Replacing the Mini PCI Card 1. Align the Mini PCI card with the socket at a 45-degree angle, and press the Mini PCI card into the socket. NOTICE: The connectors are keyed for correct insertion; do not force the connections.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 Keyboard Assembly Removing the Keyboard NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 NOTICE: The key caps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-consuming to replace. Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 1 keyboard 2 track stick 3 scalloped edge of blank key 4 palm rest 6. Lift the keyboard straight up until it clears the keyboard boss support in the bottom case. 7. Rotate the keyboard forward toward the front of the computer.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 1 boss support (5) 2 track stick cable 3 keyboard flex cable 4 keyboard connector 5 orientation label 10.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 3. Carefully turn the keyboard over. Align the keyboard boss support, fit the left side of the keyboard into place, and then snap the right side of the keyboard into place.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 1 M2 x 3-mm screws (4) 2 top cover 3 center control cover 4 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (5) 5 bottom case 6 EMI shield bracket 1. Remove the hard drive . file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA...20ok/Inspiron/4100/4100_SERVICE_MAN/remove.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 2. Remove the center control cover. 3. Remove the keyboard . 4. Close the display. 5. From the back of the computer, remove the five M2.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 1 M2 x 3-mm screws (2) 9. Pull up on the pull-tab that is attached to the display-feed flex cable connector to remove the tab from the interface connector on the system board. 10. Lift the display assembly up and out of the bottom case.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 1 rubber screw covers (6) 5 M2 x 4-mm screws (5) 2 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (4) 6 display-feed flex cable 3 display bezel 7 flex-cable retention bracket 4 top cover 8 display panel Removing the 14.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 2. Remove the display assembly . 3. Remove the display bezel . 4. Remove the hinge covers. 5. Remove the two M2 x 4-mm screws on the left side of the display panel and the two M2 x 4- mm screws on the right side of the display panel.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 1 display panel connector 2 top flex-cable connector 3 pull tab 4 bottom flex cable connector 5 inverter connector 9. Remove the tape that secures the display panel connector and the tape that secures the middle of the display-feed flex cable to the display panel.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 3. Remove the display bezel . 4. Remove the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws and the two M1.7 x 3.5-mm screws that secure the display latch and bracket to the top cover. 5. Lift the display latch and bracket up and out of the top cover.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 2. Replace the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws and the two M1.7 x 3.5-mm screws that secure the display latch and bracket to the top cover. Hinge Covers Removing the Hinge Covers 1. Remove the display assembly .
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 HINT: The right plastic hinge cover label includes an "R," and the left plastic hinge cover label includes an "L." The hinge cover labels face the back of the computer. file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 1 right hinge cover 2 left hinge cover Palm Rest NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 1 M2.5 x 12-mm screws (3) 2 M2 x 3-mm screws (2) 3 hard-drive bay door 5. Remove the two M2 x 3-mm screws that are located in the hard-drive bay door labeled "circle P." 6. Turn the computer over, and remove the three M2 x 3-mm screws that secure the palm rest to the bottom case: a.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 1 M2 x 3-mm screws (3) 2 palm rest 3 palm-rest flex cable 4 bottom case 5 back center of the palm rest 6 touch pad connector file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA...20ok/Inspiron/4100/4100_SERVICE_MAN/remove.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 NOTICE: Carefully separate the palm rest from the bottom case to avoid damage to the palm rest. 8. Starting at the back center of the palm rest, use your fingers to separate the palm rest from the bottom case by lifting up the inside of the palm rest while pushing in on the outside.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 2. Remove the keyboard . 3. Loosen the four captive screws that secure the microprocessor thermal cooling assembly to the system board. 1 microprocessor thermal cooling assembly 2 captive screws (4) 3 right side 4.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 2. Tighten the four captive screws, labeled 1 through 4, in consecutive order. Microprocessor Module Removing the Microprocessor Module NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 1 screwdriver (perpendicular to microprocessor) 2 pin-1 corner 3 processor die (do not touch) 4 ZIF socket 5 ZIF-socket cam screw 1.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 NOTICE: You must position the microprocessor module correctly in the ZIF socket to avoid permanent damage to the module and the socket. When the microprocessor module is correctly seated, all four corners are aligned at the same height.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 4. Press . The computer continues to boot and updates the new BIOS. 5. Press to enter the system setup program and reset the boot sequence with the appropriate drive, if required. 6. Press to exit the system setup program.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 1 reserve battery 2 speaker connector 3 system board connector 4 reserve battery cable Replacing the Reserve Battery 1. Connect the reserve battery cable to the system board connector. 2. Position the reserve battery above the speaker connector on the system board.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 Removing the Speaker Assemblies NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 1 right speaker 2 palm-rest screw post 3 bottom case holders (2) 4 left speaker file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA.
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Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 1 antenna cable 6 antenna cable 2 in-line connector 7 right speaker holder 3 left speaker 8 mounting ring 4 mounting ring 9 right speaker 5 left speaker holder 1. Remove the hard drive . 2. Remove the keyboard .
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 Removing the System Board The system board's BIOS chip contains the service tag sequence, which is also visible on a barcode label on the bottom of the computer.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 1 fan guard 2 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (9) 10. Turn the computer over and remove the M2.5 x 5-mm screw, which is labeled "circle B" with an arrow on the front center of the system board by the battery connector.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 1 M2.5 x. 5-mm screw (1) 11. Remove the speakers from the bottom case. 12. Pull the right side of the bottom case, next to the external headphone and microphone connectors, away from the system board as you simultaneously lift the front of the system board out and away from the bottom case.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 c. Replace the fan guard, inserting the tab into the bottom case, and replace the three M2.5 x 5-mm screws. Replacing the screw opposite the tab first makes it easier to insert and replace the other two screws.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 To prevent the latch assembly from coming loose, apply pressure to the latch and spring while removing the latch button.
Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100 3 spring 7 wear rib 4 bottom case Replacing the Battery and Module Bay Latches 1. Snap in the new latch button from behind the bottom case, making certain that the snap tabs are fully engaged in the latch.
Un point important après l'achat de l'appareil (ou même avant l'achat) est de lire le manuel d'utilisation. Nous devons le faire pour quelques raisons simples:
Si vous n'avez pas encore acheté Dell 4100 c'est un bon moment pour vous familiariser avec les données de base sur le produit. Consulter d'abord les pages initiales du manuel d'utilisation, que vous trouverez ci-dessus. Vous devriez y trouver les données techniques les plus importants du Dell 4100 - de cette manière, vous pouvez vérifier si l'équipement répond à vos besoins. Explorant les pages suivantes du manuel d'utilisation Dell 4100, vous apprendrez toutes les caractéristiques du produit et des informations sur son fonctionnement. Les informations sur le Dell 4100 va certainement vous aider à prendre une décision concernant l'achat.
Dans une situation où vous avez déjà le Dell 4100, mais vous avez pas encore lu le manuel d'utilisation, vous devez le faire pour les raisons décrites ci-dessus,. Vous saurez alors si vous avez correctement utilisé les fonctions disponibles, et si vous avez commis des erreurs qui peuvent réduire la durée de vie du Dell 4100.
Cependant, l'un des rôles les plus importants pour l'utilisateur joués par les manuels d'utilisateur est d'aider à résoudre les problèmes concernant le Dell 4100. Presque toujours, vous y trouverez Troubleshooting, soit les pannes et les défaillances les plus fréquentes de l'apparei Dell 4100 ainsi que les instructions sur la façon de les résoudre. Même si vous ne parvenez pas à résoudre le problème, le manuel d‘utilisation va vous montrer le chemin d'une nouvelle procédure – le contact avec le centre de service à la clientèle ou le service le plus proche.
