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Dell™ Inspiron™ 1501 Service Manual
The system board BIOS chip contains the Service Tag, which is also visible on a barcode label on the bottom of the computer. The replacement kit for the
system board includes a CD that provides a utility for transferring the Service Tag to the replacement system board.
Removing the System Board
1.
Follow the instructions in
.
2.
Remove the hard drive (see
3.
4.
Remove the memory module(s) (see
5.
Remove the modem (see
).
6.
7.
Remove the keyboard (see
).
8.
Remove the Mini-Card (see
9.
Remove the display assembly (see
).
10.
Remove the palm rest (see
11.
Remove the fan (see
).
12.
Remove the processor thermal-cooling assembly (see
Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly
).
13.
Remove the processor (see
).
14.
Remove the ExpressCard/hard-drive bay assembly (see
Removing the ExpressCard/Hard-Drive Bay Assembly
).
15.
Remove the two hex-nut video screws from the back of the computer.
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 unpainted metal surface (such
as the back panel) on the computer.
NOTICE:
To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see
Before Working Inside Your Computer
computer.
NOTE:
It is not required but is highly recommended that you remove the fan.
1
hex-nut video screws (2)