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Before You Begin: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual

6.  To avoid possible damage to the system board, wait 10 to 20 seconds and then disconnect any 

attached devices. 

7.  Disconnect all other external cables from the computer. 

8.  Remove any installed PC Cards from the PC Card slot. 

9.  Close the display and turn the computer upside down on a flat work surface. 

NOTICE: 

To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you 

service the computer. 

10.  Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on the bottom of the computer, and then remove 

the battery from the bay. 

 

11.  Remove any installed 

memory modules

, 

Mini PCI cards

, and 

modules

, including a second battery 

if one is installed. 

12.  Remove the 

hard drive

. 

Recommended Tools

The procedures in this manual require the following tools:

●

     

#1 Phillips screwdriver

●

     

¼-inch flat-blade screwdriver

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Summary of Contents for Inspiron 8500

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Page 2: ...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 Information in this document is subject to change without notice 2003 Dell Inc ...

Page 3: ...oth is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and is used by Dell Inc under license Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products Dell Inc disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own Model PP02X August 2003 Rev A02 file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS WITH 20PAR...

Page 4: ...inted metal surface CAUTION Handle components and cards with care Do not touch the components or contacts on a card Hold a card by its edges or by its metal mounting bracket Hold a component such as a microprocessor by its edges not by its pins NOTICE To avoid damaging the computer perform the following steps before you begin working inside the computer 1 Ensure that the work surface is flat and c...

Page 5: ...g the system board you must remove the main battery before you service the computer 10 Slide and hold the battery bay latch release on the bottom of the computer and then remove the battery from the bay 11 Remove any installed memory modules Mini PCI cards and modules including a second battery if one is installed 12 Remove the hard drive Recommended Tools The procedures in this manual require the...

Page 6: ...nual Small plastic scribe Flash BIOS update program floppy disk or CD Computer Orientation 1 back 2 right 3 front 4 left Screw Identification file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS WITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN begin htm 3 of 7 6 21 2004 1 12 15 AM ...

Page 7: ...tion as a tool to lay out and keep track of the screws The placemat provides the number of screws and their sizes Optional Module 1 each Modem 1 each Hard Drive 1 each Fan 2 each Keyboard 2 each Display Assembly 2 each file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS WITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN begin htm 4 of 7 6 21 2004 1 12 15 AM ...

Page 8: ...vice Manual Display Bezel shoulder screw covers 2 each display bumpers 6 each 2 each 6 each Display Panel 9 each Display Latch 2 each file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS WITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN begin htm 5 of 7 6 21 2004 1 12 15 AM ...

Page 9: ...iron 8500 8600 Service Manual Video Card 4 each Palm Rest 2 each 13 each Speakers 1 each System Board 3 each 2 each file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS WITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN begin htm 6 of 7 6 21 2004 1 12 15 AM ...

Page 10: ...Before You Begin Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual 1 each Back to Contents Page file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS WITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN begin htm 7 of 7 6 21 2004 1 12 15 AM ...

Page 11: ...ld 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 assumes that a part can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse order file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS ITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN system htm 1 of 2 6 21 2004 1 12 16 AM ...

Page 12: ...2 hard drive 4 keyboard 13 fan 5 palm rest 14 speakers 6 system board assembly 15 microprocessor 7 optical drive 16 thermal cooling assembly 8 reserve battery 17 system board support 9 computer base 18 video card Back to Contents Page file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS ITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN system htm 2 of 2 6 21 2004 1 12 16 AM ...

Page 13: ...t static damage to components inside your computer discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer s electronic components You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface NOTE Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Turn the computer over loosen the captiv...

Page 14: ...y module 3 If you are replacing a memory module remove the existing module NOTICE Handle memory modules by their edges and do not touch the components on a module a Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up b Remove the module from the connector file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS H 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_S...

Page 15: ...the center of the connector b Slide the edge of the module firmly into the connector and rotate the module down until you feel a click If you do not feel the click remove the module and reinstall it NOTE If the memory module is not installed properly the computer does not boot The Num Lock and Scroll Lock lights blink about ten times 5 Replace the cover and screw NOTICE If the memory module cover ...

Page 16: ...AUTION Before working inside your computer read the safety instructions in your Owner s Manual CAUTION To prevent static damage to components inside your computer discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer s electronic components You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface NOTICE Handle components and cards by their edges and avoid touching pins and ...

Page 17: ... step 4 If you are replacing a Mini PCI card remove the existing card a Disconnect the Mini PCI card from any attached cables b Release the Mini PCI card by spreading the metal securing tabs until the card pops up slightly c Lift the Mini PCI card out of its connector file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS H 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN upgrades htm 5 of 13 6 21 2004 1 12 19 AM ...

Page 18: ...OTICE The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion If you feel resistance check the connectors and realign the card 4 Align the Mini PCI card with the connector at a 45 degree angle and press the Mini PCI card firmly into the connector and press down until you feel a click 5 Connect the antenna cables to the Mini PCI file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS H 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN up...

Page 19: ... computer discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer s electronic components You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface NOTICE Handle components and cards by their edges and avoid touching pins and contacts 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Turn the computer over and loosen the captive screw from the Mini PCI card ...

Page 20: ...4 If you are replacing a modem remove the existing modem a Remove the screws securing the modem to the system board and set it aside b Pull straight up on the attached pull tab to lift the modem out of its connector on the system board and disconnect the modem cable file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS H 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN upgrades htm 8 of 13 6 21 2004 1 12 19 AM ...

Page 21: ...on do not force the connections 4 Connect the modem cable to the modem NOTICE To prevent damage to the modem press the modem into the connector directly over the connector 5 Align the modem with the screw hole and press the modem into the connector directly over the connector on the system board file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS H 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN upgrades htm 9 of 13 6 21 2004 1...

Page 22: ...w unless you want to secure the module inside the computer for security purposes If the Device Screw Is Not Installed NOTICE To prevent damage to devices place them in a safe dry place when they are not installed in the computer Avoid pressing down on them or placing heavy objects on top of them 1 Press the device latch release so that the latch release pops out 1 device latch release 2 Pull the d...

Page 23: ...or instructions NOTICE To prevent damage to devices place them in a safe dry place when they are not installed in the computer Avoid pressing down on them or placing heavy objects on top of them 2 Close the display and turn the computer over 3 Use a 1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the M2 x 3 mm screw from the bottom of the computer file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUAL 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_M...

Page 24: ...al 1 device latch release 4 Press the device latch release so that the latch release pops out 5 Pull the device by the latch release to remove the device from the module bay file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUAL 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN upgrades htm 12 of 13 6 21 2004 1 12 19 AM ...

Page 25: ...l Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual NOTICE Insert devices into the module bay before you dock and turn on the computer Back to Contents Page file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUAL 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN upgrades htm 13 of 13 6 21 2004 1 12 19 AM ...

Page 26: ...n along the front of the display as shown 2 Firmly grasp the lip of the cover to detach it from the computer and pull the cover up Replacing the Color Insert Cover 1 Place the tabs on the cover in the grooves above the display hinges and lower the cover over the computer file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS WITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN cover htm 1 of 2 6 21 2004 1 12 20 AM ...

Page 27: ... Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual 2 Press along the front until the cover snaps into place Back to Contents Page file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS WITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN cover htm 2 of 2 6 21 2004 1 12 20 AM ...

Page 28: ...efore removing the hard drive Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is on in standby mode or in hibernate mode NOTICE Hard drives are extremely fragile even a slight bump can damage the drive NOTE Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Turn the computer over...

Page 29: ...puter store it in protective antistatic packaging See Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge in your Owner s Manual 3 Slide the hard drive out of the computer Back to Contents Page file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS 20WITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN hdd htm 2 of 2 6 21 2004 1 12 20 AM ...

Page 30: ... using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as the back panel on the computer If you ordered a Bluetooth card with your computer the card is already installed 1 Remove the hard drive 2 Pull the Bluetooth card connector out of the system board connector 3 Pull the cable to remove the Bluetooth card from the computer 1 Bluetooth card file I SERVICE 20MA...

Page 31: ...piron 8500 8600 Service Manual 2 system board connector 3 Bluetooth card connector 4 cable Back to Contents Page file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS 0WITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN blue htm 2 of 2 6 21 2004 1 12 21 AM ...

Page 32: ...OTICE 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 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Remove the two M2 5 x 12 screws from the fan cover file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS 20WITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN fan htm 1 of 2 6 21 20...

Page 33: ...8600 Service Manual 1 M2 5 x 12 mm screws 2 2 fan cover 3 Lift the fan out of the computer Back to Contents Page file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS 20WITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN fan htm 2 of 2 6 21 2004 1 12 22 AM ...

Page 34: ...nd yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as the back panel on the computer 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Gently bend the docking covers and lift them away from the computer base Installing the Docking Doors Slide the side of the docking covers with the spring over the longer posts file I SERVICE ...

Page 35: ... Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual 1 docking doors with spring 2 longer post Back to Contents Page file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS H 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN dockdoor htm 2 of 2 6 21 2004 1 12 23 AM ...

Page 36: ...al 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 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Turn the computer right side up and open it 1 display file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS H 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN keyboard htm 1 of 3 ...

Page 37: ... flat blade screw driver to pry up the center control cover c Disconnect the center control cover flex cable from the system board connector using the pull tab d Lift the center control cover away from the computer and lay it aside 1 center control cover 2 system board connector 4 Remove the keyboard a Remove the two M2 5 x 6 mm screws across the top of the keyboard file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 2...

Page 38: ... the keyboard up and slide it forward c Hold the keyboard up and slightly forward to allow access to the keyboard connector d Pull up on the keyboard connector tab to disconnect the keyboard connector from the system board 1 M2 5 x 6 mm screws 2 2 keyboard 3 palm rest Back to Contents Page file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS H 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN keyboard htm 3 of 3 6 21 2004 1 12 24 ...

Page 39: ...rostatic 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 You must remove the display assembly before you remove the palm rest 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Turn the computer over and remove the two M2 5 x 12 mm screws labeled D on the bottom of the ...

Page 40: ...ay cable using the pull tab and release the cable from the four cable routing clips NOTE When you replace the display assembly ensure that you route the display cable under the EMI clip and cable routing clips 6 Lift the display out of the computer file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS ITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN display htm 2 of 7 6 21 2004 1 12 25 AM ...

Page 41: ...iron 8500 8600 Service Manual 1 display 2 display cable connector 3 computer base 4 pull tab 5 connector 6 EMI clip file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS ITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN display htm 3 of 7 6 21 2004 1 12 25 AM ...

Page 42: ...oulder screws 2 5 display bezel 2 shoulder screw covers 2 6 display panel 3 display bumpers 6 7 top cover 4 M2 5 x 6 mm screws 6 8 M2 x 3 mm screws 9 Display Bezel file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS ITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN display htm 4 of 7 6 21 2004 1 12 25 AM ...

Page 43: ...e display panel by the DELL logo use your fingers to separate the bezel from the top cover by lifting the inside edge of the bezel away from the top cover Display Panel CAUTION Before performing the following procedures read the safety instructions in your Owner s Manual NOTICE To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surfa...

Page 44: ...ex cable connector 1 top flex cable connector 2 top display cable connector 3 tabs 9 Use the pull tab to disconnect the bottom flex cable connector from the inverter connector file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS ITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN display htm 6 of 7 6 21 2004 1 12 25 AM ...

Page 45: ...ctor 2 top display cable connector 3 pull tab on bottom flex cable connector 10 Remove the yellow tape from above the bottom flex cable connector Back to Contents Page file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS ITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN display htm 7 of 7 6 21 2004 1 12 25 AM ...

Page 46: ...arge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as the back panel on the computer 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Remove the keyboard 3 Remove the display 4 Remove the four M2 5 x 6 mm screws from the video card 1 M2 5 x 6 mm screws 4 2 video card file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS WITH 20PA...

Page 47: ...ell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual 5 Lift the video card out of the computer Back to Contents Page file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS WITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN video htm 2 of 2 6 21 2004 1 12 25 AM ...

Page 48: ... a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as the back panel on the computer NOTICE Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any installed batteries 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Remove the keyboard 3 Remove the fan 4 Loosen in consecutive order the four captive screws labele...

Page 49: ...ive screws 4 2 microprocessor thermal cooling assembly 5 Rotate the microprocessor thermal cooling assembly up toward the side of the computer and away from the system board file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS ITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN thermal htm 2 of 3 6 21 2004 1 12 26 AM ...

Page 50: ...ace the left side of the microprocessor thermal cooling assembly under the palm rest and rotate the assembly onto the system board 2 Tighten the four captive screws labeled 1 through 4 in consecutive order Back to Contents Page file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS ITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN thermal htm 3 of 3 6 21 2004 1 12 26 AM ...

Page 51: ...l surface such as the back panel on the computer 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Remove the keyboard NOTICE You must remove the display assembly before you remove the palm rest the display hinges pass through the back of the palm rest 3 Remove the display assembly 4 Remove the microprocessor thermal cooling assembly 5 Remove the video card 6 Remove the 13 M2 5 ...

Page 52: ...500 8600 Service Manual 1 M2 5 x 12 mm screws 13 7 Remove the two M2 5 x 4 mm screws from the top of the palm rest file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS TH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN palmrest htm 2 of 4 6 21 2004 1 12 27 AM ...

Page 53: ...0 Service Manual 1 M2 5 x 4 mm screws 2 2 top of the palm rest 8 Disconnect the touch pad connector from the system board file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS TH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN palmrest htm 3 of 4 6 21 2004 1 12 27 AM ...

Page 54: ...nector 4 computer base NOTICE Carefully separate the palm rest from the computer base to avoid damage to the palm rest 9 Use your fingers to separate the palm rest from the computer base Back to Contents Page file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS TH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN palmrest htm 4 of 4 6 21 2004 1 12 27 AM ...

Page 55: ...oid damage to the microprocessor hold the screwdriver so that it is perpendicular to the microprocessor when turning the cam screw 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Remove the keyboard 3 Remove the fan NOTICE To ensure maximum cooling for the microprocessor do not touch the heat transfer areas on the microprocessor thermal cooling assembly The oils in your skin r...

Page 56: ...row on the ZIF socket cam screw which indicates the direction to turn the cam screw 6 Lift out the microprocessor module Installing the Microprocessor Module NOTICE Ensure that the cam lock is in the fully open position before seating the microprocessor module Seating the microprocessor module properly in the ZIF socket does not require force file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS 20WITH 20PARALL...

Page 57: ...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 If one or more corners of the module are higher than the others the module is not seated correctly 2 Tighten the ZIF socket by turning the cam screw clockwise to secure the microprocessor module to the system board 3 Perform the st...

Page 58: ...ar on the screen The computer continues to boot and updates the new BIOS When the update is complete the computer will automatically reboot 3 Press during POST to enter the system setup program 4 Press and to reset the computer defaults 5 Press select Save changes and reboot and press to save configuration changes 6 Remove the flash BIOS update program floppy disk or CD from the drive and restart ...

Page 59: ... using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as the back panel on the computer 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Remove the battery 3 Depress the battery latch and rotate it out to remove the reserve battery cover 1 reserve battery cover 4 Pull the reserve battery straight out of the computer base file I SERVICE 20MAN...

Page 60: ...ual 5 Disconnect the reserve battery cable connector from the speaker connector 1 speaker connector 2 reserve battery Back to Contents Page file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS ITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN reserve htm 2 of 2 6 21 2004 1 12 29 AM ...

Page 61: ...code 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 NOTICE Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any installed batteries 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Remove the keyboard 3 Remove th...

Page 62: ...rvice Manual 1 M2 5 x 6 mm screws 2 2 system board support 9 Disconnect the speaker cable 10 Remove the three M2 5 x 4 mm screws file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS H 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN sysboard htm 2 of 6 6 21 2004 1 12 30 AM ...

Page 63: ... Service Manual 1 M2 5 x 4 mm screws 3 2 system board 11 Remove the M2 5 x 12 mm screw labeled circle B from the computer base file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS H 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN sysboard htm 3 of 6 6 21 2004 1 12 30 AM ...

Page 64: ... Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual 1 M2 5 x 12 mm screw 1 12 Remove the system board from the computer base file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS H 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN sysboard htm 4 of 6 6 21 2004 1 12 30 AM ...

Page 65: ... remain inside the computer Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer 2 Turn on the computer NOTE After replacing the system board enter the computer Service Tag into the BIOS of the replacement system board 3 Insert the floppy disk or CD that accompanied the replacement system board into the appropriate drive Follow the instructions that appear on the screen file I SERVICE 20MANUALS D...

Page 66: ...System Board Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual Back to Contents Page file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS H 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN sysboard htm 6 of 6 6 21 2004 1 12 30 AM ...

Page 67: ...ching an unpainted metal surface such as the back panel on the computer 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Remove the keyboard 3 Remove the display assembly 4 Remove the palm rest 5 Remove the system board NOTICE Handle the speakers with care to avoid damaging them 6 Remove the M2 5 x 3 mm screw from the speakers 7 Remove the reserve battery from the speakers and ...

Page 68: ...500 8600 Service Manual 1 speakers 2 M2 5 x 3 mm screw 1 3 reserve battery 4 computer base Back to Contents Page file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS TH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN speakers htm 2 of 2 6 21 2004 1 12 31 AM ...

Page 69: ...st grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as the back panel on the computer 1 Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 2 Remove the hard drive 3 Remove the keyboard 4 Remove the display assembly 5 Remove the palm rest 6 Remove the system board 7 Remove the speakers 8 Pull the base latch out and away from the computer base file I SERVICE ...

Page 70: ...Latch Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual 1 base latch 2 computer base Back to Contents Page file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS WITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN latch htm 2 of 2 6 21 2004 1 12 31 AM ...

Page 71: ...for I O Connectors Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual USB Connector Video Connector Parallel Connector S Video TV Out Connector Serial Connector USB Connector Pin Signal 1 USB5V 2 USBP 3 USBP 4 GND file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS ITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN pinouts htm 1 of 5 6 21 2004 1 12 32 AM ...

Page 72: ...ector Pin Signal Pin Signal 1 CRT_R 9 5V 2 CRT_G 10 GND 3 CRT_B 11 MONITOR_DETECT 4 NC 12 DDC_DATA 5 GND 13 CRT_HS 6 GND 14 CRT_VS 7 GND 15 DDC_CLK 8 GND Parallel Connector file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS ITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN pinouts htm 2 of 5 6 21 2004 1 12 32 AM ...

Page 73: ... STROBE 10 ACK 2 PD0 11 BUSY 3 PD1 12 PE 4 PD2 13 SLCT 5 PD3 14 AFD 3M 6 PD4 15 ERROR 7 PD5 16 INIT 8 PD6 17 SLIN 9 PD7 18 25 GND S Video TV Out Connector S Video Pin Signal 1 GND 2 GND file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS ITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN pinouts htm 3 of 5 6 21 2004 1 12 32 AM ...

Page 74: ...LUMA L 4 DCRMA L Composite Video Pin Signal 5 SP_DIF 6 DCMPS L 7 SP_DIF Serial Connector Pin Signal Pin Signal 1 DCD 6 DSR 2 RXDA 7 RTS 3 TXDA 8 CTS 4 DTR 9 RI 5 GND file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS ITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN pinouts htm 4 of 5 6 21 2004 1 12 32 AM ...

Page 75: ... Assignments for I O Connectors Dell Inspiron 8500 8600 Service Manual Back to Contents Page file I SERVICE 20MANUALS DELL 20MANUALS ITH 20PARALLEL 20SERIAL_SERV_MAN pinouts htm 5 of 5 6 21 2004 1 12 32 AM ...

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