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Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual DellTM InspironTM 8500/8600 Service Manual Before You Begin System Components Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, Modem, and Modules Color Insert Cover Hard Drive BluetoothTM Card Fan Docking Doors Keyboard Display Assembly Video Card Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Palm Rest Microprocessor Module Flashing the BIOS Reserve Battery System Board Speakers Base Latch 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. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/85-8600/index.htm (1 of 2) [2/28/2004 6:28:54 AM] Before You Begin: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual Back to Contents Page Before You Begin DellTM InspironTM 8500/8600 Service Manual Preparing to Work Inside the Computer Recommended Tools Computer Orientation Screw Identification Preparing to Work Inside the Computer 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. Read and follow applicable instructions in the safety instructions in the Owner's Manual that came with the computer. 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. 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 clean to prevent scratching the computer cover. 2. Save any work in progress and exit all open programs. 3. Turn off the computer and all attached devices. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/85-8600/begin.htm (1 of 8) [2/28/2004 6:29:15 AM] Before You Begin: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual NOTE: Ensure that the computer is off and not in a power management mode. If you cannot shut down the computer using the computer operating system, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds. 4. If the computer is connected to a docking station, undock it. 5. Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet. 6. To avoid possible damage to the system board, wait 10 to