Dell Inspiron 2100 Dell™ Inspiron™ 2100 A Tour of Your Computer Power Conservation Solving Problems System Specifications Drivers and Utilities 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. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem.
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A Tour of Your Computer : Dell Inspiron 2100 Back to Contents Page A Tour of Your Computer Dell™ Inspiron™ 2100 Front View Back View Left Side View Bottom View Right Side View External Media Bay Front View file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/2100/tour.
A Tour of Your Computer : Dell Inspiron 2100 Display Latch This tab keeps the display locked in place when the display is closed. Display The computer has a color LCD. Device Status Lights The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following: ● The light labeled turns on when the computer reads or writes data. ● The light labeled turns on when you press to enable the numeric keypad. The light labeled function.
A Tour of Your Computer : Dell Inspiron 2100 ● The light labeled function. turns on when you press to enable the scroll lock NOTICE: To avoid data loss, never turn off the computer while the light labeled flashing. is Microphone The internal microphone allows you to record voice audio. Touch Pad The touch pad detects the position of your finger over a touch-sensitive area and provides the computer with full mouse functionality.
A Tour of Your Computer : Dell Inspiron 2100 ● ❍ Solid green, which indicates that the battery is charging ❍ Flashing green, which indicates that the battery charge cycle is complete ❍ Flashing amber, which indicates that the battery charge is low ❍ Solid amber, which indicates that the battery charge is critically low The light labeled turns on when the computer is turned on.
A Tour of Your Computer : Dell Inspiron 2100 Display-Close Button When you close the display, this button activates a power conservation mode that you can select on the Microsoft Windows Power Options Properties window. NOTICE: Do not press the display-close button with your finger. Left Side View Fan Exhaust file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/2100/tour.
A Tour of Your Computer : Dell Inspiron 2100 HINT: The computer turns on the fan only when the computer gets hot. It may run most of the time or very seldom, depending on your use of the computer. Because the fan spins at a high rate of speed, it may make a noise. This noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. The fan works with the air intakes to prevent the computer from overheating.
A Tour of Your Computer : Dell Inspiron 2100 Security Cable Slot The slot lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer. Complete file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/2100/tour.
A Tour of Your Computer : Dell Inspiron 2100 instructions for installing antitheft devices are usually included with the device. NOTICE: Antitheft devices are of differing designs. Before you buy one, make sure it will work with the security cable slot in the computer. Hard Drive The hard drive reads and writes data on a hard disk. PC Card Slot The PC Card slot has one connector that supports various types of PC Cards, including modems and network cards.
A Tour of Your Computer : Dell Inspiron 2100 Use this connector to connect the computer to a network. HINT: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector. Do not plug a telephone line into the network connector. Modem Connector Use this connector to plug in the telephone line. Video Connector Use this connector to attach an external monitor to the computer. Parallel Connector Use this connector to attach a parallel device, such as a printer, to the computer.
A Tour of Your Computer : Dell Inspiron 2100 NOTICE: When you remove the media bay cable from the computer or a device, press in on the cable securing clips while pulling the cable connector straight out. Do not insert or pull out the connector at an angle. AC Adapter Connector Use this connector to attach an AC adapter to the computer. HINT: Although the AC adapter works worldwide, power connectors vary among countries.
A Tour of Your Computer : Dell Inspiron 2100 Air Intake HINT: The computer turns on the fan only when the computer gets hot. It may run most of the time or very seldom, depending on your use of the computer. Because the fan spins at a high rate of speed, it may make a noise. This noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. The fan works with the air intake to prevent the computer from overheating.
A Tour of Your Computer : Dell Inspiron 2100 Docking Connector Use this connector to attach your computer to the optional port replicator. A port replicator allows you to easily use an external keyboard, mouse, and monitor with your computer. An advanced port replicator also includes a network adapter for connecting your computer to a network. HINT: The port replicator may not be available in certain countries.
A Tour of Your Computer : Dell Inspiron 2100 Your computer comes with a floppy drive installed in the external media bay. You can also install a CD drive, a DVD drive, or a CD-RW drive in the external media bay. NOTICE: To avoid overheating the computer, do not place the external media bay close to the air intake or fan exhaust. NOTICE: When a device is not inside the external media bay, the device is fragile and must be handled carefully to avoid damage.
Power Conservation : Dell Inspiron 2100 Back to Contents Page Power Conservation Dell™ Inspiron™ 2100 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. When the AC adapter is attached, the battery is charged while the computer uses AC power.
Power Conservation : Dell Inspiron 2100 Power Conservation Modes You can use both standby mode and hibernate mode on your computer. Standby Mode Standby mode conserves power by turning off the display and the hard drive after a predetermined period of inactivity (a time-out). When your computer exits standby mode, the desktop is restored to the same state that it was in before the computer entered standby mode.
Power Conservation : Dell Inspiron 2100 Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low, or if either the power button, the power conservation key combination, , or the display-close option are programmed to activate hibernate mode in the Advanced tab of the Power Options Properties window. HINT: Some PC Cards may not operate correctly after resuming operation from hibernate mode.
Power Conservation : Dell Inspiron 2100 HINT: Dell recommends that you continue to use the Portable/Laptop power scheme to maximize battery power conservation. Each preset power scheme has different time-out settings for putting the computer into standby mode, turning off the display, and turning off the hard drive. Alarms Tab HINT: To enable audible alarms, click each Alarm Action button and select Sound alarm.
Power Conservation : Dell Inspiron 2100 your computer, the Low battery alarm and Critical battery alarm check boxes are selected. Dell recommends that you continue to use these defaults. Power Meter Tab The Power Meter tab displays the current power source and amount of battery charge remaining. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/2100/power.
Power Conservation : Dell Inspiron 2100 Advanced Tab The Advanced tab allows you to: ● Set icon and standby password options. ● Program the following functions: ❍ Activate standby mode (the default when you close the display). ❍ Activate hibernate mode (the default for the power button). ❍ Shut down Windows and turn off the computer. ❍ No action (None). file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/2100/power.
Power Conservation : Dell Inspiron 2100 HINT: If you are going to connect your computer to a port replicator, 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. To program these functions, click an option from the corresponding pull- down menu, and then click OK. Hibernate Tab The Hibernate tab lets you enable hibernate mode by clicking the Enable hibernate support check box.
Power Conservation : Dell Inspiron 2100 Intel® SpeedStep™ Tab If your computer has a Mobile Intel Pentium® III processor, the Power Options Properties window includes the Intel® SpeedStep™ tab. To change the Intel SpeedStep options, click the Advanced button and then click one of the following options: ● Disable Intel SpeedStep technology control file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/2100/power.
Power Conservation : Dell Inspiron 2100 HINT: If you disable Intel SpeedStep, the processor always operates at its maximum speed. ● Remove flag icon ● Disable audio notification when performance changes Click Apply to accept any changes, and then click OK to close the Intel SpeedStep technology window. Back to Contents Page file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/2100/power.
Solving Problems : Dell Inspiron 2100 Back to Contents Page Solving Problems Dell™ Inspiron™ 2100 Accessing Help Files Unexpected Characters Power Problems Drive Problems Start-Up Error Messages Network Problems Video and Display Problems Windows Error Messages Sound and Speaker Problems General Program Problems Printer Problems Internet Connection Problems Modem Problems E-Mail Problems Scanner Problems If Your Computer Gets Wet Touch Pad Problems If You Drop or Damage Your Computer Ext
Solving Problems : Dell Inspiron 2100 To access Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Help 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Click the Start button and then click Help. Click the Search tab. Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and then click List Topics. Click the topic that describes your problem and then click Display. Follow the instructions shown on the screen. To access Windows Me Help 1. Click the Start button and then click Help. 2.
Solving Problems : Dell Inspiron 2100 Check for interference— Electrical appliances on the same circuit or operating near the computer can cause interference. Other causes of interference: power extension cables, too many devices on a power strip, or multiple power strips connected to the same electrical outlet. Adjust the power properties— See the Tell Me How help file or search for the keyword standby in Windows Help.
Solving Problems : Dell Inspiron 2100 Adjust the power properties— Search for the keyword standby in Windows Help. If the display is difficult to read Adjust the brightness— See the Tell Me How help file for instructions on adjusting the brightness. Move the subwoofer away from the computer or monitor— If your external speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the subwoofer is at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor.
Solving Problems : Dell Inspiron 2100 Reinstall the sound (audio) driver— See "Installing Drivers and Utilities." External Speakers HINT: The volume control in some MP3 players overrides the Windows volume setting. If you have been listening to MP3 songs, make sure that you did not turn the player volume down or off. Verify the speaker cable connections— Ensure that the speakers are connected as shown on the setup diagram supplied with the speakers.
Solving Problems : Dell Inspiron 2100 If you cannot print to a parallel port printer Verify the printer cable connections— Ensure that the printer cable is connected (see "Connecting a Printer" in Chapter 1 of the Dell Solutions Guide that came with your computer). Test the electrical outlet— Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. Ensure that the printer is turned on— See the documentation supplied with the printer.
Solving Problems : Dell Inspiron 2100 Verify that the printer is recognized by Windows 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. 2. Ensure that the Print to the following port: setting is USB. Reinstall the printer driver— See "Installing the Printer Driver" in Chapter 1 of the Dell Solutions Guide.
Solving Problems : Dell Inspiron 2100 Check the power cable connection— Ensure that the scanner power cable is firmly connected to a working electrical power source and that the scanner is turned on. Check the scanner cable connection— Ensure that the scanner cable is firmly connected to the computer and to the scanner. Unlock the scanner— Ensure that your scanner is unlocked if it has a locking tab or button. Reinstall the scanner driver— See the scanner documentation for instructions.
Solving Problems : Dell Inspiron 2100 Drive Problems If you cannot save a file to a floppy disk HINT: For information on saving files to a floppy disk, see the Tell Me How help file. Ensure that the external media bay is connected— Check the external media bay cable and make sure that it is connected to the floppy drive and to the connector on the back of the computer. Ensure that Windows recognizes the drive— Double-click the My Computer icon.
Solving Problems : Dell Inspiron 2100 If you cannot play a music CD or install a program from a CD HINT: High-speed CD drive vibration is normal and may cause noise. This noise does not indicate a defect in the drive or the CD. Ensure that the external media bay is connected— Check the external media bay cable and make sure that it is connected to the CD drive and to the connector on the back of the computer. Ensure that Windows recognizes the drive— Double-click the My Computer icon.
Solving Problems : Dell Inspiron 2100 Clean the disc— See the Tell Me How help file for instructions. If the CD-RW drive stops writing HINT: If you must disable standby mode to write to a CD-RW drive, remember to enable standby mode again when you finish writing the CD. Disable standby mode in Windows before writing to a CD-RW disk— Search for the keyword standby in Windows Help. Change the write speed to a slower rate— The CD-RW drive must receive a steady stream of data when writing.
Solving Problems : Dell Inspiron 2100 Check the network cable connector— Ensure that the network cable connector is firmly connected to the connector on the computer and the network wall jack. Restart the computer— Try to log on to the network again. Contact your network administrator— Verify that your network settings are correct and that the network is functioning. Windows Error Messages x:\ is not accessible. The device is not ready— Insert a disk into the drive and try again.
Solving Problems : Dell Inspiron 2100 4. Click Change/Remove and follow the prompts on the screen. 5. See the program documentation for installation instructions. General Program Problems A program crashes See the software documentation— Many software manufacturers maintain websites with information that may help you to solve the problem. A program stops responding Press — In the Close Program window, select the program that is no longer responding. Then click End Task.
Solving Problems : Dell Inspiron 2100 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. (In Windows 2000, double-click Control Panel.) 2. Double-click the Modems icon. 3. In the Modems Properties window, click Dialing Properties. 4.
Solving Problems : Dell Inspiron 2100 3. Disconnect the external media bay. 4. Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of the computer. 5. Remove the PC Card, and put it in a safe place to dry. 6. Remove the battery. 7. Wipe off the battery and put it in a safe place to dry. 8. Remove the hard drive. 9. Open the display, and place the computer right-side up across two books or similar props to let air circulate all around it.
Solving Problems : Dell Inspiron 2100 1. Save and close any open files, exit any open application programs, and shut down the computer. 2. Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer, and disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet. 3. Turn off any attached external devices, and disconnect them from their power sources and then from the computer. 4. Remove and reinstall the battery. 5. Turn on the computer.
System Specifications : Dell Inspiron 2100 Back to Contents Page System Specifications Dell™ Inspiron™ 2100 Specifications Specifications Microprocessor Microprocessor types Intel® mobile microprocessor Internal cache 256 KB External bus frequency 100 MHz Math coprocessor internal to the microprocessor System Information System chip set Intel Mobile 440BX PCI Data bus width 64 bits DRAM bus width 64 bits Microprocessor address bus width 32 bits PC Card CardBus controller Texas Instruments TI
System Specifications : Dell Inspiron 2100 PC Card connector size 68 pins Data width (maximum) PCMCIA 16 bits CardBus 32 bits Memory Architecture SDRAM Memory module socket 144-pin industrial standard SODIMM socket Memory module capacities and type 64, 128, and 256 MB Memory type 3.
System Specifications : Dell Inspiron 2100 Video controller ATI Mobility M Video memory 4 MB Audio Audio type Sound Blaster (software emulation capable) Audio controller Crystal CS4281 + CS4297A (AC97 CODEC) Stereo conversion 20-bit analog-to-digital 18-bit digital-to-analog Interfaces: Internal PCI bus/AC97 External microphone connector, headphone/speakers connector Speakers 4-ohm speakers Internal speaker amplifier 1.
System Specifications : Dell Inspiron 2100 Dot pitch 0.24 mm Power consumption: Panel (typical) 891 mW Backlight 3.3 W Controls brightness can be controlled through key combinations Keyboard Number of keys 84 (U.S. and Canada); 87 (Japan) Key travel 2.5 ± 0.2 mm (0.098 inch ± 0.08 inch) Key spacing 118 mm (0.70 inch) Touch Pad Interface X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) PS/2 compatible minimum 20 points/mm (500 points/inch) Size: Thickness 0.69 ± 0.15 mm (0.027 inch ± 0.
System Specifications : Dell Inspiron 2100 Battery Type lithium ion Dimensions: Depth 57.25 mm (2.25 inches) Height 12.7 mm (0.5 inch) Width 262.49 mm (10.33 inches) Weight 220 g (4 cell) 293 g (6 cell) Voltage 14.8 VDC (4 cell) 11.10 VDC (6 cell) Capacity 23 WH (4 cell) 34 WH (6 cell) Charge time (approximate): Computer on about 1.75 hours (4 cell) about 2.0 hours (6 cell) Computer off about 1.5 hours (4 cell) about 1.
System Specifications : Dell Inspiron 2100 Output current 2.64 A (maximum) Rated output voltage 19.0 VDC Dimensions: Height 29 mm (1.14 inches) Width 46.3 mm (1.82 inches) Depth 108 mm (4.25 inches) Weight (with cables) 355 g (0.
System Specifications : Dell Inspiron 2100 Altitude: Operating –18 to 3048 m (–59 to 10,000 ft) Storage –18 to 10,600 m (–59 to 35,000 ft) Back to Contents Page file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/2100/specs.
Drivers and Utilities : Dell Inspiron 2100 Back to Contents Page Drivers and Utilities Dell™ Inspiron™ 2100 Overview Installing Drivers and Utilities Overview All of your computer's utilities and all drivers for Dell-installed devices are operative when you receive the computer—no further installation or configuration is needed. However, if you ever need to reinstall any of the drivers or utilities, use the Dell Drivers and Utilities CD that you received with your computer.
Drivers and Utilities : Dell Inspiron 2100 The System Software screen appears, displaying a list of operating systems (Software by Operating System) and an All Software category. 4. Under Software by Operating System, click your operating system to display a list of drivers, a Utilities subdirectory, and a Documentation subdirectory. 5. Click the type of driver (for example, Audio) or the utility you want to install. A link appears for the specific driver or utility used by your system. 6.
Drivers and Utilities : Dell Inspiron 2100 5. Click Device Manager. 6. Double-click Network Adapters, and then right-click 3Com 3C920 Integrated Fast Ethernet Controller (3C905C-TX Compatible). 7. Click Properties. 8. Click the Driver tab. 9. Click Update Driver. The Update Device Driver Wizard window appears. 10. Click Next. 11. Select Display a list of all the drivers in a specific location, so you can select the driver you want, and click Next. 12. Select Network Adapters and click Next. 13.
Drivers and Utilities : Dell Inspiron 2100 Installing the NIC Driver for Windows Millennium Edition (Me) 1. Save your work and insert your Drivers and Utilities CD. You may close the CD interface (if desired) before continuing with the procedure. 2. Click the Start button, point to Settings, and click Control Panel. 3. In the Control Panel, double-click the System icon. NOTICE: To see the System icon, you may need to click View all control panel options at the left side of the screen. 4.
Drivers and Utilities : Dell Inspiron 2100 click Next. 17. To verify and accept the name of the driver, click Next. 18. When you receive the message that the software installation is complete, click Finish. 19. When prompted to restart your computer, remove the operating system CD and click Yes. Back to Contents Page file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/2100/driverme.
System Setup Program : Dell Inspiron 2100 Back to Contents Page System Setup Program Dell™ Inspiron™ 2100 Standard Settings System Setup Pages Viewing the System Setup Program Pages Standard Settings The system setup program contains the standard settings for your computer. NOTICE: Unless you are an expert computer user, don't change the settings for this program. Certain changes might make your computer work incorrectly.
System Setup Program : Dell Inspiron 2100 ● Page 6 displays setting and exit options. Viewing the System Setup Program Pages 1. Turn on (or restart) your computer. 2. Press immediately. If you wait too long and the Windows® logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Windows desktop. Then shut down your computer and try again. Back to Contents Page file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/2100/setup.
Ports and Connector Pin-Outs : Dell Inspiron 2100 Back to Contents Page Ports and Connector Pin-Outs Dell™ Inspiron™ 2100 Connector Locations USB Connector Parallel Connector Video Connector Docking Connector External Media Bay Connector PS/2 Connector Connector Locations Parallel Connector Use the 25-hole parallel connector to attach a parallel device to the computer. The parallel connector is used primarily for printers.
Ports and Connector Pin-Outs : Dell Inspiron 2100 connector and require the appropriate software drivers from the adapter's manufacturer). If you reconfigure your hardware, you may need pin number and signal information for the parallel connector.
Ports and Connector Pin-Outs : Dell Inspiron 2100 Docking Connector Use this connector to attach your computer to the optional port replicator.
Ports and Connector Pin-Outs : Dell Inspiron 2100 20 SDD9 70 -OC1 120 CTS1 21 SDD2 71 +5V 121 -RXD1 22 SDD10 72 USBP1- 122 -RI1 23 SDD3 73 GND 123 DCD1 24 SDD11 74 USBP1+ 124 GND 25 SDD4 75 -D_RESET 125 GND 26 SDD12 76 PCSPK 126 HSYNC_B 27 SDD5 77 IAC_SDATAO 127 VGA-R 28 SDD13 78 GND 128 VSYNC_B 29 SDD6 79 IAC_BITCLK 129 VGA-G 30 SDD14 80 LED100M 130 DDCCLK_B 31 SDD7 81 DOC_SDATAI 131 VGA-B 32 SDD15 82 LED10M 132 DDCDATA_B 33 GND 83 IAC_SYNC
Ports and Connector Pin-Outs : Dell Inspiron 2100 PS/2 Connector Use the 6-hole, miniature DIN PS/2 connector to attach PS/2-compatible devices such as a mouse, keyboard, or external numeric keypad. If you reconfigure your hardware, you may need pin number and signal information for the PS/2 connector.
Ports and Connector Pin-Outs : Dell Inspiron 2100 Pin Signal Definition 1 VCC Cable power 2 – Data N/A 3 +Data N/A 4 Ground Cable ground Video Connector Use the 15-pin video connector to attach an external monitor to the computer. If the image does not appear on the monitor immediately, press .
Ports and Connector Pin-Outs : Dell Inspiron 2100 13 HSYNC O Horizontal synchronization 14 VSYNC O Vertical synchronization 15 DDC_CLK 1 Monitor detect serial clock Shell N/A N/A Frame ground External Media Bay Connector Pin Signal Pin Signal Pin Signal Pin Signal 1 +5V 18 BSDD0 35 -WGATE 52 GND 2 -HEAD 19 5VCD 36 GND 53 BSDD13 3 -RDATA 20 BSDD3 37 -MTR0 54 BSDD10 4 -WP 21 5VCD 38 -STEP 55 -CDRESET 5 -WDATA 22 BSDD6 39 -DRV0 56 GND 6 -INDEX 23 5
Ports and Connector Pin-Outs : Dell Inspiron 2100 15 5VCD 32 BSDD11 49 BSIORDY 66 CDL 16 IRQ15 33 5VCD 50 GND 67 CD_GND 17 5VCD 34 CDR 51 BSDDREQ 68 +5V Back to Contents Page file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/2100/pinouts.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 Back to Contents Page Removing and Replacing Parts Dell™ Inspiron™ 2100 Overview Display Assembly Bezel Recommended Tools Display Assembly Latch Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer LCD Panel Screw Identification Display Assembly Hinges ZIF Connectors Keyboard Assembly System Components Memory Module Hard Drive Palm Rest Assembly Keyboard Bezel Touch Pad Assembly Display Assembly Bottom Case Assembly Overview NOTICE: Only a certified se
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 Recommended Tools Most of the procedures in this document require the use of one or more of the following tools: ● #0 and #1 magnetized Phillips-head screwdrivers ● Small flat-blade screwdriver ● 5-mm socket wrench ● Small plastic scribe ● Needle-nose pliers Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/2100/remove.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage or inoperability due to servicing not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. NOTICE: Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in this manual assumes that a part can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse order. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before you begin working inside the computer. 1.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 8. Ground yourself by touching the unpainted metal surface of an I/O connector on the back of the computer. NOTICE: While you work, periodically touch the I/O panel to dissipate any static electricity that might harm components. Screw Identification NOTICE: When reinstalling a screw, you must use a screw of the correct length. Otherwise, you could damage the hardware.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 Hard Drive Assembly: M3 x 3 mm (2 each) Display Assembly Hinge to Base: M2 x 4 mm (2 each) Display Assembly Bezel: M2 x 3.5 mm (6 each) M2 x 5 mm (2 each) Rubber Screw Covers (4 each) LCD Panel and Inverter: Display Assembly Hinges: Keyboard Assembly: M2 x 3.5 mm (5 each) M2.6 x 4 mm (4 each) M2 x 4 mm (4 each) Palm Rest Assembly: Touch Pad: Modem Retainer Bracket: M2.6 x 1.6 mm (6 each [battery bay]) M2 x 3.5 mm (3 each) M2 x 9.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 NOTICE: The ZIF connectors are fragile. To avoid damage, do not apply too much pressure to the movable part of the connector. To disconnect an interface cable from a ZIF connector: 1. Insert a small flat-blade screwdriver under the movable part of the connector. 2. Pull gently upward on the movable part of the connector until it releases the interface cable. 3. Grasp the interface cable and pull it out of the connector.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 Field-replaceable parts and assemblies are illustrated below. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/2100/remove.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 Hard Drive 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. NOTICE: The hard drive is very sensitive to shock. Handle the assembly by its edges (do not squeeze the top of the hard drive case), and avoid dropping it.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 Keyboard Bezel 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. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer" before performing the following procedure. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the microphone, do not put any objects into the microphone hole. 1.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 Display Assembly NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/2100/remove.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer" before performing the following procedure. Removing the Display Assembly 1. Remove the keyboard bezel. 2. Close the display. 3. Remove the two M2 x 5-mm screws at the back of the computer that secure the display assembly to the bottom case. 4.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 1. Place the display assembly on the bottom case assembly. Insert the left and right hinge posts into the holes at the top of the palm rest. 2. Carefully connect the LCD flex cable to the connector on the system board. 3. Place the LCD flex-cable hold-down clip over the LCD flex-cable connector. The word up is stamped on the top of the clip.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 Display Assembly Bezel file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/2100/remove.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 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. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer" before performing the following procedure. 1.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 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. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer" before performing the following procedure. Removing the Display Assembly Latch 1. Remove the display assembly bezel. display assembly 2.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 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. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer" before performing the following procedure. Removing the LCD Panel file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/2100/remove.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 1. Ground yourself by touching the unpainted metal surface of the I/O panel on the back of the computer. 2. Remove the keyboard bezel. 3. Remove the display assembly. 4. Remove the display assembly bezel. 5. Remove the four M2 x 3.5-mm screws on the left and right sides of the display assembly that secure the LCD panel to the top cover. 6. Remove the M2 x 3.5-mm screw that secures the inverter to the top cover. 7.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 4. Reinstall the LCD panel in the top cover: a. Holding the LCD flex cable against the back of the LCD panel, insert the right edge of the LCD panel into the right end of the top cover. The right edge of the LCD panel should press against the EMI sponge on the right side of the top cover. The LCD panel should not rest on top of the EMI sponge. b.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 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. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer" before performing the following procedure. 1. Remove the keyboard bezel. 2. Remove the display assembly. 3. Remove the display assembly bezel. 4.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 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. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer" before performing the following procedure. Removing the Keyboard Assembly 1. Remove the keyboard bezel. 2.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 NOTICE: Five metal tabs retain the bottom of the keyboard in the palm rest assembly. 3. Release the keyboard assembly from the palm rest assembly by lifting the top edge of the keyboard assembly up and sliding it toward the back of the computer. 4. Rotate the keyboard up so it is perpendicular to the computer. 5. Carefully disconnect the keyboard cable from the connector on the system board.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 The keys should be flush with the left and right surfaces of the palm rest. 5. Reinstall the four M2 x 4-mm screws that secure the top of the keyboard assembly to the bottom case assembly. 6. Reinstall the keyboard bezel. Memory Module NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 2. Remove the keyboard assembly. 3. Ground yourself by touching the unpainted metal surface of an I/O connector on the computer's back panel. 4. To release the memory module from its connector, carefully spread apart the inner tabs of the memory module connector just far enough for the memory module to disengage from the connector (it should pop up slightly). 5. Lift the memory module out of its connector. Replacing Memory Modules 1.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 The palm rest assembly consists of the palm rest, status lights, and touch pad assembly. 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. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer" before performing the following procedure.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 5. Remove the six M2.6 x 1.6-mm screws located in the battery bay. NOTICE: Make sure that the work surface is clean to prevent scratching the computer cover. 6. Turn the computer right-side up. 7. Remove the four black M2 x 4-mm screws across the top of the computer. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/2100/remove.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 8. Remove the three silver M2 x 6-mm screws in the keyboard-assembly area that secure the middle of the palm rest assembly to the bottom case. 9. Disconnect the status lights flex cable from the ZIF connector on the system board. 10. Disconnect the touch pad flex cable from the ZIF connector on the system board. 11. Carefully remove the palm rest assembly from the bottom case assembly. Replacing the Palm Rest Assembly 1.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 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. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer" before performing the following procedure. 1. Remove the keyboard bezel. 2. Remove the display assembly. 3. Remove the keyboard assembly. 4.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 Bottom Case Assembly The bottom case assembly consists of the following field-replaceable components: ● Reserve battery ● RTC battery ● Main battery ● Modem ● Fan ● Speaker ● System board assembly ● Main battery release latch file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/2100/remove.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 NOTICE: The reserve battery provides power to the computer's nonvolatile randomaccess memory (NVRAM) when the computer is turned off. Removing the battery causes the computer to lose the parameters set by the user in NVRAM. If possible, make a copy of this information before you remove the reserve battery. Reserve Battery NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 5. Remove the remnants of the foam pad from the system board. RTC Battery NOTICE: Removing the RTC battery causes the computer to lose its date and time settings, which are used to identify when files are created or modified. You must enter the date and time settings after you replace the RTC battery. NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 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. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer" before performing the following procedure. Removing the Modem 1. Remove the keyboard bezel. 2. Remove the display assembly. 3. Remove the keyboard assembly.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 6. Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to remove the two media bay connector screws at both ends of the media bay connector located on the back of the bottom case assembly. 7. Remove the M2 x 9.5-mm screw that secures the modem retainer bracket and modem to the system board. The screw is located by the video connector. 8. Remove the modem retainer bracket from the system board. 9. Pull the modem straight up to disconnect it from the system board. 10.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 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. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer" before performing the following procedure. Removing the Fan 1. Remove the keyboard bezel. 2. Remove the display assembly. 3. Remove the keyboard assembly. 4.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 7. Remove the fan from the bottom case assembly. Replacing the Fan 1. Place the fan in the bottom case. Make sure that the arrow that is stamped on top of the fan is pointing towards the thermal cooling solution. 2. Reinstall the M2 x 8-mm screws with rubber washers to secure the fan to the bottom case assembly. 3. Reconnect the fan wire to the connector on the system board assembly. 4. Reinstall the palm rest assembly. 5. Reinstall the keyboard assembly.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 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. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer" before performing the following procedure. Removing the Speaker 1. Remove the keyboard bezel. 2. Remove the display assembly. 3. Remove the keyboard assembly.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 NOTICE: To ensure maximum cooling for the microprocessor, do not touch the glue side of the thermal conductive tape. The oils in your skin reduce the heat transfer capability on the glue side of the tape. 5. Peel up the EMI adhesive sponge that connects the audio EMI shield to the thermal cooling solution. You only need to peel up the part of the sponge that lays on the thermal cooling solution.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 3. The wire end of the speaker should face towards the center of the bottom case assembly. 4. Reinstall the two M2 x 5-mm screws to secure the speaker to the bottom case assembly. 5. Carefully connect the speaker wire to the connector in the system board assembly. The male connector on the speaker wire is keyed to fit into the female connector one way only. 6. Reinstall the audio EMI shield: a.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 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. file:///F|/Service%20Manuals/Dell/Inspiron/2100/remove.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer" before performing the following procedure. NOTICE: The processor is not replaceable. Do not attempt to remove the thermal cooling solution. Removing the System Board Assembly 1. Remove the keyboard bezel. 2. Remove the display assembly. 3. Remove the keyboard assembly. 4. Remove the palm rest assembly. 5.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 11. Remove the six M2 x 3.5-mm screws that secure the system board to the bottom case assembly. White arrows on the system board assembly point to the M2 x 3.5-mm screws. 12. Remove the M2 x 9.5-mm screw that secures the modem retainer bracket. 13. Remove the modem retainer bracket from the bottom case assembly. 14. Disconnect the speaker wire from the connector on the system board assembly. 15.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 6. Replace the modem retainer bracket around the I/O ports and on top of the modem. 7. Reinstall the M2 x 9.5-mm screw on the right side of the modem to secure the modem retainer bracket to the system board assembly. The hole for the M2 x 9.5-mm screw is located by the video connector. 8. Reinstall the six M2 x 3.5-mm screws that secure the system board assembly to the bottom case assembly. White arrows on the system board assembly point to the screw holes.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 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. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer" before performing the following procedure. 1. Remove the keyboard bezel. 2. Remove the display assembly. 3. Remove the keyboard assembly. 4.
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 2100 the release button assembly. 7. To remove the battery release latch, unhook the small tension spring located on the metal post next to the hard drive. APR Docking Doors 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 2100 7. Grasp the front door as it bows up while still pressing the door edge with the screwdriver. 8. Carefully slip the right-edge hinge of the front door off its right hinge pin. 9. Grasping both doors together, carefully slip the left side of each door off their left hinge pins. Replacing the APR Docking Doors NOTICE: On the under side of the doors, a small F is printed on the front door and a small B is printed on the back door.
