Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Before You Begin Hard Drive Memory Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Processor Communication Cards Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Battery Latch Assembly Keyboard Button Board Display Assembly LCD Camera Palm Rest Biometric Module Optical Drive Speaker Hard Drive Cage ExpressCard Reader System Board S-Video Board Wireless Sniffer Board Charger Board Coin-Cell Battery Flashing the BIOS Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors
Back to Contents Page Battery Latch Assembly Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Removing the Battery Latch Assembly Replacing the Battery Latch Assembly 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.
4. Replace the system board (see Replacing the System Board). 5. Replace in reverse order the other components that you removed in Removing the Battery Latch Assembly.
Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer This section provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following conditions exist: l You have performed the steps in Turning Off Your Computer and Before Working Inside Your Computer. l You have read the safety information in the Dell™ Product Information Guide.
4. Disconnect all telephone or network cables from the computer. 5. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets. NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, you must remove the battery from the battery bay before you service the computer. NOTICE: To avoid damage to the computer, use only the battery designed for this particular Dell computer. Do not use batteries designed for other Dell computers. 6. Turn the computer over. 7.
Back to Contents Page Biometric Module Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Removing the Biometric Module Replacing the Biometric Module CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, 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. Removing the Biometric Module 1.
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Back to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Flashing the BIOS From a CD Flashing the BIOS From the Hard Drive If a BIOS-update program CD is provided with the new system board, flash the BIOS from the CD. If you do not have a BIOS-update program CD, flash the BIOS from the hard drive. Flashing the BIOS From a CD 1. Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the main battery is installed properly.
Back to Contents Page Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Removing the Card Replacing the Card CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, 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 a connector on the back of the computer).
Back to Contents Page Button Board Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Removing the Button Board Replacing the Button Board CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, 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 a connector on the back of the computer).
5. Replace the Hinge Covers and the Center Control Cover (see Replacing the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover).
Back to Contents Page LCD Camera Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Removing the LCD Camera Replacing the LCD Camera CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, 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 a connector on the back of the computer). Removing the LCD Camera 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2.
Back to Contents Page Charger Board Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Removing the Charger Board Replacing the Charger Board CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, 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 a connector on the back of the computer).
3 system board (view from below) Replacing the Charger Board 1. Attach the charger board to the system board connector. 2. Replace the two screws that secure the charger board to the system board connector. 3. Replace the system board (see Replacing the System Board). 4. Replace the wireless sniffer board (see Replacing the Wireless Sniffer Board). 5. Replace the ExpressCard reader (see Replacing the ExpressCard Reader). 6. Replace the optical drive (see Replacing the Optical Drive). 7.
Back to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, 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 a connector on the back of the computer).
9. Replace the center control cover (see Replacing the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover).
Back to Contents Page Processor Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Removing the Processor Installing the Processor CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, 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 a connector on the back of the computer).
NOTICE: To prevent intermittent contact between the ZIF-socket cam screw and the processor when removing or replacing the processor, press to apply slight pressure to the center of the processor while turning the cam screw. 2. Tighten the ZIF socket by turning the cam screw clockwise to secure the processor to the system board. 3. Peel the backing off the thermal cooling pad and adhere the pad to the portion of the thermal-cooling assembly that covers the processor. 4.
Back to Contents Page Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Replacing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, 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 a connector on the back of the computer).
1 fan cable connector 4. 2 M2.5 x 5-mm screw Disconnect the thermal fan cable connector from the system board. NOTE: The fan is a part of the thermal-cooling assembly. 5. Tilt the thermal-cooling assembly slightly and lift it out of the computer. Replacing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
Back to Contents Page Display Assembly Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Removing the Display Assembly Replacing the Display Assembly Removing the Display Bezel Replacing the Display Bezel Removing the Display Panel Replacing the Display Panel Removing the Display Panel Cable CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
6. Remove the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws labeled "D" from the computer base. 7. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Keyboard). 8. Remove the two M2.5 x 8-mm screws from each side of the display assembly. 9. Make note of the cable routing and carefully dislodge the Mini-Card antenna cables from their routing guides and pull the cables with their connectors through the system board so that they are clear of the computer base. 10.
Replacing the Display Assembly 1. Replace the camera cable. 2. Reconnect the display cable to the connector on the system board. 3. Make note of the cable routing and carefully slide the Mini-Card antenna cables through the system board and into their routing guides. 4. Replace the two M2.5 x 8-mm screws on each side of the display assembly. 5. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard). 6. Turn the computer over and replace the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws labeled "D" on the computer base. 7.
3. 1 Remove the six screws securing the display panel brackets. display panel 2 screw (6) 4. Remove the display panel. 5. Remove the eight screws (four on each side) that secure the display panel brackets to the display panel. 1 display panel bracket (1 left, 1 right) 2 screw (8 total; 4 on each side) Replacing the Display Panel 1. Attach the display bracket to the display panel by replacing the four screws on each side of the display panel. 2.
4. Turn over the display panel, placing it on a clean surface. NOTICE: To avoid damage to the computer when replacing the bottom flex cable, gently support the bottom of the inverter board with one finger as you reseat the bottom flex-cable connector. Do not bend the inverter board. 1 pull-tab of the bottom flex-cable connector 2 back of display panel 3 flex-cable 4 tape securing the top flex-cable connector 5.
Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive Returning a Hard Drive to Dell CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the drive is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive. CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
Replacing the Hard Drive 1. Remove the new drive from its packaging. Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive. NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to slide the drive into place. If you use excessive force, you may damage the connector. 2. Replace the two screws on either side of the hard drive to connect it to the bezel. 3. Slide the hard drive into the bay. 4. Replace and tighten the four screws on the hard drive cover. 5.
Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Cage Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Cage Replacing the Hard Drive Cage CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, 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. Removing the Hard Drive Cage 1.
6. Replace the hinge covers and center control cover (see Replacing the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover). 7. Replace the hard drive (see Replacing the Hard Drive).
Back to Contents Page Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Removing the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover Replacing the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
1 center control cover 2 hinge cover (2) Replacing the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover 1. Replace the hinge covers. 2. To reconnect the cable that attaches the center control cover to the system board, place the cable inside the cable connector and push its black securing tabs inside with your fingertips. 3. Snap the center control cover in place. 4. Turn the computer over and replace the three M2 x 2-mm screws that secure the center control cover to the computer base.
Back to Contents Page Keyboard Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Removing the Keyboard Replacing the Keyboard For more information about the keyboard, see "Using the Keyboard and Touchpad" in your Owner's Manual. CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
3. Replace the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws along the top of the keyboard. 4. Replace the Hinge Covers and the Center Control Cover (see Replacing the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover).
Back to Contents Page Memory Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Removing the DIMM A Memory Module Replacing the DIMM A Memory Module Removing the DIMM B Memory Module Replacing the DIMM B Memory Module CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board.
4. Remove the module from the connector. 1 upper memory module connector 3 memory module (DIMM A) 2 securing clip (2) Replacing the DIMM A Memory Module NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer). 1. Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the connector slot. 2.
2. Turn the computer over and loosen the four captive screws along with the M2.5 x 5-mm screw. Remove the module cover. 1 M2.5 x 5-mm screw 3 captive screw (4) 1 DIMM A memory module 2 2 module cover DIMM B memory module NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memory module securing clips.
NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot. No error message indicates this failure. 1 tab 2 notch NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to close, remove the module and reinstall it. Forcing the cover to close may damage your computer. 3. Replace the module cover. 4. Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet. 5. Turn on the computer.
Back to Contents Page Communication Cards Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Subscriber Identity Module Wireless Mini Cards Flash Cache Module or Ultra Wide Band Subscriber Identity Module Subscriber Identity Modules (SIM) identify users uniquely through an International Mobile Subscriber Identity. CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTE: Only Cingular and Vodafone need a SIM.
4. Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN card. NOTE: The gray antenna cable may not be available in all computers. The presence of the gray antenna cable in your Mini Card compartment depends upon the type of display. 1 WLAN card 2 M2 x 3-mm securing screw 3 antenna cable connectors (2) 5. Release the WLAN card by removing the securing screw. 6. Lift the WLAN card out of its system board connector. Replacing a WLAN Card NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion.
1. Insert the WLAN card connector at a 45-degree angle into the system board connector labeled "WLAN." 2. Press the other end of the WLAN card down into the slot on the system board until the card clicks into place. 3. Replace the M2 x 3-mm securing screw. 4.
card screw (2) 5. Release the WWAN card by removing the securing screw. 6. Lift the WWAN card out of its system board connector. Replacing a WWAN Card NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors on the card and on the system board, and realign the card. NOTICE: To avoid damage to the WWAN card, never place cables under the card. 1. Insert the WWAN card connector at a 45-degree angle into the system board connector labeled "WWAN." 2.
4. Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of the computer. NOTE: If you leave the area, ground yourself again when you return to the computer. 5. Remove the M2 x 3-mm securing screw. NOTE: In case of an UWB card, disconnect the blue antenna cable from the UWB card. 6. 1 Remove the FCM or UWB card. FCM card 2 M2 x 3-mm securing screw Replacing the FCM or UWB NOTICE: Install the FCM or UWB in the WWAN or WPAN slot. Do not install an FCM or UWB in the WLAN card slot.
Back to Contents Page Optical Drive Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Removing the Optical Drive Replacing the Optical Drive CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, 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. Removing the Optical Drive 1.
6. Replace the hinge covers and center control cover (see Replacing the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover).
Back to Contents Page Palm Rest Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Removing the Palm Rest Replacing the Palm Rest CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, 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. Removing the Palm Rest 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2.
1 screw 2 bluetooth cable connector 3 touch pad cable connector 4 palm rest 5 biometric cable connector NOTICE: Pull on the plastic tab on top of the connectors to avoid damaging the connectors. 10. Disconnect the bluetooth cable connector, touch pad cable connector and the biometric cable connector from the system board. 11.
Back to Contents Page ExpressCard Reader Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Removing the ExpressCard Reader Replacing the ExpressCard Reader CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, 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 a connector on the back panel of the computer. Removing the ExpressCard Reader 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2.
Back to Contents Page Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual USB Connector Video Connector S-Video TV-Out Connector HDMI Connector IEEE 1394a Connector USB Connector Pin Signal 1 USB5V+ 2 USBP– 3 USBP+ 4 GND Video Connector NOTE: The color of the video connector may vary in color between blue and black.
S-Video Pin Signal 1 GND 2 GND 3 DLUMA-L 4 DCRMA-L Composite Video Pin Signal 5 GND 6 DCMPS-L 7 NC HDMI Connector Pin Signal Pin Signal 1 TMDS Data 2+ 11 2 TMDS Data 2 Shield 12 TMDS Clock- 3 TMDS Data 2- 13 CEC 4 TMDS Data 1+ 14 No Connect 5 TMDS Data 1 Shield 15 DDC Clock 6 TMDS Data 1- 16 DDC Data 7 TMDS Data 0+ 17 Ground 8 TMDS Data 0 Shield 18 +5V Power 9 TMDS Data 0- 19 Hot Plug Detect 10 TMDS Clock+ 20 SHELL TMDS Clock Shield IEEE 1394a Connec
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Back to Contents Page S-Video Board Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Removing the S-Video Board Replacing the S-Video Board CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, 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 a connector on the back of the computer).
9. Replace the hinge covers and center control cover (see Replacing the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover).
Back to Contents Page Wireless Sniffer Board Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Removing the Wireless Sniffer Board Replacing the Wireless Sniffer Board CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, 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.
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Back to Contents Page Speaker Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Removing the Speaker Replacing the Speaker CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, 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. Removing the Speaker 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2.
2. Connect the speaker cable connector to the system board. 3. Replace the two speaker screws (one on each speaker) that secure the speakers to the computer base. 4. Connect the button board cable connector to the system board. 5. Replace the palm rest (see Replacing the Palm Rest). 6. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Display Assembly). 7. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard). 8.
Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ XPS™ M1530 Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing the System Board CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, 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.
Replacing the System Board 1. Follow all of the steps in Removing the System Board in reverse order. NOTICE: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer. 2. Turn on the computer. NOTE: After you have replaced the system board, enter the computer Service Tag into the BIOS of the replacement system board. 3.
