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Dell™ Inspiron™ 8500/8600 Service Manual
Before You Begin
System Components
Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, Modem, and Modules
Color Insert Cover
Hard Drive
Bluetooth™ 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 th
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Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Inspiron™ 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
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Recommended Tools The procedures in this manual require the following tools: l #1 Phillips screwdriver l ¼-inch flat-blade screwdriver l Small plastic scribe l Flash BIOS update program floppy disk or CD Computer Orientation 1 back 2 right 3 front 4 left Screw Identification When you are removing and replacing components, photocopy "Screw Identification" as a tool to lay out and keep track of the screws. The placemat provides the number of screws
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(1 each) (1 each) (1 each) Keyboard: Display Assembly: Fan: (2 each) (2 each) (2 each) Display Bezel: (shoulder screw covers, 2 Display Panel: Display Latch: each) (display bumpers, 6 each) (9 each) (2 each) (2 each) (6 each) Video Card Palm Rest: Speakers:
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(4 each) (2 each) (1 each) (13 each) System Board: (3 each) (2 each) (1 each)
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Back to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Inspiron™ 8500/8600 Service Manual 1. Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the main battery is installed properly. 2. Insert the flash BIOS update program floppy disk or CD and turn on the computer. Follow the instructions that appear 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 syste
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Back to Contents Page Bluetooth™ Card Dell™ Inspiron™ 8500/8600 Service Manual 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 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 dri
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Back to Contents Page Color Insert Cover Dell™ Inspiron™ 8500/8600 Service Manual Removing the Color Insert Cover 1. Press down 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. 2. Press along the front until the cover snaps int
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Back to Contents Page Microprocessor Module Dell™ Inspiron™ 8500/8600 Service Manual Removing the Microprocessor Module 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 periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer. NOTICE: Do not touch the processor die. Press and hold the mi
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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. NOTICE: A microprocessor module that is not properly seated can result in an intermittent connection or permanent damage to the microprocessor and ZIF socket. 1. Align the pin-1 corner of the microprocessor module
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Back to Contents Page Display Assembly Dell™ Inspiron™ 8500/8600 Service Manual Display Assembly Display Bezel Display Panel Display Assembly 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 periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer. NOTICE: You must remove the dis
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1 display 2 display cable connector 3 computer base 4 pull-tab 5 connector 6 EMI clip 1 M2.5 x 4.5-mm shoulder screws 5 display bezel (2) 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)
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Display Bezel 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 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 central control cover. 3. Remove the display assembly. 4. Use a plastic scribe to
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9. Use the pull-tab to disconnect the bottom flex-cable connector from the inverter connector. 1 top flex-cable connector 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
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Back to Contents Page Docking Doors Dell™ Inspiron™ 8500/8600 Service Manual Removing the Docking Doors CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual. 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. Gently
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1 docking doors with spring 2 longer post Back to Contents Page
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Back to Contents Page Fan Dell™ Inspiron™ 8500/8600 Service Manual 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 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
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Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ 8500/8600 Service Manual 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 working inside your computer, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual. NOTICE: To prevent data loss, shut down your computer before removing the hard drive. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is on, in standby mode, or in hibernate mod
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Back to Contents Page Keyboard Dell™ Inspiron™ 8500/8600 Service Manual 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 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
