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Dell™ Inspiron™ 1546 Service Manual
Before You Begin
Battery
Hard Drive
Optical Drive
Module Cover
Memory Module(s)
Wireless Mini-Card
Processor Heat Sink
Processor Module
Center Control Cover
Keyboard
Internal Module With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
NOTE:
A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
CAUTION:
A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem.
WARNING:
A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Inspiron are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell
under license; Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and Windows Vista start button logo are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
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Regulatory Model P02F Regulatory Type P02F001
November 2009 Rev. A00
Power Button Board
Display
Camera Module (Optional)
Palm Rest
Audio Connector Cover
Speakers
Daughter Board
System Board
Coin-Cell Battery
Thermal Fan
Battery Latch Assembly
Flashing the BIOS
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- Page 1 Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Inspiron are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell under license;...
- Page 2 Replacing the Audio Connector Cover WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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.
- Page 3 2. Place the audio connector cover on the computer base. 3. Replace the palm rest (see Replacing the Palm Rest). 4. Replace the Bluetooth module (see Internal Module With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology). 5. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard).
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Page 4: Removing The Module Cover
Replacing the Module Cover WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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. - Page 5 ...
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Page 6: Before You Begin
Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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. CAUTION: 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 your computer). - Page 7 CAUTION: When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its pull-tab, not on the cable itself. Some cables have connectors with locking tabs; if you are disconnecting this type of cable, press in on the locking tabs before you disconnect the cable. As you pull connectors apart, keep them evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins.
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Page 8: Flashing The Bios
Back to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Inspiron™ 1546 Service Manual 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Go to support.dell.com. 3. Click Drivers & Downloads® Select Model. 4. Locate the BIOS update file for your computer: NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located at the bottom of the computer. -
Page 9: Bluetooth Card
Bluetooth Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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. -
Page 10: Bluetooth Board
1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Connect the Bluetooth card to the connector on the Bluetooth board. 3. Replace the screw that secures the Bluetooth card to the Bluetooth board. 4. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard). -
Page 11: Replacing The Bluetooth Board
Bluetooth board Bluetooth board cable Replacing the Bluetooth Board 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Align the Bluetooth board with the slot on the palm rest and adhere the Bluetooth board on the palm rest. ... -
Page 12: Camera Module (Optional)
Replacing the Camera Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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. - Page 13 5. Replace the display bezel (see Replacing the Display Bezel). 6. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Display Assembly). CAUTION: 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.
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Page 14: Removing The Center Control Cover
Replacing the Center Control Cover WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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. -
Page 15: Replacing The Center Control Cover
center control cover Replacing the Center Control Cover 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Align the tabs on the center control cover with the slots on the palm rest and snap the cover in place. ... -
Page 16: Removing The Coin-Cell Battery
Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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. - Page 17 ...
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Page 18: Removing The Processor Module
Replacing the Processor Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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. -
Page 19: Replacing The Processor Module
CAUTION: When removing the processor module, lift the module straight up. Be careful not to bend the pins on the processor module. 8. Lift the processor module from the ZIF socket. Replacing the Processor Module NOTE: If a new processor is installed, you will receive a new thermal-cooling assembly, which will include an affixed thermal pad, or you will receive a new thermal pad along with documentation to illustrate proper installation. -
Page 20: Removing The Processor Heat Sink
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: If you remove the processor heat sink from the computer when the heat sink is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the processor heat sink. - Page 21 NOTE: The original thermal pad can be reused if the original processor and heat sink are reinstalled together. If either the processor or heat sink is replaced, use the thermal pad provided in the kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved. NOTE: This procedure assumes that you have already removed the processor heat sink and are ready to replace it.
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Page 22: Removing The Daughter Board
Replacing the Daughter Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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. - Page 23 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Align the screw holes on the daughter board with the screw holes on the computer base. 3. Replace the three screws that secure the daughter board to the computer base. ...
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Page 24: Display Assembly
Display Hinges WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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. - Page 25 9. Remove the center control cover (see Removing the Center Control Cover). 10. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Keyboard). 11. Make note of the Mini-Card antenna cable routing and carefully dislodge the antenna cables from the cable routing slot on the computer. Pull the cables away, so that they are clear of the palm rest.
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Page 26: Display Bezel
display assembly screws (4) display cable connector camera cable connector Replacing the Display Assembly 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Place the display assembly in position and replace the four screws that secure the display assembly to the computer base. ... -
Page 27: Display Panel
1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Display Assembly). 3. Remove the six rubber pads that cover the screws securing the display bezel to the display assembly. 4. -
Page 28: Display Panel Cable
display cover display panel screws (2) 6. Remove the six screws (three on each side) that secure the display panel brackets to the display panel. display panel brackets (2) screws (6) 7. Turn the display panel over and remove the display panel cable (see Removing the Display Panel Cable). -
Page 29: Display Hinges
Removing the Display Panel Cable 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Display Assembly). 3. Remove the display bezel (see Removing the Display Bezel). 4. Remove the display panel (see Removing the Display Panel). -
Page 30: Replacing The Display Hinges
screws (2) hinges (2) Replacing the Display Hinges 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Replace the hinges on the display cover. 3. Replace the two screws (one on each hinge) that secure the display hinges to the display cover. ... -
Page 31: Removing The Hard Drive
Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell. NOTE: If you are installing a hard drive from a source other than Dell, you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive (see the Dell Technology Guide). -
Page 32: Replacing The Hard Drive
8. Install the operating system for your computer, as needed. See "Restoring Your Operating System" in the Setup Guide. 9. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed. For more information, see the Dell Technology Guide. Back to Contents Page... -
Page 33: Removing The Keyboard
Replacing the Keyboard WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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. -
Page 34: Replacing The Keyboard
Replacing the Keyboard 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Slide the keyboard cable into the connector on the system board. Press down on the connector latch to secure the keyboard cable to the system board connector. -
Page 35: Removing The Battery Latch Assembly
Replacing the Battery Latch Assembly WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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. - Page 36 2. Slide the battery latch assembly into place. 3. Using a small screwdriver, place the latch spring over the hook on the computer base. 4. Push the plastic clips on the battery release latch into the hole on the battery latch assembly to secure the battery release latch. ...
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Page 37: Removing The Memory Module(S)
You can increase your computer's memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See "Basic Specifications" in your Setup Guide or the Comprehensive Specifications at support.dell.com\manuals for information on the type of memory supported by your computer. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty. - Page 38 As the computer boots, it detects the memory module(s) and automatically updates the system configuration information. To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer: Windows Vista®: Click Start ® Help and Support® Dell System Information. Windows 7: Click the Start ® Control Panel® System and Security® System.
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Page 39: Wireless Mini-Card
NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for Mini-Cards from sources other than Dell. If you ordered a wireless Mini-Card with your computer, the card is already installed. Your computer supports one half Mini-Card slot for Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). -
Page 40: Replacing The Mini-Card
9. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as required. For more information, see the Dell Technology Guide. NOTE: If you are installing a communication card from a source other than Dell, you must install the appropriate drivers and utilities. For more generic driver information, see the Dell Technology Guide. -
Page 41: Removing The Optical Drive
Replacing the Optical Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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. - Page 42 ...
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Page 43: Removing The Palm Rest
Replacing the Palm Rest WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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. -
Page 44: Replacing The Palm Rest
power button board cable connector 2 Mini-Card cable routing touch pad cable connector 4 camera cable connector display cable connector 14. Remove the five screws that secure the palm rest to the system board. screws (5) palm rest ... - Page 45 6. Replace the Bluetooth module (see Internal Module With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology). 7. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard). 8. Replace the center control cover (see Replacing the Center Control Cover). 9. Replace the eleven screws at the bottom of the computer. ...
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Page 46: Removing The Power Button Board
Replacing the Power Button Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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. -
Page 47: Replacing The Power-Button Board
Replacing the Power Button Board 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Align the holes on the power button board with the guide posts on the palm rest and adhere it in place. 3. Slide the power button board cable into the system board connector and press down the connector latch to secure the cable to the connector. ... -
Page 48: Removing The Battery
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 your computer). CAUTION: 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. Removing the Battery ... -
Page 49: Removing The Speakers
Replacing the Speakers WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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. -
Page 50: Replacing The Speakers
speaker cable routing guide speakers (2) screws (4) speaker cable connector Replacing the Speakers 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Place the speakers on the computer base. 3. Replace the four screws (two on each speaker) that secure the speakers to the computer base. ... -
Page 51: Removing The System Board
Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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. -
Page 52: Replacing The System Board
USB module cable connector screws (4) system board thermal fan cable connector speaker cable connector 16. Lift the system board out of the computer base. 17. Turn the system board over. 18. Remove the coin-cell battery (see Removing the Coin-Cell Battery). -
Page 53: Entering The Service Tag In The Bios
17. Replace the hard drive (see Replacing the Hard Drive). 18. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Battery). CAUTION: 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. -
Page 54: Removing The Thermal Fan
Replacing the Thermal Fan WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 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.