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  • Page 1

    Dell™Latitude™D430ServiceManual Notes, Notices, and Cautions Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2007DellInc.Allrightsreserved. ReproductioninanymannerwhatsoeverwithoutthewrittenpermissionofDellInc.isstrictlyforbidden. Trademarks used in thi[...]

  • Page 2

    Back to Contents Page  Battery Latches Dell™Latitude™D430  1. Follow the instructions in "BeforeYouBegin"onpage7 .  2. Remove any installed PC Cards from the PC Card slot.  3. Remove any installed memory modules or Mini PCI cards (see Memory and Mini - Cards ).  4. Remove the hard drive (see Hard[...]

  • Page 3

    Back to Contents Page  1 screw driver 2 bracket 3 securing tab 4 shorter battery - latch assembly 5 computer base  [...]

  • Page 4

    Back to Contents Page  Before You Begin Dell™Latitude™D430  Recommended Tools  Turning Off Your Computer  Before Working Inside Your Computer This chapter provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following conditions exi[...]

  • Page 5

     3. If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions.  4. Disconnect all telephone or network cables from the computer.  5. Close the display and turn the computer upside down on a flat work surface.  6. Disconnect your computer and all attach[...]

  • Page 6

    Back to Contents Page  Internal Card With Bluetooth ® Wireless Technology Dell™Latitude™D430 If you ordered an internal card with Bluetooth wireless technology with your computer, it is already installed.  1. Follow the procedures in "BeforeYouBegin"onpage7 .  2. Remove the hinge cover (see Hinge C[...]

  • Page 7

    Back to Contents Page  PC Card/Smart Card Reader Dell™Latitude™D430  1. Follow the instructions in "BeforeYouBegin"onpage7 .  2. Remove any installed PC Cards from the PC Card slot.  3. Remove any installed memory modules or Mini PCI cards (see Memory and Mini - Cards ).  4. Remove the hard drive[...]

  • Page 8

    Back to Contents Page  Coin - Cell Battery Dell™Latitude™D430  1. Follow the procedures in "BeforeYouBegin"onpage7 .  2. Remove the keyboard (see Keyboard ).  3. Disconnect the coin - cell battery cable connector from the system board connector.  4. Remove the coin - cell battery from the system [...]

  • Page 9

    Back to Contents Page  Memory and Mini - Cards Dell™Latitude™D430  Memory  Mini - Cards  Memory You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See "Specifications" in your computer User's Guide for information about the memory supported by your computer. Install [...]

  • Page 10

     5. Ground yourself and install the new memory module: a.  Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the connector slot. b.  Slide the module firmly into the slot at a 45 - degree angle, and rotate the module down until it clicks into place. If you do not feel the click, remove the module and reinstall it.  6. Replace[...]

  • Page 11

    a.  Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN card. b.  Release the card by pushing the metal securing clips toward the back of the computer until the card pops up slightly. c.  Lift the card out of its connector.  2. Install the WLAN card: a.  Move any antenna cables out of the way to make space for the WLAN card. b.  Align the[...]

  • Page 12

     Mobile Broadband (WWAN) Cards If you ordered a Mobile Broadband card with your computer, the card is already installed.  1. If a Mobile Broadband card is not already installed, go to step 5. If you are replacing a Mobile Broadband card, remove the existing card: a.  Disconnect the Mobile Broadband card from any attached cables. b.  Use[...]

  • Page 13

    b.  Align the card with the connector at a 45 - degree angle, and press the card into the connector until you feel a click. c.  Connect the white antenna cable with the black stripe to the connector on the card marked with a white triangle; connect the black antenna cable with the white stripe to the connector on the card marked with a black [...]

  • Page 14

    Back to Contents Page  1 metal tabs (2) on SIM card slot 2 SIM card with cut - off corner NOTE: When you replace the SIM card, ensure that you slide the SIM card under the two metal tabs on the SIM card slot with the cut - off corner of the card facing toward the back of the computer.[...]

  • Page 15

    Back to Contents Page  Display Assembly Dell™Latitude™D430  Removing the Display Assembly  Removing the Display Bezel  Removing the Display Panel  Removing the Display - Panel Brackets  Removing the Display Cable  Removing the Display Latch  1. Follow the instructions in "BeforeYouBe[...]

  • Page 16

     7. Lift the display assembly away from the computer.  Removing the Display Bezel  1. Remove the six screw covers/bumpers and the six M2.5 x 4.2 - mm shoulder screws from the display bezel.  2. Use your fingers to carefully separate the display bezel from the top cover.  Removing the Display Panel  1. Remove the two M2 x 3 - mm sc[...]

  • Page 17

     Removing the Display - Panel Brackets  1. Remove the four M2 x 3 - mm screws (two on each bracket) from the display - panel brackets.  Removing the Display Cable 1 M2 x 3- mm screws (2) 2 display panel 3 top cover 1 display - panel brackets (2) 2 M2 x 3 - mm screws (4) 3 display panel 1 back of display - panel cable assembly 2 pull - tab [...]

  • Page 18

     Removing the Display Latch Back to Contents Page  1 M2 x 3 - mm screws (2) 2 screw holders (2) 3 display latch 4 metal plate 5 display base  [...]

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    Back to Contents Page  Fan Dell™Latitude™D430  1. Follow the instructions in "BeforeYouBegin"onpage7 .  2. Remove any installed PC Cards from the PC Card slot.  3. Remove any installed memory modules or Mini PCI cards (see Memory and Mini - Cards ).  4. Remove the hard drive (see Hard Drive ). ?[...]

  • Page 20

    Back to Contents Page  Flashing the BIOS Dell™Latitude™D430  1. Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the main battery is installed properly.  2. Insert the BIOS update program CD, and turn on the computer. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen. The computer continues to boot and updates the new BIOS. W[...]

  • Page 21

    Back to Contents Page  Hard Drive Dell™Latitude™D430  Removing the Hard Drive  Dismantling the Hard Drive  Replacing the Hard Drive  Removing the Hard Drive  1. Follow the procedures in "BeforeYouBegin"onpage7 .  2. Turn the computer upside down, and loosen the two captive screws o[...]

  • Page 22

     Dismantling the Hard Drive  1. Use your fingers to carefully remove the protective cover from the hard drive.  2. Use a hard drive tool to carefully pry up the ZIF connector that holds the hard drive cable, and remove the cable. 1 pull - tab 2 hard drive cable 3 hard drive 4 system board connector     NOTICE: The replacement h[...]

  • Page 23

     Replacing the Hard Drive  1. Follow the steps in Removing the Hard Drive in reverse order.  2. Install the operating system for your computer (see "Restoring Your Operating System" in your computer User's Guide ).  3. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" [...]

  • Page 24

    Back to Contents Page  Hinge Cover Dell™Latitude™D430  1. Follow the procedures in "BeforeYouBegin"onpage7 .  2. Open the display all the way (180 degrees) so that it rests on your work surface.  3. Starting on the right side of the computer, use a plastic scribe to pry up the hinge cover.  4. Ea[...]

  • Page 25

    Back to Contents Page  Keyboard Dell™Latitude™D430  1. Follow the procedures in "BeforeYouBegin"onpage7 .  2. Remove the hinge cover (see Hinge Cover ).  3. Remove the keyboard: a.  Remove the three M2 x 3 - mm screws across the top of the keyboard. b.  Rotate the keyboard forward to gain acce[...]

  • Page 26

    Back to Contents Page  Modem Dell™Latitude™D430  1. Follow the instructions in "BeforeYouBegin"onpage7 .  2. Remove any installed PC Cards from the PC Card slot.  3. Remove any installed memory modules or Mini PCI cards (see Memory and Mini - Cards ).  4. Remove the hard drive (see Hard Drive ). [...]

  • Page 27

    Back to Contents Page  Palm Rest Dell™Latitude™D430  Removing the Palm Rest  Replacing the Palm Rest  Removing the Palm Rest  1. Follow the instructions in "BeforeYouBegin"onpage7 .  2. Remove any installed PC Cards from the PC Card slot.  3. Remove any installed memory modules or Min[...]

  • Page 28

     11. Disconnect the speaker connector from the system board.  12. Disconnect the Secure Digital/SIM card reader cable from the system board.  13. Disconnect the touch pad cable from the system board.  14. Lift the plastic bar on the LED board connector and disconnect the LED board cable from the system board.  15. Starting at the bac[...]

  • Page 29

     Replacing the Palm Rest  1. Align the palm rest with the computer base and gently snap into place.  2. Connect the LED board connector to the system board.  3. Connect the touch pad connector to the system board.  4. Connect the Secure Digital/SIM card reader cable connector to the system board.  5. Connect the speaker connector [...]

  • Page 30

    Back to Contents Page  Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors Dell™Latitude™D430  USB Connector  Video Connector  USB Connector  Video Connector Back to Contents Page   Pin  Signal 1 USB5V+ 2 USBP – 3 USBP+ 4 GND  Pin  Signal  Pin  Signal 1 CRT_R 9 5V+ 2 CRT_G 10 GND 3 CRT_B 11 MONITOR_DETECT –[...]

  • Page 31

    Back to Contents Page  Power Button Assembly Dell™Latitude™D430  1. Follow the instructions in "BeforeYouBegin"onpage7 .  2. Remove any installed PC Cards from the PC Card slot.  3. Remove any installed memory modules or Mini PCI cards (see Memory and Mini - Cards ).  4. Remove the hard drive (se[...]

  • Page 32

    Back to Contents Page  Suspend - Switch Sensor Board Dell™Latitude™D430  1. Follow the instructions in "BeforeYouBegin"onpage7 .  2. Remove any installed PC Cards from the PC Card slot.  3. Remove any installed memory modules or Mini PCI cards (see Memory and Mini - Cards ).  4. Remove the hard d[...]

  • Page 33

    Back to Contents Page  Wireless Switch Dell™Latitude™D430  1. Follow the instructions in "BeforeYouBegin"onpage7 .  2. Remove any installed PC Cards from the PC Card slot.  3. Remove any installed memory modules or Mini PCI cards (see Memory and Mini - Cards ).  4. Remove the hard drive (see Hard[...]

  • Page 34

    Back to Contents Page  Speaker Dell™Latitude™D430  1. Follow the instructions in "BeforeYouBegin"onpage7 .  2. Remove any installed PC Cards from the PC Card slot.  3. Remove any installed memory modules or Mini PCI cards (see Memory and Mini - Cards ).  4. Remove the hard drive (see Hard Drive )[...]

  • Page 35

    Back to Contents Page  System Board Dell™Latitude™D430  Removing the System Board  Replacing the System Board  Removing the System Board The system board's BIOS chip contains the Service Tag, which is also visible on a barcode label on the bottom of the computer. The replacement kit for the system board includes [...]

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     Replacing the System Board  1. Follow all of the steps in Removing the System Board in reverse order.  2. Turn on the computer.  3. Insert the CD that accompanied the replacement system board into the appropriate drive. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen. Back to Contents Page  NOTICE: Before turning on the computer, [...]

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    Back to Contents Page Dell™Latitude™D430  Notes, Notices, and Cautions Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2007DellInc.Allrightsreserved. ReproductioninanymannerwhatsoeverwithoutthewrittenpermissionofDellInc.isstrictlyforbidden. Trademarks u[...]