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Dell Inspiron 2600 Service Manual

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Dell™ Inspiron™ 2600 and 2650 
A Tour of Your Computer
Solving Problems
Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities
Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® Operating Systems
System Setup Program
Power Management
Using the Dell Diagnostics
Specifications
Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors
Removing and Replacing Parts
Documentation
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.
CAUTION:
A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.

Abbreviations and Acronyms

For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Tell Me How help file. See
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© 2002–2003 Dell Computer Corporation. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Computer Corporation is strictly forbidden.
Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, Dell Precision, Dimension, OptiPlex, and Latitude are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation; Intel, Celeron, Pentium, and
Intel SpeedStep are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation; Microsoft, MS-DOS, and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Dell Computer Corporation
disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.
March 2003 Rev. A02
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  • Page 1: Abbreviations And Acronyms

    Intel SpeedStep are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation; Microsoft, MS-DOS, and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Dell Computer Corporation disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.

  • Page 2: Base Plastics

    Back to Contents Page Base Plastics Dell™ Inspiron™ 2600 and 2650    Removing the Base Plastics   Replacing the Thermal Pad (Inspiron 2650 Only) Removing the Base Plastics 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.
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  • Page 4: Removing The Battery Latch Assembly

    Back to Contents Page Battery Latch Assembly Dell™ Inspiron™ 2600 and 2650    Removing the Battery Latch Assembly   Replacing the Battery Latch Assembly Removing the Battery Latch Assembly NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed battery. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
  • Page 5 2.  Insert the latch plate in the bottom case. 3.  Install the new latch button from behind the bottom case, ensuring that the latch button and latch plate screw holes are properly aligned. To prevent the latch assembly from coming loose, apply pressure to the latch plate and spring while replacing the latch button. 4.

  • Page 6: 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 safety instructions in the Owner's Manual that came with the computer.

  • Page 7: Recommended Tools

    Recommended Tools The procedures in this document require the following tools: #1 magnetized Phillips screwdriver ¼-inch flat-blade screwdriver Nut driver Small plastic scribe Microprocessor extractor Flash BIOS update program floppy disk or CD Computer Orientation     back right front left Screw Identification When you are removing and replacing components, photocopy...
  • Page 8 Modem to System Board: Optical Drive: (2 each) (1 each)     Floppy Drive: Keyboard Assembly to Center Control Cover Hinges: (2 each) (2 each)     Keyboard to Display Assembly Bottom Case: to Back Panel: (4 each) (2 each)  ...
  • Page 9 Video Card Palm Rest to to Bottom Case: Bottom Case: (1 each) (12 each)     Floppy Drive Cage to Hard Drive Cage to Bottom Case: Bottom Case: (2 each) (2 each)     System Board to Battery Latch Assembly Bottom Case: to Bottom Case: (6 each)

  • Page 10: Removing The Microprocessor Module

    Back to Contents Page Microprocessor Module Dell™ Inspiron™ 2600 and 2650    Removing the Microprocessor Module   Replacing the Microprocessor Module   Flashing the BIOS Removing the Microprocessor Module NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed battery. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.

  • Page 11: Replacing The Microprocessor Module

    5.  Use a microprocessor extraction tool to remove the microprocessor module. Replacing 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.

  • Page 12: Using The Dell Diagnostics

    As long as the microprocessor and the display, keyboard, and optical drive are working, you can use the Dell Diagnostics. Running the Dell Diagnostics may help you to resolve the problem yourself quickly without having to contact Dell for assistance.

  • Page 13: Advanced Testing

    For a quick check of your computer, select Quick Tests from the Test All Devices or Test One Device option. Quick Tests runs only the subtests that do not require user interaction and that do not take a long time to run. Dell recommends that you choose Quick Tests first to increase the odds of tracing the source of the problem quickly.

  • Page 14: Confirming The System Configuration Information

    Keys Explains the functions of the all of the keystrokes that can be used in the Dell Diagnostics. Device Describes the test group that is presently highlighted in the Device Groups area on the main menu screen. It also provides reasoning for using Group some tests.

  • Page 15: Display Assembly And Display Latch

    Back to Contents Page Display Assembly and Display Latch Dell™ Inspiron™ 2600 and 2650    Display Assembly   Display Latch Display Assembly NOTICE: You must remove the display assembly before you remove the palm rest. NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed battery.
  • Page 16   1 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (4) 2 hinge blocks (2) 3 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (2) 4 display-feed flex cable 5 pull tab 6.  Pull up on the pull tab that is attached to the display-feed flex cable connector to remove the connector from the system board. 7.

  • Page 17: Removing The Display Bezel

    4.  Remove the five M2.5 x 5-mm screws located on the front of the bezel. NOTICE: Carefully separate the bezel from the top cover to avoid damage to the bezel. 5.  Starting at the bottom of the display panel (by the Dell™ logo), use your fingers to separate the bezel from the top cover by lifting the inside of the  bezel while pushing in on the outside. Removing the 14-Inch Display Panel NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed battery.
  • Page 18 2.  Remove the display assembly. 3.  Remove the display bezel. 4.  Remove the two M2 x 3-mm screws on the left side of the display panel. 5.  Remove the two M2 x 3-mm screws on the right side of the display panel. 6.
  • Page 19 2 display panel connector 3 pull tab 4 pull tab 5 inverter connector on system board 6 bottom flex-cable connector 10.  Remove the tape that secures the display panel connector and the tape that secures the middle of the display-feed flex cable to the display panel. 11.
  • Page 20 Removing the 15-Inch Display Panel NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed battery. 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 the...

  • Page 21: Removing The Display Latch

    Replacing the 15-Inch Display Panel 1.  Reconnect the top flex-cable connector to the display panel connector. 2.  Reconnect the bottom flex-cable connector to the inverter connector on the system board. 3.  Replace the tape that secures the display panel connector and the tape that secures the middle of the display-feed flex cable to the display panel. 4.
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  • Page 23: Reinstalling Drivers And Utilities

      Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities   Using Microsoft® Windows System Restore Overview Dell provides software utilities and drivers that help you control certain features of your computer. The utilities and drivers for Dell-installed devices are installed and operative when you receive the computer. If you ever need to reinstall any of these drivers, you can use the Dell™ Drivers and Utilities CD that came with your computer.

  • Page 24: Resolving Software And Hardware Incompatibilities

    Installing the Modem or Network Adapter Driver If you ordered the internal modem, install the modem driver. If you ordered the network adapter, install the network adapter driver. Windows XP 1.  Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. 2.

  • Page 25: Using Microsoft® Windows System Restore

    7.  Double-click the malfunctioning device type in the Device Manager list. 8.  Double-click the icon for the specific device in the expanded list. The Properties window appears. If an IRQ conflict exists, the Device status area in the Properties window reports what other devices are sharing the device's IRQ. 9.

  • Page 26: Restoring The Computer To An Earlier Operating State

    Click the Start button, click Help and Support, click System Restore, and then follow the instructions on the System Restore Wizard window. You can also create and name a restore point if you are logged on as the computer administrator or a user with administrator rights. Manually Creating the Restore Points 1.
  • Page 27 Back to Contents Page Back-Panel Fan (Inspiron 2650 Only) Dell™ Inspiron™ 2600 and 2650    Removing the Back-Panel Fan   Replacing the Back-Panel Fan Removing the Back-Panel Fan NOTICE: To prevent data loss, turn off the computer before removing the back-panel fan. Do not remove the fan while the computer is on or in a power management mode.
  • Page 28   fan cable connector Replacing the Back-Panel Fan 1.  Slide the fan into the bottom case. 2.  Tuck the fan cable under the bottom case, and connect the cable to the system board.     fan cable 3.  Replace the fan cover, and reinstall the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws that secure the cover to the bottom case. Back to Contents Page  ...

  • Page 29: Removing The Hard Drive

    Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ 2600 and 2650    Removing the Hard Drive   Replacing the Hard Drive Removing the Hard Drive 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.
  • Page 30 4.  Use the Operating System CD to install the operating system for your computer. 5.  Use the Drivers and Utilities CD to install the drivers and utilities for your computer. Back to Contents Page      ...

  • Page 31: Removing The Keyboard

    Back to Contents Page Keyboard Dell™ Inspiron™ 2600 and 2650    Removing the Keyboard   Replacing the Keyboard Removing the Keyboard NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed battery. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
  • Page 32 1 scalloped edge of center control cover 2 center control cover 3 display assembly HINT: The M2.5 x 4-mm screws are silver. 2.  Remove the four M2.5 x 4-mm screws at the top of the keyboard.     1 M2.5 x 4-mm screws (4) 2 scalloped edge of blank 3 keyboard 4 palm rest...

  • Page 33: Replacing The Keyboard

    1 keyboard securing tabs (4) 2 keyboard flex cable 3 keyboard connector 4 interface connector on system board 7.  Remove the keyboard from the bottom case. Replacing the Keyboard NOTICE: The keycaps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time- consuming to replace. Be careful when handling and replacing the keyboard.

  • Page 34: Emi Shield

    Back to Contents Page EMI Shield, Video Card, and Palm Rest Dell™ Inspiron™ 2600 and 2650    EMI Shield   Video Card   Palm Rest EMI Shield NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed battery. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
  • Page 35   M2.5 x 5-mm screw (1) video card Replacing the Inspiron 2600 Video Card 1.  Align the top-right corner of the video card with the guide on the system board, and slide the top edge of the video card under the palm rest.  ...
  • Page 36   bottom of video card video card connector system board interface connector 3.  Reinstall the M2.5 x 5-mm screw that secures the video card to the bottom case. 4.  Replace the shield. 5.  Replace the keyboard. Removing the Inspiron 2650 Video Card NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed battery.
  • Page 37   video card M2.5 x 8-mm screw (1) pull tab Replacing the Inspiron 2650 Video Card 1.  Align the top-right corner of the video card with the guide on the system board, and slide the top edge of the video card under the palm rest.  ...

  • Page 38: Palm Rest

    bottom of video card video card connector system board interface connector power-board flex cable memory module 3.  Reinstall the M2.5 x 8-mm screw that secures the video card to the bottom case. 4.  Replace the shield. 5.  Replace the keyboard. Palm Rest NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed battery.
  • Page 39   1 M2.5 x 8-mm screws (12) 7.  Turn the computer over, and disconnect the touch pad connector and power board connector from the system board.     1 back center of the palm rest 2 touch pad connector 3 power board connector NOTICE: Carefully separate the palm rest from the base plastics to avoid damage to the palm rest.

  • Page 40: Pin Assignments For I/O Connectors

    Back to Contents Page Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors Dell™ Inspiron™ 2600 and 2650    USB Connector   PS/2 Connector   Video Connector   Parallel Connector USB Connector     Pin Signal USB5V+ USBP– USBP+ PS/2 Connector     Pin Signal KBDATA PS2DATA KBCLK PS2CLK Video Connector  ...

  • Page 41: Parallel Connector

      Pin Signal Pin Signal CRT_R 9 CRT_G 10 CRT_B 11 MONITOR_DETECT– DDC_DATA CRT_HS CRT_VS DDC_CLK     Parallel Connector     Pin Signal Signal STROBE– 10 ACK– BUSY SLCT AFD/3M– ERROR– INIT– SLIN– 18-25 GND Back to Contents Page  ...

  • Page 42: Power Management Modes

    Back to Contents Page Power Management Dell™ Inspiron™ 2600 and 2650    Management Tips   Power Management Modes   Power Options Properties   Battery Performance Management Tips Connect the computer to an electrical outlet when possible because the battery life expectancy is largely determined by the number of times it is charged.

  • Page 43: Power Schemes Tab

    The Low battery alarm and Critical battery alarm settings alert you with a message when the battery charge falls below a certain percentage. When you receive your computer, the Low battery alarm and Critical battery alarm check boxes are selected. Dell recommends that you continue to use these settings.

  • Page 44: Battery Performance

    Maximum Performance — The processor runs at its highest possible speed even if the computer is running on battery power. Battery Optimized Performance — Processor speed is optimized for battery power even if the computer is connected to an electrical outlet. To change additional Intel SpeedStep options: 1.

  • Page 45: Removing And Replacing Parts

    Removing and Replacing Parts Dell™ Inspiron™ 2600 and 2650   Before You Remove or Replace Parts   EMI Shield, Video Card, and Palm Rest   System Components   Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly   Hard Drive   Microprocessor Module   Back-Panel Fan (Inspiron 2650 Only)   Speakers   Memory Module, Modem, Optical Drive, and Floppy Drive   System Board...

  • Page 46: System Setup Program

    The system setup program contains the standard settings for your computer. NOTICE: Unless you are an expert computer user or are directed to do so by Dell technical support, do not change the settings for this program. Certain changes might make your computer work incorrectly.

  • Page 47: Solving Problems

    If the battery status light rapidly flashes orange, the battery may be defective. for technical assistance (see "Contacting Dell" in the Dell Owner's Manual that came with your computer).

  • Page 48: Error Messages

    Insert a disk into the drive and try again. Video and Display Problems If the display is blank HINT: If you are using a program that requires a higher resolution than your computer supports, Dell recommends that you attach an external monitor to your computer.   Check the  light —...

  • Page 49: Sound And Speaker Problems

    2.  Turn on the computer and the monitor and adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls. If the external monitor works, the computer display or video controller may be defective. Contact Dell for technical assistance (see "Contacting Dell" in the Dell Owner's Manual that came with your computer).

  • Page 50: Printer Problems

    instructions. Eliminate possible interference — Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps to check for interference. Reinstall the sound (audio) driver — "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities." Printer Problems   Check the printer cable connections — Ensure that the printer cable is properly connected to the 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 —...

  • Page 51: Pc Card Problems

    Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware (Unplug or Eject Hardware in Windows 2000) icon in the Windows taskbar. Ensure that the card is listed. If you have problems with a Dell-provided PC Card — Contact Dell for technical assistance (see "Contacting Dell" in the Dell Owner's Manual that came with your computer). If you have problems with a PC Card not provided by Dell —...

  • Page 52: External Keyboard Problems

    5.  Type some characters on the integrated keyboard and verify that they appear on the display. If the characters appear now but did not with the external keyboard, you may have a defective external keyboard. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" in the Dell Owner's Manual that came with your computer).

  • Page 53: Network Problems

    2.  Right-click the drive letter (local disk) that you want to scan for errors, and then click Properties. 3.  Click the Tools tab. 4.  Under Error-checking, click Check Now. 5.  Click Start. 6. Run the IDE Drive tests. See  Using the Dell Diagnostics." Network Problems   Check the network cable connector —...

  • Page 54: General Program Problems

    CAUTION: Perform this procedure only after you are certain that it is safe to do so. If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, Dell recommends that you turn off AC power at the circuit breaker before attempting to remove the power cables from the electrical outlet. Use the utmost caution when removing wet cables from a live power source.

  • Page 55: If You Drop Or Damage Your Computer

    15.  Turn on the computer and verify that it is working properly. If the computer does not start, or if you cannot identify the damaged components, contact Dell for technical assistance (see "Contacting Dell" in the Dell Owner's Manual that came with your computer).

  • Page 56: Removing The Speakers

    Back to Contents Page Speakers Dell™ Inspiron™ 2600 and 2650    Removing the Speakers   Replacing the Speakers Removing the Speakers NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed battery. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.

  • Page 57: Replacing The Speakers

        left speaker right speaker Replacing the Speakers 1.  Slide the speakers down into the bottom case. NOTICE: Ensure that the speaker cables are under or between their routing clips, and route the left and right speaker cables properly beneath the die casting.

  • Page 58: Specifications

    Back to Contents Page Specifications Dell™ Inspiron™ 2600 and 2650   Microprocessor   Display   System Information   Touch Pad   PC Card   Battery   Memory   AC Adapter   Ports and Connectors   Physical   Communications   Environmental   Video     Microprocessor  Microprocessor type: Inspiron™ 2650 Mobile Intel® Pentium® 4 processor Inspiron 2600 Mobile Intel Pentium III processor-M or Mobile Intel Celeron® processor...
  • Page 59 Parallel 25-hole connector; unidirectional, bidirectional, or Video 15-hole connector Audio microphone connector, stereo headphone/speakers connector PS/2 keyboard/mouse 6-pin mini-DIN connector USB (2) 4-pin USB-compliant connector Modem RJ-11 connector Ethernet LAN RJ-45 connector (optional)   Communications Modem: Type v.92 56K MDC Controller softmodem Interface...
  • Page 60 Viewing angles: Horizontal ±40° Vertical +10°/–30° Pixel pitch 0.28 x 0.28 mm Power consumption: Panel with backlight (typical) 6.5 W   Touch Pad  X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) 240 cpi Size: Width 64.88 mm (2.55-inch) sensor-active area Height 48.88-mm (1.92-inch) rectangle   Battery  Type 8-cell (59 WHr) "smart" lithium ion Dimensions: Depth 88.5 mm (3.48 inches)
  • Page 61 Temperature range: Operating 0º to 35ºC (32º to 95ºF) Storage –40º to 65ºC (–40º to 149ºF) Relative humidity (maximum): Operating 10% to 90% (noncondensing) Storage 5% to 95% (noncondensing) Maximum vibration: Operating 0.9 GRMS Storage 1.3 GRMS Maximum shock (measured with the hard drive in head-parked position and 2-ms half-sine pulse): Operating 122 G Storage...

  • Page 62: Removing The System Board

    Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Inspiron™ 2600 and 2650    Removing the System Board   Replacing the System Board Removing the System Board NOTICE: For Inspiron 2650 computers only, prior to replacing the system board, ensure that a thermal pad is present on the Memory Controller Hub (MCH) heat sink, located on the base plastics.
  • Page 63 3 hard drive cage 4 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (2) 14.  Remove the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws that secure the floppy drive cage to the system board, and lift the floppy drive cage out of the bottom case. 15.  Remove the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws that secure the hard drive cage to the system board, and lift the hard drive cage out of the bottom case.  ...

  • Page 64: Replacing The System Board

      1 video-connector hex nuts 2 parallel-connector hex nuts 3 headphone/microphone flex-panel 19.  Remove the two hex nuts that secure the video connector to the bottom case. 20.  Remove the two hex nuts that secure the parallel connector to the bottom case. 21.
  • Page 65   1 modem-cable grounding terminal 2 M2.5 x 4-mm screws (6) g.  Reinstall the hard drive cage, and reinstall the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws that secure the hard drive cage to the system board. h.  Reinstall the floppy drive cage, and reinstall the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws that secure the floppy drive cage to the system board. 2.

  • Page 66: System Components

    System Components Dell™ Inspiron™ 2600 and 2650  NOTICE: 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. NOTICE: Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in this document assumes that a part can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse order.
  • Page 67 Back to Contents Page      ...

  • Page 68: Removing The Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly

    Back to Contents Page Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Dell™ Inspiron™ 2600 and 2650    Removing the Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly   Replacing the Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Removing the Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed battery. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.

  • Page 69: A Tour Of Your Computer

    Display — For more information on using your color display, see "Using the Display" in the Tell Me How help file (see "Accessing Help"). Dell AccessDirect Button — Press this button to launch support and educational resources that Dell has installed on your computer. ...
  • Page 70 Keyboard Status Lights — The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following:  Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled Turns on when the uppercase letter function is enabled Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled   Touch Pad — Use the touch pad and touch pad buttons as you would use a mouse. Touch Pad Buttons —...

  • Page 71: Left Side View

    Hard Drive — Reads and writes data on a hard disk. Speaker — Press the volume control buttons or volume control keyboard shortcuts to adjust the volume of the integrated speakers. Keyboard — The keyboard includes a numeric keypad as well as the Microsoft® Windows® logo key Power Button —...

  • Page 72: Right Side View

    Network Connector (Optional) HINT: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector. Do not plug a telephone line into the network connector.   Connects the computer to a network. The lights next to the connector indicate activity for both wired and wireless network communications.
  • Page 73   1 modem connector 5 air vents (for Inspiron 2650 only) 2 USB connectors (2) 6 parallel connector 3 PS/2 connector 7 AC adapter connector 4 video connector 8 air vents Modem Connector     Connect the telephone line to the modem connector. For information on using the modem, see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer.

  • Page 74: Bottom View

    CAUTION: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. NOTICE: When you disconnect the AC adapter from the computer, grasp the adapter cable connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to avoid damaging the cable.
  • Page 75 Back to Contents Page      ...

  • Page 76: Hints, Notices, And Cautions

    Intel SpeedStep is a trademarks of Intel Corporation; Microsoft, MS-DOS, and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Dell Computer Corporation disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.

  • Page 77: Memory Module

    Back to Contents Page Memory Module, Modem, Optical Drive, and Floppy Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ 2600 and 2650    Memory Module   Modem   Optical Drive   Floppy Drive Memory Module Removing the Memory Module/Modem Cover NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed battery.
  • Page 78   securing clips memory module 3.  Ground yourself and install the new memory module: a.  Align the notch in the module with the slot in the center of the connector. b.  Slide the edge of the module firmly into the connector, and rotate the module down until you hear a click. If you do not hear the click, remove the module and reinstall it.
  • Page 79 2 memory module/modem cover 3 arrows (2) 4 lines (2) 5.  Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet. 6.  Turn on the computer. As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. Modem CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, turn off the computer, disconnect it from the electrical outlet, and disconnect the modem from the...
  • Page 80   1 M2 x 3-mm screws (2) 2 pull tab 3 modem cable connector 4 modem cable 3.  Connect the modem cable to the new modem. NOTICE: The cable connectors are keyed for correct insertion; do not force the connections. 4.

  • Page 81: Installing An Optical Drive

    Optical Drive Removing an Installed Optical Drive 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 the Computer" before performing the following procedure. 1.

  • Page 82: Floppy Drive

    1.  Slide the optical drive into the bay until the optical drive is fully seated. 2.  Replace and tighten the M2.5 x 8-mm screw.     M2.5 x 8-mm screw optical drive NOTICE: Replace the memory module/modem cover so that it is seated properly around the edges and does not bulge near the center of the cover. Tightening the memory module/modem cover screw when the cover is improperly seated can damage your computer.
  • Page 83 1.  If a disk is in the floppy drive, remove the disk. NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed battery. NOTICE: Ensure that you disconnect the flex cable from the ZIF connector before you remove the floppy drive from the computer. See step 3 for further instructions.

  • Page 84: Installing A Floppy Drive

    flex cable Installing a Floppy Drive 1.  Slide the floppy drive partially into the bay.   HINT: If you do not connect the flex cable to the ZIF connector properly, your floppy drive will not function properly. 2.  Reconnect the flex cable to the ZIF connector: a.
  • Page 85 If the computer does not detect the floppy drive, you may have improperly inserted the flex cable. If so, disconnect the flex cable and reconnect it to the ZIF connector. Back to Contents Page      ...

  • Page 86: Reinstalling Windows Xp

    The Operating System CD provides options for reinstalling the Windows XP operating system. The options can potentially overwrite files installed by Dell and possibly affect programs installed on your hard drive. Therefore, Dell does not recommend that you reinstall your operating system unless instructed to do so by a Dell technical support representative.
  • Page 87 b.  Before the computer boots into Windows, press to enter the system setup program. c.  Press to move to the Boot menu. d.  In the system setup program Boot menu, follow the instructions on the screen to change the boot sequence so that the CD or DVD drive boots first.

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