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User manual Dell, model Studio XPS 9100

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WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed. 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. 1 alignment bar 2 expansion card retainer 3 screw 9. Remove the memory modules (see Removing the Memory Module(s)) and record which memory module is removed from each DIMM slot so that the memory modules can be installed in the same slot after the system board is replaced. 10. Disconnect all cables connected to the system board (see System Board Components). Note the routing of all cables as you remove them so that you can re-route them correctly after installing the new system board. 11. Remove the ten screws that secure the system board to the chassis. 12. Lift the system board up and out of the chassis. 13. Compare the system board that you just removed with the replacement system board to ensure that they are identical. Replacing the System Board 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Gently place the system board into the chassis and slide it towards the back of the computer. 3. Replace the ten screws that secure the system board to the chassis. 4. Connect the cables that you disconnected from the system board (see System Board Components). 5. Replace the processor (see Replacing the Processor). 6. Replace the processor fan and the heat sink assembly (see Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly). 7. Replace the memory modules (see Replacing the Memory Module(s)). 8. Replace any PCI and PCI Express cards on the system board, if applicable (see Replacing PCI and PCI Express Cards). 1 screws (10) 2 system board NOTE: Some components and connectors on the replacement system board may be in different locations compared to the components and connectors on the existing system board. NOTE: Jumper settings on the replacement system board is preset at the factory. 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: Ensure that the heat sink assembly is correctly seated and secure. 9. Place the alignment bar in the chassis. 10. Replace the screw that secures the alignment bar to the chassis. 11. Pivot the expansion card retainer towards the alignment bar until it snaps into place. 12. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 13. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on. 14. Flash the system BIOS, as needed. Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press during POST to enter the System Setup program. 3. Navigate to the System Info tab and enter the Service Tag in the Set Service Tag field. Back to Contents Page NOTE: For information on flashing the system BIOS, see Flashing the BIOS. Back to Contents Page System Setup Dell™ Studio XPS™ 9100 Service Manual Overview Clearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing CMOS Settings Overview Use system setup to: l Change the system configuration information after you add, change, or remove any hardware in your computer l Set or change a user-selectable option such as the user password l Read the current amount of memory or set the type of hard drive installed Entering System Setup 1. Turn on (or restart) your computer. 2. When the DELL™ logo is displayed, watch for the F2 prompt to appear and then press immediately. System Setup Screens The system setup screen displays the current or changeable configuration information for your computer. Information on the screen is divided into three areas: the options list, active options field, and key functions. System Setup Options 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: Unless you are an expert computer user, do not change the settings for this program. Certain changes can make your computer work incorrectly. NOTE: Before you change system setup, it is recommended that you write down the system setup screen information for future reference. NOTE: The F2 prompt indicates that the keyboard has initialized. This prompt can appear very quickly, so you must watch for it to display, and then press . If you press before you are prompted, this keystroke will be lost. If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. Then, shut down your computer (see Turning Off Your Computer) and try again. Menu — Appears on top of the System Setup window. This field provides a menu to access the System Setup options. Press the up- and down-arrow keys to navigate. As a Menu option is highlighted, the Options List, lists the options that define the hardware installed on you computer. Option...