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Dell Inspiron 14 7425 2-in-1 User Manual

Dell Inspiron 14 7425 2-in-1
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Inspiron 14 7425 2-in-1
Service Manual
Regulatory Model: P161G
Regulatory Type: P161G003
January 2022
Rev. A00

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Dell Inspiron 14 7425 2-in-1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
GraphicsAMD Radeon Graphics
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
Battery4-cell 54Whr
PortsHDMI 1.4
WirelessWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.2
Display14.0-inch FHD+ (1920 x 1200) Truelife Touch Narrow Border WVA Display
RAM8GB or 16GB DDR4

Summary

Working Inside Your Computer

Before Working Inside Your Computer

Essential preparation steps before performing internal computer maintenance.

Radiation Exposure Statement

Information regarding government requirements for radio wave exposure.

Service Mode

Procedure to enter service mode for safe component servicing.

Safety and ESD Precautions

General Safety Guidelines

Critical safety warnings and precautions for working with the computer.

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Protection

Methods and importance of preventing damage from static electricity.

ESD Field Service Kit

Components and usage of the ESD field service kit for protection.

Transporting Sensitive Components

Guidelines for safely packaging and transporting ESD-sensitive parts.

After Working Inside Your Computer

Removing and Installing Components

Recommended Tools

List of necessary tools for performing component removal and installation.

Screw List

Detailed reference of screws used for various components and their specifications.

Major Components Overview

Visual identification and labeling of the computer's main internal parts.

Base Cover Removal

Step-by-step guide to safely detach and remove the computer's bottom cover.

Base Cover Installation

Step-by-step guide to correctly reattach and secure the computer's bottom cover.

Lithium-ion Battery Precautions

Critical safety measures and handling advice for Lithium-ion batteries.

Battery Removal

Procedure for safely disconnecting and removing the system's internal battery.

Battery Installation

Procedure for correctly connecting and installing the system's internal battery.

Coin-cell Battery Removal

Instructions for safely removing the coin-cell battery.

Coin-cell Battery Installation

Instructions for correctly installing the coin-cell battery.

Memory Module Removal

Steps to safely remove the computer's memory modules (RAM).

Memory Module Installation

Steps to correctly install the computer's memory modules (RAM).

Wireless Card Removal

Procedure for safely removing the internal wireless communication card.

Wireless Card Installation

Procedure for correctly installing the internal wireless communication card.

M.2 2230 SSD Removal

Instructions for removing the M.2 2230 form factor solid-state drive.

M.2 2230 SSD Installation

Instructions for installing the M.2 2230 form factor solid-state drive.

M.2 2280 SSD Removal

Instructions for removing the M.2 2280 form factor solid-state drive.

M.2 2280 SSD Installation

Instructions for installing the M.2 2280 form factor solid-state drive.

Speaker Removal

Procedure for safely removing the internal speaker components.

Speaker Installation

Procedure for correctly installing the internal speaker components.

Heat Sink Removal

Procedure for safely removing the CPU heat sink and fan assembly.

Heat Sink Installation

Procedure for correctly installing the CPU heat sink and fan assembly.

Display Assembly Removal

Step-by-step guide to safely detach and remove the computer's display unit.

Display Assembly Installation

Step-by-step guide to correctly reattach and secure the computer's display unit.

Fan Removal

Procedure for safely removing the computer's cooling fan.

Fan Installation

Procedure for correctly installing the computer's cooling fan.

I/O Board Removal

Procedure for safely removing the input/output (I/O) board.

I/O Board Installation

Procedure for correctly installing the input/output (I/O) board.

Power-Button Removal

Procedure for removing the power button assembly (standard configuration).

Power-Button Installation

Procedure for installing the power button assembly (standard configuration).

Power-Button with Fingerprint Reader Removal

Procedure for removing the power button with fingerprint reader assembly.

Power-Button with Fingerprint Reader Installation

Procedure for installing the power button with fingerprint reader assembly.

System Board Removal

Detailed instructions for safely removing the computer's main system board.

System Board Installation

Detailed instructions for correctly installing the computer's main system board.

Palm-Rest and Keyboard Assembly Removal

Procedure for safely removing the palm-rest and keyboard assembly unit.

Palm-Rest and Keyboard Assembly Installation

Procedure for correctly installing the palm-rest and keyboard assembly unit.

Drivers and Downloads

Obtaining Drivers and Software

Guidance on downloading and installing necessary drivers and software for the system.

System Setup (BIOS/UEFI)

Entering BIOS Setup

Steps to access and navigate the computer's BIOS/UEFI setup utility.

Navigation Keys and Boot Menu

Key commands for navigation and accessing the one-time boot menu.

System Setup Options Overview

Description of various configurable settings available in the System Setup menus.

System and Setup Passwords

Information and procedures for setting, managing, and clearing system passwords.

Clearing CMOS Settings

Steps to reset BIOS settings to default by clearing the CMOS.

Updating the BIOS

Methods and instructions for updating the system's BIOS firmware.

Troubleshooting

Handling Swollen Lithium-ion Batteries

Safety and replacement guidelines for swollen Lithium-ion batteries.

System Diagnostic Lights

Explanation of system status indicators and diagnostic light codes.

SupportAssist Diagnostics

Using Dell's integrated diagnostic tool for hardware troubleshooting.

Built-in Self-Test (BIST)

Utilizing built-in self-tests for evaluating system board and display performance.

Operating System Recovery

Procedures for recovering the operating system using Dell SupportAssist OS Recovery.

Power Cycle and Hard Reset

Troubleshooting steps involving power cycling and draining residual power.

Getting Help and Contacting Dell

Self-Help Resources

Accessing online and in-app resources for product information and support.

Contacting Dell Support

Information on how to reach Dell technical support and customer service.

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