Dell Inspiron 15-3531 User Manual

Inspiron 15
Service Manual
Computer Model: Inspiron 15–3531
Regulatory Model: P28F
Regulatory Type: P28F005

Dell Inspiron 15-3531 Specifications

General

Storage	500GB HDD
Graphics	Intel HD Graphics
Operating System	Windows 8.1
Weight	2.2 kg (4.85 lbs)
RAM	4GB DDR3L
Display	15.6-inch HD (1366 x 768)
Battery	4-cell
Wireless	802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0
Ports	1 x USB 3.0, 2 x USB 2.0, HDMI, Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Processor	Intel Celeron N2830

Summary

Before Working Inside Your Computer

Before You Begin

Steps to prepare the computer before starting internal work.

Safety Instructions

General safety guidelines for working with the computer.

Removing the Battery

Replacing the Battery

Removing the Base Cover

Replacing the Base Cover

Replacing the Memory Module

Removing the Hard Drive

Replacing the Hard Drive

Removing the Keyboard

Replacing the Keyboard

Removing the Wireless Card

Replacing the Wireless Card

Replacing the Palm Rest

Removing the System Board

Prerequisites

Actions required before removing the system board.

Replacing the System Board

Post-requisites

Removing the Heat-Sink Assembly

Replacing the Heat-Sink Assembly

Replacing the Display Assembly

Replacing the Display Bezel

Replacing the Display Hinges

Replacing the Display Panel

Procedure

Steps to install a new display panel onto the computer.

Replacing the Camera

Removing the Power-Adapter Port

Replacing the Power-Adapter Port

Flashing the BIOS

Procedure

Steps to update or flash the computer's BIOS.