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Guidelines to protect your computer from potential damage and ensure personal safety.
Procedure for safely shutting down the computer, specifically for Windows 10.
Steps to prepare the computer and workspace before performing internal maintenance.
Steps to take after internal maintenance to ensure proper reassembly and functionality.
Details on the HDMI 2.0 standard, its features, and advantages for digital audio/video.
Overview of Universal Serial Bus (USB) evolution and its features, including USB 3.0/3.1 Gen 1.
Explanation of the USB Type-C connector, its capabilities like Power Delivery and alternate modes.
Lists the necessary tools for performing component removal and installation procedures.
A table detailing screw types, quantities, and images for component installation.
Instructions for removing and installing the SD card from the system.
Procedures for removing and installing the computer's battery cover.
Guidelines for handling Lithium-ion batteries and procedures for removal/installation.
Step-by-step instructions for removing and installing the laptop keyboard.
Procedures for removing and installing the bottom base cover of the laptop.
Instructions for removing and installing the primary RAM module.
Instructions for removing and installing the secondary RAM module.
Steps for removing and installing the Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) card.
Steps for removing and installing the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) card.
Instructions for removing and installing the Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card.
Procedures for removing and installing M.2 Solid State Drive (SSD) modules.
Instructions for removing and installing the 2.5-inch hard drive assembly.
Steps for removing and installing the hard drive interposer board.
Procedures for removing and installing the coin-cell battery.
Instructions for removing and installing the laptop's power connector port.
Steps for removing and installing the laptop's palm rest assembly.
Instructions for removing and installing the touchpad button assembly.
Procedures for removing and installing the smart card cage.
Steps for removing and installing the laptop speakers.
Instructions for removing and installing the LED indicator board.
Procedures for removing and installing the system's heat sink assembly.
Steps for removing and installing the graphics card (GPU).
Instructions for removing and installing the main system board.
Procedures for removing and installing the entire display assembly.
Steps for removing and installing the display bezel around the screen.
Instructions for removing and installing the display panel itself.
Procedures for removing and installing the display hinges.
Steps for removing and installing the system's camera module.
Instructions for removing and installing the eDP (Embedded DisplayPort) cable.
Procedures for removing and installing display support brackets.
Explanation of the BIOS role in managing system data flow and devices.
Steps to access and enter the BIOS setup utility on the computer.
Explanation of the keyboard keys used for navigating within the BIOS setup.
Instructions on how to access the one-time boot menu to select boot devices.
Details on various configuration options available within the system setup.
Procedures for updating the system's BIOS via Windows, USB, or the F12 menu.
Information on setting, changing, or deleting system and setup passwords for security.
Step-by-step guide to clearing CMOS settings, which resets BIOS configurations.
Guidance on clearing BIOS or system passwords by contacting Dell support.
Safety guidelines and procedures for handling swollen Lithium-ion batteries.
Instructions for running the ePSA diagnostics to check system hardware.
Information and procedures for running built-in self-tests like M-BIST and LCD BIST.
Explains the diagnostic LED blinking patterns and their corresponding problems.
Information on how the system automatically starts Dell SupportAssist OS Recovery.
Procedure to reset the Real-Time Clock (RTC) to recover from boot issues.
Details the battery status LED behavior under different power states and charge levels.
Recommends creating recovery drives and mentions Dell's recovery options.
Procedure for performing a WiFi power cycle to resolve connectivity issues.
Steps to drain residual power from the computer, also known as a hard reset.
Information on how to contact Dell support for sales, technical assistance, or service.
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