Dell Vostro 1014 User Manual

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November2009Rev.A00
Working on Your Computer
Adding and Replacing Parts
Specifications
Diagnostics
System Setup
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NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of data if instructions are not followed.
WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.

Dell Vostro 1014 Specifications

General

RAM	Up to 4GB DDR2 SDRAM
Graphics	Intel GMA 4500MHD
Optical Drive	DVD+/-RW
Processor	Intel Core 2 Duo T6570
Storage	250GB HDD
Display	14.1-inch
Operating System	Windows Vista Home Basic
Battery	6-cell Lithium Ion
Ports	3 USB 2.0, VGA, Ethernet
Wireless	802.11g

Summary

Notes, Cautions, and Warnings

General Safety Notes

Explains the meaning of NOTE, CAUTION, and WARNING for user guidance.

Access Panel

Removing the Access Panel

Step-by-step guide to remove the computer's access panel.

Replacing the Access Panel

Steps to reinstall the computer's access panel.

Battery

Removing the Battery

Instructions for safely removing the computer's main battery.

Replacing the Battery

Steps to reinstall the computer's main battery.

Bluetooth Wireless Card

Removing the Bluetooth Wireless Card

Procedure to remove the internal Bluetooth wireless card.

Replacing the Bluetooth Card

Steps to reinstall the internal Bluetooth wireless card.

Coin-Cell Battery

Removing the Coin-Cell Battery

Guide to remove the coin-cell battery from the system board.

Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery

Steps to reinstall the coin-cell battery.

Control Panel Cover

Removing the Control Panel Cover (Vostro 1014)

Steps to remove the control panel cover for Vostro 1014.

Replacing the Control Panel Cover (Vostro 1014)

Steps to reinstall the control panel cover for Vostro 1014.

Removing the Control Panel Cover (Vostro 1015)

Steps to remove the control panel cover for Vostro 1015.

Replacing the Control Panel Cover (Vostro 1015)

Steps to reinstall the control panel cover for Vostro 1015.

Processor Fan

Removing the Processor Fan

Guide to remove the computer's processor fan.

Replacing the Processor Fan

Steps to reinstall the computer's processor fan.

ExpressCard

Removing the ExpressCard

Steps to remove the ExpressCard from its slot.

Replacing the ExpressCard

Steps to reinstall the ExpressCard.

Hard Drive

Removing the Hard Drive Assembly

Steps to remove the entire hard drive assembly.

Replacing the Hard Drive Assembly

Steps to reinstall the hard drive assembly.

Removing the Hard Drive Bracket

Steps to remove the bracket securing the hard drive.

Replacing the Hard Drive Bracket

Steps to reinstall the bracket onto the hard drive.

Removing the Hard Drive Interposer

Steps to remove the hard drive interposer.

Replacing the Hard Drive Interposer

Steps to reinstall the hard drive interposer.

Heat Sink

Removing the Heat Sink

Guide to remove the heat sink from the system board.

Replacing the Heat Sink

Steps to reinstall the heat sink onto the system board.

I/O Board

Removing the I/O Board

Steps to remove the I/O board from the computer chassis.

Replacing the I/O Board

Steps to reinstall the I/O board.

Keyboard

Removing the Keyboard

Steps to remove the keyboard from the computer.

Replacing the Keyboard

Steps to reinstall the keyboard.

Display

Removing the Display Assembly

Steps to remove the entire display assembly.

Replacing the Display Assembly

Steps to reinstall the display assembly.

Removing the Display Bezel

Steps to remove the display bezel.

Replacing the Display Bezel

Steps to reinstall the display bezel.

Removing the Display LED Panel

Steps to remove the display LED panel.

Replacing the Display LED Panel

Steps to reinstall the display LED panel.

Removing the Display Camera

Steps to remove the display camera module.

Replacing the Display Camera

Steps to reinstall the display camera.

Removing the Display Inverter Cable

Steps to remove the display inverter cable.

Replacing the Display Inverter Cable

Steps to reinstall the display inverter cable.

System Board

Removing the System Board (Vostro 1014)

Steps to remove the system board for Vostro 1014.

Replacing the System Board (Vostro 1014)

Steps to reinstall the system board for Vostro 1014.

Removing the System Board (Vostro 1015)

Steps to remove the system board for Vostro 1015.

Replacing the System Board (Vostro 1015)

Steps to reinstall the system board for Vostro 1015.

Memory

Removing Memory Modules

Steps to remove the memory modules from the computer.

Replacing a Memory Module

Steps to reinstall a memory module into the computer.

Memory Card

Removing the Memory Card

Steps to remove the memory card from its slot.

Replacing the Memory Card

Steps to reinstall the memory card.

Optical Drive

Removing the Optical Drive

Steps to remove the optical drive from the computer.

Replacing the Optical Drive

Steps to reinstall the optical drive.

Palm Rest

Removing the Palm Rest (Vostro 1014)

Steps to remove the palm rest for Vostro 1014.

Replacing the Palm Rest (Vostro 1014)

Steps to reinstall the palm rest for Vostro 1014.

Removing the Palm Rest (Vostro 1015)

Steps to remove the palm rest for Vostro 1015.

Replacing the Palm Rest (Vostro 1015)

Steps to reinstall the palm rest for Vostro 1015.

Processor Module

Removing the Processor Module

Steps to remove the processor module from the system board.

Replacing the Processor Module

Steps to reinstall the processor module.

Speaker

Removing the Speaker

Steps to remove the computer's speaker.

Replacing the Speaker

Steps to reinstall the computer's speaker.

WLAN Card

Removing a WLAN Card

Steps to remove the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) card.

Replacing a WLAN Card

Steps to reinstall the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) card.

System Setup

Boot Menu

Procedure to set a one-time boot sequence for the computer.

Navigation Keystrokes

Keystrokes used to navigate the System Setup screens.

Entering System Setup

Methods to access and enter the computer's System Setup.

System Setup Menu Options

Explains the various options available within the System Setup program.

Diagnostics

Device Status Lights

Explains the meaning of various computer status indicator lights.

Battery Status Lights

Explains the indicator lights related to battery charge status.

Keyboard Status Lights

Explains the indicator lights for keyboard functions like Caps Lock.

LED Error Codes

Lists LED error codes and provides recommended troubleshooting steps.

Specifications

System Information

Details about system chipset, bus width, and flash memory.

Processor Specifications

Details on processor type, cache, and external bus frequency.

Memory Specifications

Details on memory module connectors, capacities, and type.

Communications and Audio

Specifications for modem, network, wireless, audio, and speakers.

Keyboard and Battery Specifications

Details on keyboard layout, number of keys, and battery type/dimensions.

Ports, Connectors, and Memory Card Reader

Lists available ports, connectors, and memory card reader capabilities.

Video, Touch Pad, and Camera Specs

Specifications for video controller, touch pad, and camera resolution.

AC Adapter and Physical Dimensions

Specifications for the AC adapter and physical dimensions of the computer.

Environmental Specifications

Details on operating temperature, humidity, and airborne contaminants.

Working on Your Computer

Before Working Inside Your Computer

Safety guidelines and preparation steps before performing any service.

Recommended Tools

Lists the essential tools required for computer maintenance and repair.

Turning Off Your Computer

Procedure to safely shut down the computer before working on it.

After Working Inside Your Computer

Steps to reconnect external devices and power on after service.