Dell XPS 430 User Manual

Dell XPS 430 Service Manual
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Dell™ XPS™ 430 Service Manual
Technical Overview
Before You Begin
Removing the Computer Cover
Replacing Memory Module(s)
Replacing PCI and PCI Express Cards
Replacing Drives
Replacing Fans
Replacing the Front I/O Panel
Replacing the Processor
Replacing the System Board
Replacing the Power Supply
Replacing the Battery
Replacing the Computer Cover
System Setup
Model DC01L
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
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computer.
NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the
problem.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or
death.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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August 2008 Rev. A00

Dell XPS 430 Specifications

General

Memory Speed	1333 MHz
Operating System	Windows Vista Home Premium
RAM	4GB DDR3
Storage	1TB SATA HDD
Optical Drive	DVD\u00b1RW
Audio	Integrated 7.1 Channel Audio
Networking	Gigabit Ethernet
Form Factor	Tower
Ports	USB 2.0, eSATA, HDMI

Summary

Technical Overview

Inside View of Your Computer

Provides a visual overview of the computer's internal components and their locations.

System Board Components

Details the various connectors and jumpers present on the system board.

Before You Begin

Technical Specifications

Information on the computer's technical specifications, directing users to other resources.

Recommended Tools

Lists the necessary tools required for performing maintenance procedures.

Turning Off Your Computer

Step-by-step instructions on how to safely shut down the computer.

Safety Instructions

Essential safety guidelines to protect the user and the computer during servicing.

Removing the Computer Cover

Replacing Memory Module(s)

Replacing PCI and PCI Express Cards

Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards

Procedures for safely removing PCI and PCI Express cards from the computer.

Installing PCI and PCI Express Cards

Step-by-step guide for installing PCI and PCI Express cards.

Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing PCI and PCI Express Cards

Steps to configure system settings after card installation or removal.

Replacing Drives

Replacing a Hard Drive

Instructions for removing and installing a hard drive.

Installing a Hard Drive in the FlexBay

Guide for installing an additional hard drive in the FlexBay.

Removing a Hard Drive From the FlexBay

Procedures for removing a hard drive from the FlexBay.

Replacing the Drive Panel

Steps to remove and replace the computer's drive panel.

Replacing the Drive-Panel Insert

Instructions for replacing the insert within the drive panel.

Replacing an Optical Drive

Guide for removing and installing an optical drive.

Replacing a Media Card Reader

Instructions for replacing the media card reader.

Replacing Fans

Replacing the Processor Airflow Shroud Assembly

Steps to remove and replace the processor airflow shroud assembly.

Replacing the Processor Fan Cage

Instructions for removing and installing the processor fan cage.

Replacing the Processor Fan

Procedures for replacing the processor fan.

Replacing the Card Fan

Steps to remove and install the card fan.

Replacing the Front I/O Panel

Replacing the Processor

Removing the Processor

Detailed steps for safely removing the processor from its socket.

Installing the Processor

Instructions for correctly installing a new processor into the socket.

Replacing the System Board

Replacing the Power Supply

Replacing the Battery

Replacing the Computer Cover

System Setup

Overview

Explains the purpose and usage of the system setup utility.

Entering System Setup

Instructions on how to access the system setup utility.

Boot Sequence

Configuration options for the computer's boot device order.

Clearing Forgotten Passwords

Procedure to reset system and setup passwords.

Clearing CMOS Settings

Steps to clear and reset system configuration settings.