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 Dell Latitude C840 Service Manual



DellTM LatitudeTM C840 Service Manual
Before You Begin
   Preparing to Work Inside the Computer
   Recommended Tools
   Computer Orientation
   Screw Identification
System Components
Hard Drive and Fixed Optical Drive
   Hard Drive
   Fixed Optical Drive
System Upgrades
   Memory Modules
   Modem Daughter Card
   Mini PCI Card
Keyboard
Display
   Display Overview
   Hinge Cover
   Display Assembly
   Display Bezel
   Display Panel
   Display Latch
Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly
Microprocessor Module
Video Graphics Board
Palm Rest
Reserve Battery
System Board
Battery and Module Bay Latches
Battery Charger Board
LED Board
Fan
RJ-11/RJ-45 Module
Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors


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Before You Begin
DellTM LatitudeTM C840 Service Manual

    Preparing to Work Inside the Computer
    Recommended Tools
    Computer Orientation
    Screw Identification




Preparing to Work Inside the Computer
        CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on
        your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell
        is not covered by your warrantly. Read and follow all safety instructions
        in "Safety and EMC Instructions: Portable Computers" in your System
        Information Guide.

        NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before
        you begin working inside the computer.


   1. Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent scratching the
      computer cover.

   2. Save any work in progress and exit all open programs.

   3. Turn off the computer and all attached devices.



       NOTE: Before turning off the computer, ensure that the computer is not in a
       power-management mode.


   4. Ensure that the computer is undocked.

   5. Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet.



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   6. To avoid possible damage to the system board, wait 10 to 20 seconds and then
      disconnect any attached devices.

   7. Disconnect all other external cables from the computer.

   8. Remove any installed PC Cards or plastic blanks from the PC Card slot.

   9. Close the display and turn the computer upside down on a flat work surface.

 10. Remove the battery from the battery bay.



        NOTICE: To avoid component damage, always remove any installed batteries
        before you service the computer.


 11. Remove any device installed in the module bay.

 12. To dissipate static electricity while you work, periodically touch an unpainted
     metal surface on the computer chassis.

 13. Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins and
     contacts.




Recommended Tools
The procedures in this document require the following tools:

    q    #1 magnetized Phillips screwdriver

    q    Small flat-blade screwdriver

    q    Microprocessor extractor

    q    Nonmarring plastic scribe

    q    Flash BIOS update floppy disk or CD (provided when needed to upgrade the
         BIOS)




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Computer Orientation




Screw Identification
When you are removing and replacing components, photocopy the placemat as a tool
to lay out and keep track of the component screws. The placemat provides the
number of screws and the sizes.

Screw Identification




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       NOTICE: When reinstalling a screw, you must use a screw of the correct
       diameter and length. Ensure that the screw is properly aligned with its
       corresponding hole, and avoid overtightening.


Hard-Drive Door Security:                             Keyboard to Bottom Case:              Display to Bottom
                                                                                            Case:
M3 x 5 mm (1 each)                                    M2.5 x 20 mm (4 each; one in
                                                      memory door and one in Mini           M2.5 x 6 mm (3
                                                      PCI door)                             each; 2 at back of
                                                                                            computer; 1 at
                                                                                            display flex-cable
                                                                                            strain relief)




Display Bezel:                                        Display Panel to Display              Video Graphics
                                                      Mounting Bracket:                     Board:
Rubber screw covers (4 each)
                                                      M2 x 3 mm (6 each)                    M2.5 x 8 (3 each)
Plastic screw covers (2 each)

M2.5 x 4 mm (6 each)

                                                      Flex-Cable Mounting Bracket to
                                                      Top Cover:



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                                                       M2.5 x 4 mm (1 each)




Palm Rest to                                           System Board:                         LED Board:
Bottom Case:
                                                       M2.5 x 4 mm captive washer            M2 x 4 mm (2 each)
M2.5 x 20 mm (9 each)                                  (3 each)




Palm Rest Bracket:
M2.5 x 4 mm (4 each)                                   M2.5 x 20 mm (1 each)




Fan:                                                   Memory Module/Modem Cover:            Modem Daughter
                                                                                             Card:
M2 x 4 mm (3 each)                                     M2.5 x 20 mm (1 each)
                                                                                             M2 x 3 mm (1 each)




Mini PCI Card:

M2.5 x 20 mm (1 each)




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System Components
DellTM LatitudeTM C840 Service Manual


        NOTICE: Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in this document assumes
        that a part can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse
        order.




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1 display assembly                                        7     main battery
2 hinge cover                                             8     device in module
                                                                bay
3 microprocessor thermal-                                 9     fixed optical drive
  cooling assembly
4 system board                                            10 palm rest
5 hard drive                                              11 keyboard
6 bottom case



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Hard Drive and Fixed Optical Drive
DellTM LatitudeTM C840 Service Manual

    Hard Drive
    Fixed Optical Drive


        NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your
        computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered
        by your warranty.




Hard Drive
        NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from the electrical
        outlet and remove any installed batteries.

        NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by
        periodically touching unpainted metal on the computer.

        NOTICE: The hard drive is very sensitive to shock. Handle the drive by its
        edges (do not squeeze the top of the case), and avoid dropping it.




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1    bottom of computer
2    M3 x 5-mm screw
3    hard drive door


Removing the Hard Drive
    1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."

    2. Remove the M3 x 5-mm screw.

    3. Pull the hard drive out.



Replacing the Hard Drive
    1. Push the hard drive into the drive bay until the drive door is flush with the
       computer case.

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    2. Push down on the drive until it snaps into place.

    3. Replace the M3 x 5-mm screw in the hard drive door.




Fixed Optical Drive
       NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from the electrical
       outlet and remove any installed batteries.

       NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by
       periodically touching unpainted metal on the computer.




1      captive screw
2      pull tab



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Removing the Fixed Optical Drive
   1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."

   2. Loosen the captive screw on the bottom of the computer.

   3. Turn the computer over (to keep the captive screw from interfering with the pull
      tab) and pull out the pull tab.

   4. Use the pull tab to remove the fixed optical drive.




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System Upgrades
DellTM LatitudeTM C840 Service Manual

    Memory Modules
    Modem Daughter Card
    Mini PCI Card




Memory Modules
        NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical
        outlets and remove any installed batteries.

        NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by
        periodically touching unpainted metal on the computer.


Removing the Memory Module/Modem Cover




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1 M2.5 x 20-mm screw


  1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."

  2. Remove the M2.5 x 20-mm screw from the memory module/modem cover.

  3. Disengage the metal tabs at the opposite end of the cover.




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1 DIMM B
2 memory module sockets
  (2)
3 DIMM A socket
4 modem daughter card
5 metal tabs (2 per
  socket)


Removing the Memory Modules
  1. Remove the memory module/modem cover.

  2. To release a memory module from its socket, spread apart the tabs at each side
     of the module until the module pops up slightly.

  3. Lift the memory module out of its socket.

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Replacing the Memory Modules
  1. If you only have one memory module, install it in the socket labeled "DIMM A."
     Install a second memory module in the socket labeled "DIMM B."



      NOTE: Memory modules are keyed to fit into their sockets in only one direction.


  2. Insert the memory-module edge connector into the socket slot at a 45-degree
     angle and press the module firmly into the slot.

  3. Pivot the module down until it clicks into place. If you do not hear a click,
     remove the module and reinstall it.

  4. Insert the metal tabs on the memory module/modem cover into the bottom
     case, rotate the cover down, and replace the M2.5 x 20-mm screw.




Modem Daughter Card

Removing the Modem Daughter Card

       NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical
       outlets and remove any installed batteries.

       NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by
       periodically touching unpainted metal on the computer.


  1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."

  2. Turn the computer over and remove the memory module/modem cover.




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1 modem daughter card
2 M2 x 3-mm screw


  3. Remove the M2 x 3-mm screw that secures the modem daughter card to the
     system board.

  4. Use the pull tab to pull the modem daughter card straight up out of its
     connector.



       NOTICE: Do not pull on the modem cable. Pull the connector on the end of the
       cable to disconnect the cable.


  5. Disconnect the modem cable from the modem daughter card.



Replacing the Modem Daughter Card

       NOTICE: The cable connectors are keyed for correct insertion. Do not force the
       connections.


  1. Connect the modem cable to the modem daughter card.


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   2. Use the screw and boss holes at opposite corners of the modem daughter card
      to align the card, and press the card into its connector on the system board.

   3. Install the M2 x 3-mm screw that secures the card to the system board.

   4. Replace the memory module/modem cover.




Mini PCI Card
You must remove the optional Mini PCI wireless modem (if installed) before the
system board can be removed. A wireless modem card must be connected to the
internal antenna of the computer.


        NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets
        and remove any installed batteries.

        NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by
        periodically touching unpainted metal on the computer.


Mini PCI Card Cover




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1 M2.5 x 20-mm screw


Removing the Mini PCI Card
  1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."

  2. Remove the M2.5 x 20-mm screw and then remove the Mini PCI card cover.

  3. To release the Mini PCI card, spread the metal securing tabs until the card pops
     up slightly.

  4. Disconnect the card from the internal antenna.

  5. Lift out the card and disconnect any attached cables.



Replacing the Mini PCI Card
  1. Align the Mini PCI card with the socket at a 45-degree angle, and press the Mini
     PCI card into the socket.


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  2. Connect the internal-antenna cable to the primary-antenna connector on the
     card.



       NOTICE: The connectors are keyed for correct insertion; do not force the
       connections.




1 internal-antenna cable
2 primary-antenna
  connector on card


  3. Pivot the Mini PCI card down until it clicks into place.

  4. Replace the Mini PCI card cover and the M2.5 x 20-mm screw.




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Keyboard
DellTM LatitudeTM C840 Service Manual



        NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets
        and remove any installed batteries.

        NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by
        periodically touching unpainted metal on the computer.




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1 M2.5 x 20-mm screws
  (4)


Removing the Keyboard
  1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."

  2. Turn the computer over and remove the four M2.5 x 20-mm screws (three
     labeled "circle K" and one labeled "circle K/M").

  3. Turn the computer over and open the display.



       NOTICE: Be careful when handling the keyboard. The keycaps are fragile,
       easily dislodged, and time-consuming to replace.


  4. Use a nonmarring plastic scribe under the blank key to pry up the keyboard.




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1 blank key
2 keyboard
3 right side of computer


  5. Lift the right end of the keyboard and slide it slightly toward the right side of the
     computer to disengage the tabs at the left end.

  6. Pivot the keyboard and balance it upright on the left side of the computer.




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1 keyboard cable
2 keyboard interface
  connector
3 system board


  7. Disconnect the keyboard cable and lay the keyboard aside.



Replacing the Keyboard
  1. While bracing the keyboard upright on its left end, connect the keyboard cable
     to the keyboard interface connector on the system board.




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        NOTICE: Position the keyboard/track-stick flex cable so that it is not pinched
        when you replace the keyboard in the bottom case.


   2. Insert the metal tabs at the left end of the keyboard under the edge of the
      bottom case, and fit the keyboard into place.

   3. Check that the keyboard is correctly installed. The keys should be flush with the
      left and right surfaces of the palm rest.

   4. Turn the computer over and reinstall the four M2.5 x 20-mm screws. For extra
      stability, you can open the computer slightly and brace the keyboard under each
      screw as you install the screw.




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Display
DellTM LatitudeTM C840 Service Manual

    Display Overview
    Hinge Cover
    Display Assembly
    Display Bezel
    Display Panel
    Display Latch




Display Overview
        NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets
        and remove any installed batteries.

        NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by
        periodically touching unpainted metal on the computer.




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1 display
2 hinge cover
3 M2.5 x 6-mm screws (3)
4 bottom case
5 display flex cable



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Hinge Cover




1 hinge cover


  1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."

  2. Use a nonmarring plastic scribe to loosen the hinge cover at the back and at
     each side of the computer.


  3. Open the computer and use the scribe to pry between the                                   key and the
     hinge cover until the hinge cover pops off.

  4. Open the display and lift off the hinge cover.




Display Assembly
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1 M2.5 x 6-mm screws (2)


  1. Remove the hinge cover.



       NOTICE: Remove the display flex cable before you remove the display
       assembly.




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1    M2.5 x 6-mm screw
2    strain relief
3    display flex cable
4    pull loop


    2. Remove the M2.5 x 6-mm flex-cable strain relief screw, and then use the pull
       loop to remove the display flex cable from the graphics card.



       NOTICE: When reconnecting the flex cable, press down on both ends of the
       connector, not in the middle. Pressing the middle of the connector can damage
       fragile components.


    3. Open the display and, from the back of the computer, remove the two M2.5 x 6-
       mm screws labeled "circle D" that secure the display assembly to the bottom
       case.

    4. With the display in an upright position, lift the display assembly from the bottom
       case.

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1 M2.5 x 4-mm screws (6)                             8      M2 x 3-mm screws
                                                            (6)
2 rubber screw covers (4)                            9      top cover
3 display bezel                                      10 hinge cover
4 plastic tabs (6)                                   11 display flex cable
5 M2.5 x 4-mm screw                                  12 display panel
6 flex-cable mounting                                13 plastic screw covers
  bracket                                               (2)
7 display latch




Display Bezel
  1. Use a scribe to pry out the four rubber screw covers located across the top of
     the bezel.

  2. Remove the four M2.5 x 4-mm screws located across the top of the bezel.

  3. Use a scribe at the indentations to pry out the two plastic screw covers located
     at the bottom of the bezel.

  4. Remove the two M2.5 x 4-mm screws located at the bottom of the bezel.

  5. Separate the bezel from the top cover.


     The bezel is secured to the top cover with plastic tabs around the sides. Use a
     plastic scribe to help separate the bezel from the top cover.




Display Panel

Removing the Display Panel
  1. Remove the hinge cover.


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  2. Detach the display flex cable from the strain relief and the graphics card.

  3. Remove the display bezel.

  4. Remove the M2.5 x 4-mm screw that secures the plastic flex-cable mounting
     bracket to the top cover.

  5. Remove the six M2 x 3-mm screws (three on each side) from the right and left
     sides of the panel.

  6. Lift the display panel and flex cable out of the top cover.

  7. Disconnect the flex cable from the two connectors (one ZIF and one standard
     connector) on the display panel.




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1    ZIF connector
2    standard connector


Replacing the Display Panel

       NOTE: Use a magnetic screwdriver to reassemble the display panel in the
       display.


    1. Connect the flex cable to the two connectors on the back of the display panel.

    2. Place the display panel in the top cover, taking care that the flex cable is in
       place and is not crushed or crimped.

    3. Reinstall the M2.5 x 4-mm screw that secures the flex-cable mounting bracket
       to the top cover.

    4. Starting on the left side, use a magnetic screwdriver to reinstall the six M2 x 3-
       mm screws that secure the display panel in the top cover.

    5. Reinstall the M2.5 x 6-mm flex-cable strain relief screw, and reconnect the flex
       cable to the graphics card.

    6. Reinstall the display bezel.




Display Latch




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   1. Remove the hinge cover.

   2. Detach the display flex cable from the strain relief and the graphics card.

   3. Remove the display bezel.

   4. Remove the display panel from the top cover.

   5. Remove the display latch by disengaging the latch and captive spring.




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Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling
Assembly
DellTM LatitudeTM C840 Service Manual



        NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets
        and remove any installed batteries.

        NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by
        periodically touching unpainted metal on the computer.




1 microprocessor thermal-
  cooling assembly

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2 microprocessor retaining
  clip


Removing the Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling
Assembly
  1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."

  2. Remove the keyboard.

  3. Remove the hinge cover.

  4. Insert a non-marring plastic scribe into the latch mechanism at the left side of
     the microprocessor retaining clip. Pry open the clip by pivoting the top of the
     screwdriver toward the right side of the computer.




1 microprocessor thermal-
  cooling assembly



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        NOTICE: To ensure maximum cooling for the microprocessor, do not touch the
        heat transfer areas on the microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly. The oils in
        your skin reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal pads.


   5. Lift out the thermal-cooling assembly.




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Microprocessor Module
DellTM LatitudeTM C840 Service Manual



        NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets
        and remove any installed batteries.

        NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by
        periodically touching unpainted metal on the computer.




Removing the Microprocessor Module
   1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."

   2. Remove the keyboard.

   3. Remove the hinge cover.




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       NOTICE: To ensure maximum cooling for the microprocessor, do not touch the
       heat transfer areas on the microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly. The oils in
       your skin reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal pads.


  4. Remove the microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly.



       NOTICE: When removing the microprocessor module, pull the module straight
       up. Do not bend the pins.


  5. Remove the microprocessor module.



       NOTICE: To avoid damage to the microprocessor, hold the screwdriver so that
       it is perpendicular to the microprocessor when loosening the cam screw (see
       "Microprocessor Cam Screw").


            a. Loosen the cam screw that secures the microprocessor module. The
               location of the screw and the rotation direction may vary with the socket
               manufacturer; look for small icons indicating open and locked positions.


Microprocessor Cam Screw (Example)
       NOTICE: Hold the microprocessor down while turning the cam screw to prevent
       intermittent contact between the cam screw and microprocessor.




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1 cam screw
2 perpendicular
  screwdriver
3 processor die (do not
  touch)


            b. Use the microprocessor extraction tool to remove the microprocessor
               module.



Replacing the Microprocessor Module

       NOTICE: If you received a flash BIOS update floppy disk or CD with the
       replacement microprocessor, you must update the BIOS after replacing the
       microprocessor module.

       NOTICE: Proper seating of the microprocessor module does not require force.

       NOTICE: A microprocessor module that is not properly seated can result in an
       intermittent connection and subsequent failures.

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  1. Align the pin-1 triangle on the microprocessor with the pin-1 triangle in the
     socket, insert the microprocessor into the socket, and move the microprocessor
     around slightly until you feel it settle into the socket.


     When the microprocessor module is correctly seated, all four corners are aligned
     to the same height. If one or more corners of the module are higher than the
     others, the module is not seated correctly.


       NOTICE: Hold the microprocessor down while turning the cam screw to prevent
       intermittent contact between the cam screw and microprocessor (see
       "Microprocessor Cam Screw").


  2. Tighten the cam screw.



       NOTICE: Do not over- or undertighten the screw. Tighten the screw until the
       screw indicator points to the "closed" or "locked" indicator on the socket.


  3. Replace the microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly.


Closing the Microprocessor Retaining Clip




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   4. Close the microprocessor retaining clip.

   5. To latch the clip, insert a flat-blade scribe into the latch mechanism and pivot
      the top of the scribe away from the clip.




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Video Graphics Board
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        NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets
        and remove any installed batteries.

        NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by
        periodically touching unpainted metal on the computer.




1 M2.5 x 8-mm screws (3)


Removing the Video Graphics Board
   1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."

   2. Remove the keyboard.

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   3. Remove the hinge cover.



        NOTICE: The video graphics board may have a metallic or cardboard-like EMI
        shield attached to the top. If present, the EMI shield is removed with the board.
        Do not reuse the EMI shield on the replacement video board. Newer versions of
        the board may not require the shield; if a shield is required, it is already
        attached to the replacement board.


   4. Detach the display flex cable from the graphics card.

   5. Remove the three M2.5 x 8-mm screws that secure the video graphics board.

   6. Separate the video graphics board from the system board connector.



Replacing the Video Graphics Board
   1. Align the three screw holes and press down firmly on the word "Dell" to seat the
      board in its connector.



        NOTICE: Ensure that the board is correctly and firmly seated before continuing.
        Failure to do so will cause intermittent video failures.


   2. Replace the three M2.5 x 8-mm screws.




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        NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets
        and remove any installed batteries.

        NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by
        periodically touching unpainted metal on the computer.




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       NOTICE: The reserve battery provides power to the computer's time RTC and
       NVRAM when the computer is turned off. Removing the palm rest disconnects
       the reserve battery and causes the computer to lose the date and time
       information as well as all user-specified parameters in NVRAM. If possible, copy
       the information before you disconnect the reserve battery.


Removing the Palm Rest
  1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."

  2. Remove the hard drive and the fixed optical drive.

  3. Remove the keyboard.

  4. Remove the hinge cover.

  5. Remove the display assembly.



       NOTICE: To avoid damaging the palm rest, you must first remove the display
       assembly.


  6. Turn the computer over.

  7. Remove the nine M2.5 x 20-mm screws (labeled "circle P") that secure the palm
     rest to the computer.




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1 M2.5 x 20-mm screws
  (9)


  8. Turn the computer over.

  9. Use the pull loop to disconnect the palm-rest flex cable from the touch-pad
     connector on the system board.

10. On the left and right sides of the palm rest, use a flat-blade scribe between the
    palm rest and the bottom case of the computer to separate the snaps that
    secure the palm rest to the bottom case.

11. Lift out the palm rest.




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Replacing the Palm Rest
When replacing the palm rest screws, install the two screws at the back corners of the
computer first to help align the palm rest correctly.




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        NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets
        and remove any installed batteries.

        NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by
        periodically touching unpainted metal on the computer.




1 palm rest bracket
2 reserve battery
3 reserve battery cable




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       NOTICE: The reserve battery provides power to the computer's RTC and
       NVRAM when the computer is turned off. Removing the battery causes the
       computer to lose the date and time information as well as all user-specified
       parameters in NVRAM. If possible, copy the information before you remove the
       reserve battery.


Removing the Reserve Battery
  1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."

  2. Remove the keyboard.

  3. Remove the hinge cover.

  4. Remove the display assembly.

  5. Remove the palm rest.

  6. On the underside of the palm rest, disconnect the palm-rest flex cable from the
     ZIF connector.




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1 M2.5 x 4-mm screws (4)
2 palm rest bracket
3 palm-rest flex cable


   7. Remove the four M2.5 x 4-mm screws that secure the palm rest bracket.

   8. While supporting the palm-rest flex cable, lift out the palm rest bracket and turn
      it over.

   9. Disconnect the reserve battery cable.

 10. Remove the reserve battery:

             a. Pry the reserve battery free from the metal palm rest bracket.

             b. Remove the foam-pad remnants from the palm rest bracket.



Replacing the Reserve Battery
   1. Seat the reserve battery and press it into place.

   2. Connect the reserve battery cable.

   3. Place the palm rest bracket loosely in the palm rest, and connect the palm-rest
      flex cable to the ZIF connector.

   4. Replace the four M2.5 x 4-mm screws that secure the palm rest bracket to the
      palm rest.




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System Board
DellTM LatitudeTM C840 Service Manual


        NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets
        and remove any installed batteries.

        NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by
        periodically touching unpainted metal on the computer.




1 M2.5 x 4-mm captive-
  washer screws (3)

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2 system board
3 network connector
4 modem connector
5 network cable cover
6 M2.5 x 20-mm screw


The BIOS chip on the system board contains the service tag sequence, which is also
visible on a bar code label on the bottom of the computer.

The replacement kit for the system board includes a floppy disk or CD that provides a
utility for transferring the service tag sequence to the replacement system board.


        NOTICE: If you received a flash BIOS update floppy disk or CD with the
        replacement microprocessor, you must update the BIOS after replacing the
        microprocessor module.


Removing the System Board
   1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."

   2. Remove the hard drive and the fixed optical drive.

   3. Remove any installed Mini PCI Cards.

   4. If migrating the memory, remove all installed memory modules.

   5. Remove (if migrating) or disconnect the modem daughter card.

   6. Remove the keyboard.

   7. Remove the hinge cover.

   8. Remove the display assembly.

   9. Remove the palm rest.

 10. Remove the video graphics board.

 11. Remove the microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly.


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12. If migrating the microprocessor, remove the microprocessor module.

13. Separate the network cable from the system board:

            a. First remove the network cable cover: Insert a narrow plastic scribe or
               small screwdriver just barely into the slot that faces the back of the
               computer (do not insert the scribe far enough to catch on the wires
               inside), press down on the cover lightly to secure it, and pry upward to
               release the cover.




1    network cable cover


            b. Disconnect the network cable. Do not pull on the cable wires. Instead, pry
               up the outer corner of the upper connector until the connectors start to
               separate.




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1 outer corner of upper
  connector
2 network cable


14. Remove the three M2.5 x 4-mm captive-washer screws from the system board.

15. Remove the M2.5 x 20-mm screw from the center of the LED board.

16. Lift the front of the system board and work it out of the back panel.


     If necessary to help release the system board, pull outward on the top of the
     plastic near the back left corner of the bottom case (see the small arrow at the far
     left in the following figure).

System Board




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Battery and Module Bay Latches
DellTM LatitudeTM C840 Service Manual


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        and remove any installed batteries.

        NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by
        periodically touching unpainted metal on the computer.




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1 wear ribs (2 on
  underside)
2 bumps
3 slider
4 spring
5 bottom case
6 latch housing (2)
7 latch buttons (2)
8 location of snap tabs (2)


Removing and Replacing the Battery and Module
Bay Latches
  1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."

  2. Remove the keyboard.

  3. Remove the hinge cover.

  4. Remove the display assembly.

  5. Remove the palm rest.

  6. Remove a latch button from the bottom case by squeezing the snap tabs in the
     center of the latch.


     Tape over or hold down the upper latch assembly (spring and slider) to hold the
     assembly in place. Apply downward pressure to the snap tabs while squeezing
     them together (tweezers work well) to eject the latch button from the underside
     of the bottom case without loosening the upper latch assembly. If the upper latch
     assembly does come loose:

            a. Slide the spring onto the slider, and reinstall both pieces in the latch
               housing on the inside of the bottom case.


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             b. Ensure that the slider is inserted so that the side with the two bumps is
                facing the back of the bottom case, and the surface with the wear ribs lies
                against the upper surface of the bottom case.


   7. Hold the upper latch assembly in place while you snap the new latch button in
      from underneath the bottom case, making certain the snap tabs are fully
      engaged in the slider.


Ensure that the newly installed latch assembly moves smoothly and freely when
pushed and released.




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Battery Charger Board
DellTM LatitudeTM C840 Service Manual


        NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets
        and remove any installed batteries.

        NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by
        periodically touching unpainted metal on the computer.




Removing the Battery Charger Board
   1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."

   2. Remove the keyboard.

   3. Remove the hinge cover.


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   4. Remove the display assembly.

   5. Remove the palm rest.

   6. Remove the video graphics board.

   7. Lift the battery charger board out of the system board connector.



Replacing the Battery Charger Board
Align the screw holes on the battery charger board with the screw holes on the bottom
case, and then press the battery charger board down into its connector.




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LED Board
DellTM LatitudeTM C840 Service Manual


        NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets
        and remove any installed batteries.

        NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by
        periodically touching unpainted metal on the computer.




1 M2 x 4-mm screws (2)


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Removing the LED Board
   1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."

   2. Remove the hinge cover.

   3. Remove the two M2 x 4-mm screws.

   4. Lift the LED board away from its connector.



Replacing the LED Board
   1. Align the two screw holes with the two mounting holes on the bottom case, and
      press the board into its connector.

   2. Replace the two M2 x 4-mm screws.




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Fan
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        NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets
        and remove any installed batteries.

        NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by
        periodically touching unpainted metal on the computer.




1 fan cables
2 M2 x 4-mm screws (3)


Removing the Fan
   1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."


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   2. Remove the system board.

   3. Remove the three M2 x 4-mm screws from the fan.

   4. Disconnect the two fan cables from the system board.

   5. Pull the fan away from the back-panel bracket.



        NOTICE: When reconnecting the fan cables, connect the shorter cable to the
        connector closest to the fan. Route both cables so that they will not be pinched
        by the microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly.



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RJ-11/RJ-45 Module
DellTM LatitudeTM C840 Service Manual


        NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets
        and remove any installed batteries.

        NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by
        periodically touching unpainted metal on the computer.




1 network cable
2 bottom case
3 RJ-11/RJ-45 module
4 modem cable




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Removing the RJ-11/RJ-45 Module
   1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."

   2. Remove the system board.

   3. From outside the bottom case, push in and up on the RJ-11/RJ-45 module while
      pulling the side of the bottom case slightly outward. When the module
      disengages, lift it out.



Replacing the RJ-11/RJ-45 Module
When replacing the RJ-11/RJ-45 module, hold both cables safely out of the way and
snap the housing down into place. Then route the modem cable through the vertical
slot, through the appropriate posts, and out through the corner of the memory
module/modem cutout.




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1       vertical slot
2       modem cable


When replacing the system board, ensure that the network cable is safely above the
board and out of the way.




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Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors
DellTM LatitudeTM C840 Service Manual




USB Connector




Pin                                   Signal


1                                     VCC
2                                     -Data
3                                     +Data
4                                     Ground


Serial Connector




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Pin               Signal                           Pin                  Signal


1                 DCD                              6                    DSR
2                 RXDA                             7                    RTS
3                 TXDA                             8                    CTS
4                 DTR                              9                    RI
5                 GND


Parallel Connector




Pin           Signal                    Pin                    Signal



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1             STRB#                     11                     BUSY
2             PD0                       12                     PE
3             PD1                       13                     SLCT
4             PD2                       14                     AFDF#
5             PD3                       15                     ERROR#
6             PD4                       16                     INIT#
7             PD5F                      17                     SLCT_IN
8             PD6F                      18-23                  GND
9             PD7F                      24                     DFDD/LPT#
10            ACK#                      25                     GND


Video Connector




Pin             Signal                      Pin              Signal


1               RED                         9                CRT_VCC
2               GREEN                       10               GND
3               BLUE                        11               MSEN#
4               NC                          12               DAT_DDC2
5               GND                         13               HSYNC


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6               GND                         14               VSYNC
7               GND                         15               CLK_DDC2
8               GND


PS/2 Connector




Pin                            Signal


1                              DAT_KBD
2                              DAT_SM1
3                              GND
4                              PS2VCC
5                              CLK_KBD
6                              CLK_SM1


S-Video TV-Out Connector




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S-Video


Pin                             Signal


1                               GND
2                               GND
3                               DLUMA-L
4                               DCRMA-L


Composite Video


Pin                      Signal


5                        SPDIF
6                        DCMPS-L
7                        SPGND


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Pin       Signal                                   Pin        Signal


1         STRB#/5V                                 101        VGA_GRN
2         PD0                                      102        GND
3         PD1                                      103        VGA_RED
4         PD2                                      104        GND
5         PD3                                      105        VGA_BLU
6         PD4                                      106        DOCK_SD/MODE
7         PD5                                      107        D_IRTX
8         PD6                                      108        D_IRRX
9         PD7                                      109        GND
10        GND                                      110        SPIRQB#
11        DOCK_SPKR                                111        SPIRQC#
12        DOCK_MIC                                 112        DAT_DDC2
13        DOCK_LINE                                113        CLK_DDC2
14        DOCK_CDROM                               114        SPAR
15        GND                                      115        SPME#
16        M_SEN#                                   116        GND
17        POWER_SW#                                117        SSERR#



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18        QPCIEN#                                  118        SPERR#
19        S1.6M_EN#                                119        SLOCK#
20        DFDD/LPT#                                120        SSTOP#
21        GND                                      121        GND
22        NC                                       122        SDEVSEL#
23        NC                                       123        STRDY#
24        D_ATCTLED                                124        SIRDY#
25        D_PWRLED                                 125        SFRAME#
26        DOCK_PWR_SRC                             126        SCLKRUN#
27        DOCK_PWR_SRC                             127        GND
28        DOCK_PWR_SRC                             128        SGNTA#
29        GND                                      129        SREQA#
30        +5VDOCK                                  130        SGNT0#
31        +5VDOCK                                  131        SREQ0#
32        +5VDOCK                                  132        SPCIRST#
33        +5VDOCK                                  133        SH1SEL#
34        +5VDOCK                                  134        GND
35        GND                                      135        SWRPRT#
36        DOCK_PWR_SRC                             136        SDSKCHG#/DRQ
37        DOCK_PWR_SRC                             137        SDIR#
38        DOCK_PWR_SRC                             138        STRK0#
39        DOCK_PWR_SRC                             139        SSTEP#
40        GND                                      140        SDRV1#
41        DOCK_+DC_IN                              141        GND
42        DOCK_+DC_IN                              142        SMRT1#
43        DOCK_+DC_IN                              143        SWRDATA#
44        DOCK_+DC_IN                              144        SWGATE#



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45        DOCK_+DC_IN                              145        SRDATA#
46        DOCK_+DC_IN                              146        SINDEX#
47        DOCK_+DC_IN                              147        GND
48        DOCK_+DC_IN                              148        NC
49        GND                                      149        +5VALW
50        LOW_PWR                                  150        NC
51        HSYNC                                    151        GND
52        VSYNC                                    152        CLK_SPCI
53        GND                                      153        GND
54        DOCKED                                   154        SAD0
55        USB_VD1+                                 155        SAD1
56        USB_VD1-                                 156        SAD2
57        GND                                      157        SAD3
58        USB_VD2+                                 158        SAD4
59        USB_VD2-                                 159        SAD5
60        DOCKOCI#                                 160        SAD6
61        RUN_ON#                                  161        GND
62        GND                                      162        SAD7
63        NC                                       163        SAD8
64        DOCK_SCLK                                164        SC/BE0#
65        DOCK_LRCK                                165        SAD9
66        DOCK_MCLK                                166        SAD10
67        GND                                      167        SAD11
68        +12V                                     168        SAD12
69        AFD#                                     169        GND
70        ERROR#                                   170        SAD13
71        ACK#                                     171        SAD14



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72        GND                                      172        SAD15
73        INIT#                                    173        SAD16
74        SLCT_IN#                                 174        SC/BE1#
75        BUSY                                     175        CD/BE2#
76        PE                                       176        GND
77        SLCT                                     177        SAD17
78        GND                                      178        SAD18
79        DAT_SMB                                  179        SAD19
80        DCLK_SMB                                 180        SAD20
81        SMB_INIT#                                181        SAD21
82        GND                                      182        GND
83        DAT_DOCKSM1                              183        SAD22
84        CLK_DOCKSM1                              184        SAD23
85        DAT_DOCKKBD                              185        SAD24
86        CLK_DOCKKBD                              186        SC/BE3#
87        GND                                      187        SAD25
88        RI0                                      188        GND
89        CTS0                                     189        SAD26
90        RTS0                                     190        SAD27
91        DSR0                                     191        SAD28
92        GND                                      192        SAD29
93        DTR0                                     193        SAD30
94        TXD0#                                    194        SAD31
95        RXD0#                                    195        GND
96        DCD0                                     196        NC
97        NC                                       197        NC
98        +5VSUS                                   198        NC



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99         NC                                       199        NC
100        NC                                       200        GND


IEEE 1394 Connector




Pin                                    Signal


1                                      TPB-
2                                      TPB+
3                                      TPA-
4                                      TPA+




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