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others, the processor is not seated correctly.

NOTICE: To prevent intermittent contact between the ZIF-socket cam screw and the processor when removing or replacing the processor, press to apply slight pressure to the center of the processor while turning the cam screw.

2.Tighten the ZIF socket by turning the cam screw clockwise to secure the processor to the system board.

3.Peel the backing off the thermal cooling pad and adhere the pad to the portion of the thermal-cooling assembly that covers the processor.

4.Replace the processor thermal-cooling assembly (see Replacing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly).

5.Replace the module cover.

6.Update the BIOS using a flash BIOS-update program CD. See (Flashing the BIOS).

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Contents Page Turning Off Your Computer Before You BeginRecommended Tools Before Working Inside Your ComputerBack to Contents Flashing the Bios From a CD Flashing the BiosFlashing the Bios From the Hard Drive Removing the Bluetooth Card Internal Card With Bluetooth Wireless TechnologyReplacing the Bluetooth Card Removing the LCD Camera LCD Camera optionalReplacing the LCD Camera Coin-Cell Battery Removing the Coin-Cell BatteryBack to Contents Processor Installing the ProcessorRemoving the Processor Back to Contents Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling AssemblyReplacing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Display Assembly Removing the Display AssemblyReplacing the Display Assembly Replacing the Display Bezel Removing the Display BezelRemoving the Display Panel Replacing the Display Panel Removing the Display Panel CableRemoving the Display Hinges Removing the Hard Drive Hard DriveReplacing the Hard Drive Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover Removing the Hinge Covers and Center Control CoverReplacing the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover Removing the Keyboard KeyboardReplacing the Keyboard Back to Contents Memory Removing the Dimm 1 Memory ModuleReplacing the Dimm 1 Memory Module Removing the Dimm 2 Memory ModuleReplacing the Dimm 2 Memory Module Back to Contents Subscriber Identity Module Wireless Mini CardsCommunication Cards Removing a Wlan CardReplacing a Wlan Card Removing a Mobile Broadband or Wwan Card Replacing a Wwan Card Flash Cache ModuleRemoving the FCM Replacing the FCM Card Optical Drive Palm Rest Removing the Palm RestReplacing the Palm Rest ExpressCard Reader Video Connector Pin Assignments for I/O ConnectorsUSB Connector Hdmi ConnectorShell Wireless Sniffer Board Speaker System Board Removing the System BoardReplacing the System Board Back to Contents

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M1330 specifications

The Dell XPS M1330 is a highly regarded laptop that gained popularity for its combination of portability, performance, and style. Released in the late 2000s, it became a favorite among students and professionals alike. With a sleek and compact design, the M1330 features a 13.3-inch display, which strikes a balance between size and usability, making it easy to carry yet large enough for productive tasks.

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