Dell 4100 specifications Flashing the Bios, Removing the Reserve Battery

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1.Align the pin-1 corner of the microprocessor module with the pin-1 corner of the ZIF socket, and insert the microprocessor module.

HINT: The pin-1 corner of the microprocessor module has a triangle that aligns with the triangle on the pin-1 corner of the ZIF socket.

NOTICE: You must position the microprocessor module correctly in the ZIF socket to avoid permanent damage to the module and the socket.

When the microprocessor module is correctly seated, all four corners are aligned at 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 "Removing the Microprocessor Module").

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

3.Update the BIOS using a flash BIOS update program floppy disk or CD. For instructions on how to flash the BIOS, see "Flashing the BIOS."

Flashing the BIOS

To update the BIOS:

1.Make sure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the main battery is installed properly.

2.Turn on the computer. The following error message appears:

System hardware failures: #0010

Strike the F1 key to shutdown

3.Instead of pressing , insert the flash BIOS update floppy disk or

CD into the appropriate drive and press , and then press . The computer displays the following message on the screen:

Failure override

Processor update failure. Reload current BIOS

Strike the F1 key to continue, F2 to run the setup utility.

4.Press . The computer continues to boot and updates the new BIOS.

5.Press to enter the system setup program and reset the boot sequence with the appropriate drive, if required.

6.Press to exit the system setup program.

7.Remove the flash BIOS update floppy disk or CD from the drive and restart the computer.

Reserve Battery

Removing the Reserve Battery

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 the BIOS. If possible, make a copy of this information before you remove the reserve battery.

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 touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.

NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" before performing the following procedure.

1.Remove the hard drive.

2.Remove the keyboard.

3.Disconnect the reserve battery cable from the system board connector.

4.Pry the reserve battery free from the system board. The reserve battery is attached to the system board with a piece of adhesive tape.

5.Remove any remnants of the adhesive tape from the system board.

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Contents Abbreviations and Acronyms Dell InspironHints, Notices, and Cautions Starting the Dell Diagnostics Using the Dell DiagnosticsWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Features of the Dell DiagnosticsAdvanced Testing Help Menu Advanced TestingDiagnostics Menu Advanced Testing Main ScreenHelp Description Category Confirming the System Configuration InformationPort Locations Ports and Connector Pin-OutsSerial Connector Pin Signal DefinitionPin Signal Parallel ConnectorDocking Connector PS/2 Connector Video Connector USB ConnectorVideo Composite Video Pin Signal Video TV-Out ConnectorClick Performance and Maintenance Conserving PowerPower Conservation Modes Power Options PropertiesPortable/Laptop default Home/Office Always On Power Schemes TabPower Meter Tab Hibernate Tab Back to Contents Recommended Tools Removing and Replacing PartsPreparing to Work Inside the Computer Screw Identification Exploded View System ComponentsPalm Rest Inserts Removing the Hard Drive Hard Drive AssemblyDisplay Cover Replacing the Hard Drive Adding a Daughter Card ModemRemoving the Memory Module Cover Module Bay DevicesMemory Module Replacing the Memory Modules Removing the Memory ModulesReplacing the Mini PCI Card Mini PCI Card AssemblyRemoving the Mini PCI Card Removing the Keyboard Keyboard AssemblyReplacing the Keyboard Display Assembly Page Removing the 14.1-Inch Display Panel Removing the 14.1-Inch Display BezelReplacing the Display Latch Display LatchReplacing the 14.1-Inch Display Panel Removing the Display LatchReplacing the Hinge Covers Hinge CoversRemoving the Hinge Covers Palm Rest Remove the display assembly and hinge coversPage Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly Replacing the Microprocessor Module Replacing the Microprocessor Thermal Cooling AssemblyMicroprocessor Module Removing the Microprocessor ModuleRemoving the Reserve Battery Flashing the BiosReserve Battery Removing the Speaker Assemblies System Speaker AssemblyReplacing the Reserve Battery Page Removing the System Board System Board AssemblyReplacing the Speaker Assemblies Replacing the System Board Replacing the Battery and Module Bay Latches Back to Contents Overview System Setup ProgramViewing the System Setup Screens System Setup ScreensEnabling the Infrared Sensor Changing Printer ModesChanging COM Ports Power Problems Solving ProblemsAccessing Help Files Click Control Panel Click Add or Remove Programs Error MessagesVideo and Display Problems If the display is blankIf the display is difficult to read Sound and Speaker ProblemsIf you have a problem with integrated speakers If you have a problem with external speakersClose the Modems Properties window Printer ProblemsModem and Internet Connection Problems Modems Properties window, click Dialing PropertiesUnexpected Characters Scanner ProblemsTouch Pad or Mouse Problems External Keyboard ProblemsIf you cannot play a CD, CD-RW, or DVD Drive ProblemsIf you cannot save a file to a floppy drive General Program Problems Network ProblemsProgram stops responding Mail ProblemsError messages appear If Your Computer Gets WetIf You Drop or Damage Your Computer Resolving Other Technical ProblemsReinstalling Drivers and Utilities Reinstalling the Modem or Network Adapter Driver Windows Manually Reinstalling DriversUsing the Windows XP Device Driver Rollback Reinstalling the Modem or Network Adapter Driver Windows XPWindows Me Click Performance and Maintenance, and then click SystemResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Windows XPClick File System Using System RestoreCreating a Restore Point Click the System Restore tabRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Reinstalling WindowsUndoing the Last System Restore Reinstalling Windows XPDouble-clickRefresh Windows OS Reinstalling Windows MeReinstalling Windows Enabling Hibernate Support System Specifications Display CommunicationsVideo AudioTrack Stick BatteryKeyboard Touch PadEnvironmental PhysicalDisplay Tour of Your ComputerFront View Display LatchKeyboard Status Lights MicrophoneDevice Status Lights Touch PadLeft Side View Speakers Right Side ViewHard Drive Security Cable SlotInfrared Sensor Audio ConnectorsModem Connector Network ConnectorBack View Video TV-Out ConnectorSerial Connector Parallel ConnectorVideo Monitor Connector Docking ConnectorPS/2 Connector USB ConnectorDocking Device Latch Battery Release LatchBottom View Module Release Latch
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