XPS 8700 Owner’s ManualComputer model: XPS 8700Regulatory model: D14MRegulatory type: D14M001OM_Book.book Page 1 Tuesday, April 30, 2013 6:07 PM
10 | Before You BeginSafety InstructionsUse the following safety guidelines to protect your computer from potential damage and ensure your personal
After Working Inside Your Computer | 11After Working Inside Your ComputerAfter you complete the replacement procedures, ensure the following:• R
12 | Technical OverviewTechnical Overview WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your compute
Technical Overview | 13System-Board Components1 chassis fan connector (SYS_FAN 1)2 power connector (PWRCONN1)3 processor socket 4 processor fan conn
14 | Technical Overview11 mSATA slot (MSATA1) 12 SATA 3.0 (6 Gb/s) drive connector (SATA 2)13 SATA 3.0 (6 Gb/s) drive connector (SATA 4)14 SATA 3.0
Removing the Computer Cover | 15Removing the Computer Cover WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped
16 | Replacing the Computer CoverReplacing the Computer Cover WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipp
Removing the Memory Module(s) | 17Removing the Memory Module(s) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shi
18 | Replacing the Memory Module(s)Replacing the Memory Module(s) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that s
Replacing the Memory Module(s) | 191 Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory-module connector.2 Align the notch on the bottom of the m
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. CAUTION: A CAUTION indic
20 | Replacing the Memory Module(s)3 Insert the memory module into the memory-module connector until the memory module snaps into position.If you in
Removing the Front Bezel | 21Removing the Front Bezel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with
22 | Removing the Front BezelProcedure1 Place the computer in an upright position.2 Grasp and release the front bezel tabs sequentially, one at a ti
Replacing the Front Bezel | 23Replacing the Front Bezel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped
24 | Removing the Graphics-Card Bracket (optional)Removing the Graphics-Card Bracket (optional) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read
Replacing the Graphics-Card Bracket (optional) | 25Replacing the Graphics-Card Bracket (optional) WARNING: Before working inside your computer
26 | Removing the Graphics CardRemoving the Graphics Card WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped w
Removing the Graphics Card | 27Procedure1 Remove the screw that secures the card-retention bracket to the chassis.2 Lift the card-retention bracket
28 | Removing the Graphics Card5 Press and hold the securing tab on the card connector, grasp the card by its top corners, and then ease the card ou
Replacing the Graphics Card | 29Replacing the Graphics Card WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shippe
Contents | 3ContentsBefore You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Turn Off Your Computer and Connected Devices. . . . .
30 | Removing the Wireless Mini-CardRemoving the Wireless Mini-Card WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that
Removing the Wireless Mini-Card | 313 Slide and remove the wireless mini-card out of the wireless mini-card connector.1 wireless mini-card conne
32 | Replacing the Wireless Mini-CardReplacing the Wireless Mini-Card WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information th
Removing the mSATA Drive | 33Removing the mSATA Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with
34 | Replacing the mSATA DriveReplacing the mSATA Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped wit
Removing the Primary Hard-Drive | 35Removing the Primary Hard-Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that
36 | Removing the Primary Hard-DriveProcedure1 Disconnect the power and data cables from the primary hard-drive.2 Remove the screws that secure the
Replacing the Primary Hard-Drive | 37Replacing the Primary Hard-Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information th
38 | Removing the Hard-Drive CageRemoving the Hard-Drive Cage WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipp
Replacing the Hard-Drive Cage | 39Replacing the Hard-Drive Cage WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shi
4 | ContentsRemoving the Graphics-Card Bracket (optional). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Prerequisites. . . . . . . . . . .
40 | Removing the Secondary Hard-Drive (optional)Removing the Secondary Hard-Drive (optional) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read t
Replacing the Secondary Hard-Drive (optional) | 41Replacing the Secondary Hard-Drive (optional) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read
42 | Installing a third Hard-Drive (optional)Installing a third Hard-Drive (optional) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safet
Installing a third Hard-Drive (optional) | 433 Gently slide the third hard-drive into the hard-drive bay through the front of the computer.1 third h
44 | Installing a third Hard-Drive (optional)4 Replace the screws that secure the third hard-drive to the chassis.5 Connect the power and data cable
Removing the Optical Drive | 45Removing the Optical Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped w
46 | Replacing the Optical DriveReplacing the Optical Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped
Removing the Top Cover | 47Removing the Top Cover WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your
48 | Replacing the Top CoverReplacing the Top Cover WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with yo
Removing the Media-Card Reader | 49Removing the Media-Card Reader WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that s
Contents | 5Replacing the Primary Hard-Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37P
50 | Replacing the Media-Card ReaderReplacing the Media-Card Reader WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that
Removing the Top I/O Panel | 51Removing the Top I/O Panel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipp
52 | Removing the Top I/O Panel1 top I/O panel 2 top panel3 screws (2) 4 USB cable connector (F_USB3)5 Audio cable connector (F_AUDIO1)13245OM_Book.
Replacing the Top I/O Panel | 53Replacing the Top I/O Panel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped
54 | Removing the Front USB PanelRemoving the Front USB Panel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipp
Removing the Front USB Panel | 551 front USB panel 2 screw3 USB panel cables123OM_Book.book Page 55 Tuesday, April 30, 2013 6:07 PM
56 | Replacing the Front USB PanelReplacing the Front USB Panel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that
Removing the Power Button Module | 57Removing the Power Button Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety informatio
58 | Removing the Power Button Module1 power button module cable 2 power button module tabs (4)3 power button module123OM_Book.book Page 58 Tu
Replacing the Power Button Module | 59Replacing the Power Button Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety informat
6 | ContentsReplacing the Top Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
60 | Removing the Chassis FanRemoving the Chassis Fan WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with
Replacing the Chassis Fan | 61Replacing the Chassis Fan WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped
62 | Removing the Processor Fan and Heat-SinkRemoving the Processor Fan and Heat-Sink WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safet
Removing the Processor Fan and Heat-Sink | 631 processor fan cable 2 processor fan and heat-sink assembly3 captive screws (4)123OM_Book.book Pa
64 | Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat-SinkReplacing the Processor Fan and Heat-Sink WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the saf
Removing the Processor | 65Removing the Processor WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your
66 | Removing the Processor3 Gently lift the processor and remove it from the processor socket.1 release lever 2 securing tab3 processor cover 4 soc
Replacing the Processor | 67Replacing the Processor WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with yo
68 | Replacing the ProcessorProcedure1 Ensure that the release lever on the processor socket is fully extended in the open position. CAUTION: You m
Removing the Coin-Cell Battery | 69Removing the Coin-Cell Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that s
Contents | 7Replacing the Chassis Fan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
70 | Replacing the Coin-Cell BatteryReplacing the Coin-Cell Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that
Removing the Power-Supply Unit | 71Removing the Power-Supply Unit WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information th
72 | Replacing the Power-Supply UnitReplacing the Power-Supply Unit WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that
Removing the System Board | 73Removing the System Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped
74 | Removing the System BoardProcedure NOTE: Your computer’s service tag is stored in the system board. You must enter the service tag in the BIOS
Replacing the System Board | 75Replacing the System Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipp
76 | System SetupSystem SetupOverviewUse system setup to:• Get information about the hardware installed in your computer, such as the amount of RAM,
System Setup | 77System Setup ScreensThe system setup screen displays current or changeable configuration information for your computer. Information
78 | System SetupMain→ Processor InformationProcessor Type Displays the processor type.Processor ID Displays the processor identification code.Proce
System Setup | 79SATA 3Device Type Displays the type of device connected.Device ID Displays the device identification code.Device Size Displays the
8 | ContentsReplacing the System Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
80 | System SetupAdvanced→ Onboard Device ConfigurationOnboard Audio Controller Allows you to enable or disable the onboard audio controller.SATA M
System Setup | 81PowerWake Up by Integrated LAN/WLANIf enabled, will wake the system using a network message.AC Recovery Allows you to select the a
82 | System SetupChanging Boot SequenceChanging Boot Sequence for the Current BootYou can use this feature to change the current boot sequence, for
System Setup | 83Clearing Forgotten Passwords WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your com
84 | System SetupClearing CMOS Settings WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer
Flashing the BIOS | 85Flashing the BIOSThe BIOS may require flashing when an update is available or when replacing the system board. To flash t
86 | More InformationMore InformationTo learn about Windows 8:1 Turn on the computer. 2 Go to dell.com/support.3 Type Windows 8 in the search box an
Before You Begin | 9Before You BeginTurn Off Your Computer and Connected Devices CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and e
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