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    opening xps m1730 casing

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by zamzam, Dec 26, 2007.

  1. zamzam

    zamzam Newbie

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    ok so how hard is it to open and close xps casing?
    Is it simply a matter of screws or
    are there going to be a loads of little parts that need to
    be properly realigned with the casing to close it properly?
    Are there any seals that will loose my warranty if I open it?
    I have some reasons to believe that some problems with SLI
    may be solved by simply reinserting gfx cards into its slots.
     
    zamzam, Dec 26, 2007
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  2. Khris

    Khris Yes I am better than you!

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    You're better off calling Dell and having a tech out to do it to ensure that you don't screw up your warranty.
     
    Khris, Dec 26, 2007
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  3. Mark

    Mark Desktop Debugger

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    Yea, I agree with Khris.

    It isn't hard to open up a notebook, but if it is under warranty, it is best to have a tech look at it to ensure you don't void your warranty.

    When I opened up my Dell Insprion 6000D a while back, there weren't any seals or anything, but I wasn't worried as my warranty was close to expiring.
     
    Mark, Dec 26, 2007
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  4. sly

    sly m1530 owner!!!

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    yeah dont take chances
     
    sly, Dec 26, 2007
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  5. MrBubbles

    MrBubbles Notebook Consultant

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    So when the dust clogs up the fans inside we need to call Dell to clean it? Damn that sux!
     
    MrBubbles, Dec 26, 2007
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  6. Khris

    Khris Yes I am better than you!

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    If you want to keep your warranty in tact......yes.
     
    Khris, Dec 27, 2007
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  7. ifti

    ifti Undiscovered

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    Ive opened up my Latitude D620 several times to upgrade RAM, change the keyboard, and so on.
    Dell know Ive opened it since the RAM is upgraded and the laptop didnt come with Bluetooth card - I added it in after, yet they still come out to repair the laptop if need be.
    I have a business account with my own account manager - he knows I open laptops etc and tinker with them to try to fix issues myself if I can, but he's still happy to send technicians round as well ;)
     
    ifti, Dec 29, 2007
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  8. Khris

    Khris Yes I am better than you!

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    RAM, Keyboards, and MiniPCI cards are all USER SERVICEABLE. This means that the USER can SERVICE those items themselves without requiring a Dell tech.

    If you physically were to open the laptop chassis however, then you run the risk of voiding your warranty (unless you're certified to do so).
     
    Khris, Dec 29, 2007
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  9. Dell C.A.

    Dell C.A. Company Representative

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    This is John, a support analyst working at Dell headquarters.

    The service manual for the XPS m1730 can be found here:

    http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/xpsm1730/en/sm/index.htm

    While you won't void your warranty by opening your notebook (as many have suggested) I wouldn't recommend doing so unless you feel absolutely comfortable with it. Notebook repair is a bit more nerve-wracking than desktop repair can be.

    What problem are you trying to correct exactly? Perhaps I can be of some assistance.

    John
    Dell Customer Advocate
     
    Dell C.A., Dec 31, 2007
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