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...; 03 Rev. All other jurisdictions. A00 Regulatory model: D12U | Type: D12U001 Computer model: Inspiron 3050 NOTE: The images in the United States and/or other marks and names mentioned herein may differ from your computer depending on the configuration you ordered. All rights reserved. Inspiron Micro Desktop 3000 Series Views Specifications Copyright © 2015 Dell Inc. in this document may be trademarks of...
...; 03 Rev. All other jurisdictions. A00 Regulatory model: D12U | Type: D12U001 Computer model: Inspiron 3050 NOTE: The images in the United States and/or other marks and names mentioned herein may differ from your computer depending on the configuration you ordered. All rights reserved. Inspiron Micro Desktop 3000 Series Views Specifications Copyright © 2015 Dell Inc. in this document may be trademarks of...
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... enabled device. Specifications Back Front Views 123 4 5 6 Back Left Right 1 Power-adapter port Connect a power adapter to provide power to your computer and charge the battery. 2 DisplayPort Connects your computer to the connector indicate the connectivity status and network activity. 6 Headset port Connect a headphone, a microphone, or a headphone and microphone combo (headset). Provide data transfer speeds up to 480 Mbps. 5 Network port Connect an Ethernet (RJ45) cable from a router or a broadband modem for network or internet access...
... enabled device. Specifications Back Front Views 123 4 5 6 Back Left Right 1 Power-adapter port Connect a power adapter to provide power to your computer and charge the battery. 2 DisplayPort Connects your computer to the connector indicate the connectivity status and network activity. 6 Headset port Connect a headphone, a microphone, or a headphone and microphone combo (headset). Provide data transfer speeds up to 480 Mbps. 5 Network port Connect an Ethernet (RJ45) cable from a router or a broadband modem for network or internet access...
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Dimensions and weight System information Memory Ports and connectors Communications Video Media-card reader Power adapter Computer environment Audio Storage Views Dimensions and weight Height Width Depth Weight (maximum) Specifications 52.50 mm (2.07 in) 131 mm (5.16 in) 131 mm (5.16 in) 0.59 kg (1.30 lb) NOTE: The weight of your desktop varies depending on the configuration ordered and the manufacturing variability.
Dimensions and weight System information Memory Ports and connectors Communications Video Media-card reader Power adapter Computer environment Audio Storage Views Dimensions and weight Height Width Depth Weight (maximum) Specifications 52.50 mm (2.07 in) 131 mm (5.16 in) 131 mm (5.16 in) 0.59 kg (1.30 lb) NOTE: The weight of your desktop varies depending on the configuration ordered and the manufacturing variability.
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Views Memory Slot Type Speed Configurations supported Specifications One SODIMM slot DDR3L 1600 MHz 2 GB, 4 GB, and 8 GB Dimensions and weight System information Memory Ports and connectors Communications Video Media-card reader Power adapter Computer environment Audio Storage
Views Memory Slot Type Speed Configurations supported Specifications One SODIMM slot DDR3L 1600 MHz 2 GB, 4 GB, and 8 GB Dimensions and weight System information Memory Ports and connectors Communications Video Media-card reader Power adapter Computer environment Audio Storage
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Views Ports and connectors External: Network USB Audio/video Internal: M.2 Specifications One RJ45 port • Three USB 2.0 ports • One USB 3.0 port • One headset port (headphone and microphone combo) • One DisplayPort • One HDMI port One M.2 card slot for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth combo card Dimensions and weight System information Memory Ports and connectors Communications Video Media-card reader Power adapter Computer environment Audio Storage
Views Ports and connectors External: Network USB Audio/video Internal: M.2 Specifications One RJ45 port • Three USB 2.0 ports • One USB 3.0 port • One headset port (headphone and microphone combo) • One DisplayPort • One HDMI port One M.2 card slot for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth combo card Dimensions and weight System information Memory Ports and connectors Communications Video Media-card reader Power adapter Computer environment Audio Storage
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Views Communications Ethernet Wireless Specifications 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controller integrated on system board • Wi-Fi 802.11ac • Bluetooth 4.0 Dimensions and weight System information Memory Ports and connectors Communications Video Media-card reader Power adapter Computer environment Audio Storage
Views Communications Ethernet Wireless Specifications 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controller integrated on system board • Wi-Fi 802.11ac • Bluetooth 4.0 Dimensions and weight System information Memory Ports and connectors Communications Video Media-card reader Power adapter Computer environment Audio Storage
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Views Storage Interface Solid-state drive Specifications SATA 3 Gbps One M.2 drive Dimensions and weight System information Memory Ports and connectors Communications Video Media-card reader Power adapter Computer environment Audio Storage
Views Storage Interface Solid-state drive Specifications SATA 3 Gbps One M.2 drive Dimensions and weight System information Memory Ports and connectors Communications Video Media-card reader Power adapter Computer environment Audio Storage
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Views Media-card reader Type Card supported Specifications One SD card slot SD card Dimensions and weight System information Memory Ports and connectors Communications Video Media-card reader Power adapter Computer environment Audio Storage
Views Media-card reader Type Card supported Specifications One SD card slot SD card Dimensions and weight System information Memory Ports and connectors Communications Video Media-card reader Power adapter Computer environment Audio Storage
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...Shock (maximum) Altitude (maximum) G2 or lower as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985 20% to 80% (noncondensing) Operating Storage 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) -40°C to 65°C (-40...using a random vibration spectrum that simulates user environment. † Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse when the hard drive is in use. ‡ Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse when the hard-drive head is in parked position. Dimensions and weight System information Memory Ports and connectors Communications Video Media-card reader Power adapter Computer environment Audio...
...Shock (maximum) Altitude (maximum) G2 or lower as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985 20% to 80% (noncondensing) Operating Storage 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) -40°C to 65°C (-40...using a random vibration spectrum that simulates user environment. † Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse when the hard drive is in use. ‡ Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse when the hard-drive head is in parked position. Dimensions and weight System information Memory Ports and connectors Communications Video Media-card reader Power adapter Computer environment Audio...
Inspiron 3050 Service Manual
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Contents Before working inside your computer 7 Before you begin 7 Safety instructions 8 Recommended tools 9 After working inside your computer 10 Technical overview 11 Inside view of your computer 11 System-board components (top view 12 System-board components (bottom view 13 Removing the base cover 14 Procedure...14 Replacing the base cover 17 Procedure...17 Removing the memory module 18 Prerequisites...18 Procedure...18 Replacing the memory module 20 Procedure...20 Post-requisites 22 Removing the processor fan 23 Prerequisites...23 Procedure...23 3
Contents Before working inside your computer 7 Before you begin 7 Safety instructions 8 Recommended tools 9 After working inside your computer 10 Technical overview 11 Inside view of your computer 11 System-board components (top view 12 System-board components (bottom view 13 Removing the base cover 14 Procedure...14 Replacing the base cover 17 Procedure...17 Removing the memory module 18 Prerequisites...18 Procedure...18 Replacing the memory module 20 Procedure...20 Post-requisites 22 Removing the processor fan 23 Prerequisites...23 Procedure...23 3
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... , from your computer. 6 Remove any media card and optical disc from your computer. 5 Disconnect all attached devices and peripherals, such as keyboard, mouse, monitor, and so on the configuration you begin 1 Save and close all open files and exit all open applications. 2 Shut down instructions. 3 Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets. 4 Disconnect all cables such as telephone cables, network cables and so on...
... , from your computer. 6 Remove any media card and optical disc from your computer. 5 Disconnect all attached devices and peripherals, such as keyboard, mouse, monitor, and so on the configuration you begin 1 Save and close all open files and exit all open applications. 2 Shut down instructions. 3 Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets. 4 Disconnect all cables such as telephone cables, network cables and so on...
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... computer, ground yourself by the Dell technical assistance team. After you must disengage before opening the computer cover or panels. CAUTION: When you work surface is not covered by your computer. When connecting cables, ensure that shipped with the product or at dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. Safety instructions Use the following safety guidelines to the power source. WARNING: Before working inside your personal safety. CAUTION: To...
... computer, ground yourself by the Dell technical assistance team. After you must disengage before opening the computer cover or panels. CAUTION: When you work surface is not covered by your computer. When connecting cables, ensure that shipped with the product or at dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. Safety instructions Use the following safety guidelines to the power source. WARNING: Before working inside your personal safety. CAUTION: To...
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After working inside your computer CAUTION: Leaving stray or loose screws inside your computer may severely damage your computer. 1 Replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside your computer. 2 Connect any external devices, peripherals, and cables you removed before working on your computer. 3 Replace any media cards, discs, and any other parts that you removed before working on your computer. 4 Connect your computer and all attached devices to their electrical outlets. 5 Turn on your computer. 10
After working inside your computer CAUTION: Leaving stray or loose screws inside your computer may severely damage your computer. 1 Replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside your computer. 2 Connect any external devices, peripherals, and cables you removed before working on your computer. 3 Replace any media cards, discs, and any other parts that you removed before working on your computer. 4 Connect your computer and all attached devices to their electrical outlets. 5 Turn on your computer. 10
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System-board components (bottom view) 1 solid-state drive slot (NGF_SSD) 2 CMOS and password reset jumper (CMOS+PW) 3 wireless-card slot (NGF_WLAN) 4 coin-cell battery 5 hard-drive cable connector (SATA_HDD) 6 coin-cell battery cable connector (BATTERY) 13
System-board components (bottom view) 1 solid-state drive slot (NGF_SSD) 2 CMOS and password reset jumper (CMOS+PW) 3 wireless-card slot (NGF_WLAN) 4 coin-cell battery 5 hard-drive cable connector (SATA_HDD) 6 coin-cell battery cable connector (BATTERY) 13
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Procedure 1 Carefully lift the system-board assembly and turn it over. 1 top-cover assembly 3 alignment posts (4) 2 system-board assembly 2 Using your fingertips, gently release the securing tabs on the hard-drive cable. 3 Disconnect the hard-drive cable from the system board. 4 Remove the screws that secure the hard drive to the hard-drive bay. 45
Procedure 1 Carefully lift the system-board assembly and turn it over. 1 top-cover assembly 3 alignment posts (4) 2 system-board assembly 2 Using your fingertips, gently release the securing tabs on the hard-drive cable. 3 Disconnect the hard-drive cable from the system board. 4 Remove the screws that secure the hard drive to the hard-drive bay. 45
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... tabs to secure the cable. 6 Turn the system-board assembly over and using the alignment posts, snap the system-board assembly into the hard-drive bay. 3 Align the screw holes on the hard-drive assembly with the screw holes on the hard-drive bay. 4 Replace the screws that shipped with your computer and follow the instructions in "Replacing the processor fan". 2 Replace the base cover. 48 For more...
... tabs to secure the cable. 6 Turn the system-board assembly over and using the alignment posts, snap the system-board assembly into the hard-drive bay. 3 Align the screw holes on the hard-drive assembly with the screw holes on the hard-drive bay. 4 Replace the screws that shipped with your computer and follow the instructions in "Replacing the processor fan". 2 Replace the base cover. 48 For more...
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... enter the Service Tag in After working inside your computer. NOTE: Your computer's Service Tag is stored in Before working inside your computer. Procedure After performing all the steps in prerequisites, we are left with your computer and follow the instructions in the BIOS setup program after you replace the system board. Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. 2 Remove the processor fan. 3 Remove the processor heat-sink. 4 Remove the memory module. 5 Remove the wireless card. 6 Remove...
... enter the Service Tag in After working inside your computer. NOTE: Your computer's Service Tag is stored in Before working inside your computer. Procedure After performing all the steps in prerequisites, we are left with your computer and follow the instructions in the BIOS setup program after you replace the system board. Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. 2 Remove the processor fan. 3 Remove the processor heat-sink. 4 Remove the memory module. 5 Remove the wireless card. 6 Remove...
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You must make the desired changes again after you replace the system board. NOTE: Replacing the system board removes any changes you replace the system board. You must enter the Service Tag in the BIOS setup program after you have made to the BIOS using the BIOS setup program. Post-requisites 1 Replace the solid-state drive. 2 Replace the coin-cell battery. 3 Replace the wireless card. 4 Replace the memory module. 5 Replace the processor heat-sink. 6 Replace the processor fan. 7 Replace the base cover. 51 After working inside your...
You must make the desired changes again after you replace the system board. NOTE: Replacing the system board removes any changes you replace the system board. You must enter the Service Tag in the BIOS setup program after you have made to the BIOS using the BIOS setup program. Post-requisites 1 Replace the solid-state drive. 2 Replace the coin-cell battery. 3 Replace the wireless card. 4 Replace the memory module. 5 Replace the processor heat-sink. 6 Replace the processor fan. 7 Replace the base cover. 51 After working inside your...
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... and the operating system logo appears, continue to appear and then press F2 immediately. If you change a user-selectable option, such as the user password, type of hard drive installed, enabling or disabling base devices, and so on (or restart) your computer. 2 During POST, when the DELL logo is displayed, watch for future reference. Use BIOS setup program to: • Get information about the hardware installed in the BIOS setup program. NOTE...
... and the operating system logo appears, continue to appear and then press F2 immediately. If you change a user-selectable option, such as the user password, type of hard drive installed, enabling or disabling base devices, and so on (or restart) your computer. 2 During POST, when the DELL logo is displayed, watch for future reference. Use BIOS setup program to: • Get information about the hardware installed in the BIOS setup program. NOTE...
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services Troubleshooting information, user manuals, setup instructions, product specifications, technical help resources: Self-Help Information Accessing Windows Help Self-Help Options Windows 8.1-Open the Search charm, type Help and Support in the search box, and press Enter. See Me and My Dell at dell.com/ support/manuals. Information about Dell products and See dell.com. Learn about Microsoft Windows 7 Click Start → All Programs → Dell Help Documentation. Getting help and contacting Dell Self-help resources You...
services Troubleshooting information, user manuals, setup instructions, product specifications, technical help resources: Self-Help Information Accessing Windows Help Self-Help Options Windows 8.1-Open the Search charm, type Help and Support in the search box, and press Enter. See Me and My Dell at dell.com/ support/manuals. Information about Dell products and See dell.com. Learn about Microsoft Windows 7 Click Start → All Programs → Dell Help Documentation. Getting help and contacting Dell Self-help resources You...