Replacing the computer
base
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the
safety information that shipped with your computer and
follow the steps in
Before working inside your computer.
After working inside your computer, follow the instructions
in After working inside your computer. For more safety best
practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at
www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Procedure
Place the computer base on a flat surface.
Post-requisites
1 Replace the subwoofer.
2 Replace the I/O board.
3 Replace the speakers.
4 Replace the battery.
5 Replace the power-adapter port.
6 Replace the display assembly.
7 Follow the procedure from step 5 to step 11 in “Replacing the palm rest”.
8 Replace the wireless card.
9 Replace the base panel.
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