Dell G7 7700 - Removing and Installing Components; Recommended Tools; Screw List

Removing and installing components
Recommended tools
The procedures in this document may require the following tools:
• Phillips screwdriver #0
• Phillips screwdriver #1
• Plastic scribe
Screw list
NOTE: When removing screws from a component, it is recommended to note the screw type, the quantity of screws,
and then place them in a screw storage box. This is to ensure that the correct number of screws and correct screw type
is restored when the component is replaced.
NOTE: Some computers have magnetic surfaces. Ensure that the screws are not left attached to such surface when
replacing a component.
NOTE: Screw color may vary with the configuration ordered.
Table 1. Screw list
Component Secured to Screw type Quantity Screw image
Base cover Palm-rest and
keyboard assembly
M2x5 6
Battery (3-cell) Palm-rest and
keyboard assembly
M2x4 4
Battery (6-cell) Palm-rest and
keyboard assembly
M2x4 7
Display cable holder Palm-rest and
keyboard assembly
M2x4 1
Display hinges Palm-rest and
keyboard assembly
M2.5x5 8
Graphics-card fan System board and
palm-rest and
keyboard assembly
M2x4 3
Hard-drive assembly Palm-rest and
keyboard assembly
M2x4 3
Hard-drive bracket Hard drive M3x3 4
I/O board Palm-rest and
keyboard assembly
M2x4 2
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