Dell Inspiron 17 - Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS

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22. Replace the optical drive (see Replacing the Optical Drive).
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23. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Battery).
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24. Turn on the computer.
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25. Enter the service tag (see Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS).
Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS
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1. Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the main battery is installed properly.
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2. Turn on the computer.
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3. Press <F2> during POST to enter the system setup program.
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4. Navigate to the security tab and enter the service tag in the Set Service Tag field.
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CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may
result in damage to the computer.
NOTE: After you have replaced the system board, enter the computer's Service Tag into the BIOS of the replacement system board.