Removing the base cover
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.
Prerequisites
1 Remove the stand.
2 Remove the back cover.
Procedure
1 Remove the two screws (M3x5) that secure the base cover to the display-assembly base, and remove the two screws (M3x5) that
secure the base cover to the rear-I/O bracket.
2 Pry and lift the base cover starting from the location shown o the middle frame and rear-I/O bracket.
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