Dell Inspiron 5505 - Chapter 2: 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 #1
• Phillips screwdriver #0
• 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
M2x4 7
Battery (3-cell) Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2x3 4
Battery (4-cell) Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2x3 5
Solid-state drive mounting
bracket
Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2x3 1
Solid-state drive (M.2 slot
one)
Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2x3 1
Solid-state drive (M.2 slot
two)
Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2x3 1
Wireless-card bracket System board M2x3 1
Fan Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2x2 2
Left hinge Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2.5x5
M2.5x3.5
2
1
2
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