Dell Inspiron 7580 - Removing the base cover

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.
Procedure
1 Close the display and turn the computer over.
2 Loosen the six captive screws that secure the base cover to the palm-rest assembly.
3 Remove the 4 screws (M2.5x5) that secure the base cover to the palm-rest assembly.
4 Using a plastic scribe, pry and release the tabs on the base cover from the slots on the palm-rest assembly.
5 Lift the base cover from the palm-rest assembly.
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