Dell Inspiron 8000 - Computer Care and Damage Resolution; E-Mail Problems; If Your Computer Gets Wet; If You Drop or Damage Your Computer

48 Adding Parts
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Replacing the Palm Rests
1 Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down
the computer (see page 16).
2 If the computer is connected (docked) to an advanced port replicator
(APR), undock it (see page 53).
3 Keep the display open, and tilt the computer back so that you can
access the bottom of the computer.
4 Slide and hold the latch release on the left side, and remove any device
installed in the media bay.
5 Slide and hold the latch release on the right side, and remove any
battery installed in the battery bay.
6 Locate the indentation under each palm rest, place your thumbs on
the indentation, and push to release the palm rests.
7 Remove the palm rests.
8 To replace the palm rests, insert the tabs on the edge of the palm rest
into the slots and then press down until you hear a click.
Repeat the process on each side.
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