NOTE: The video graphics board may have a flexible shield attached to it with
an adhesive. The shield prevents electromagnetic interference with other
electronic devices, such as cellular phones. Do not exchange or reuse the shield.
Newer versions of the board may not require the shield; if a shield is required, it
is already attached to the replacement board.
1. Follow the instructions in "
Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."
2. Remove the
keyboard.
3. Remove the
hinge cover.
4. Detach the
display flex cable from the strain relief and the graphics card.
5. Remove the three M2.5 x 8-mm screws that secure the video graphics board.
6. Separate the video graphics board from the system board connector.
Replacing the Video Graphics Board
1. Align the three screw holes and press down firmly on the word "Dell" to seat the
board in its connector.
NOTICE: Ensure that the board is correctly and firmly seated before continuing.
Failure to do so will cause intermittent video failures.
2. Replace the three M2.5 x 8-mm screws.
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