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Removing the base cover, Procedure

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Removing the base cover NOTE: 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. Remove the six screws (M2.5x13) that secure the base cover to the computer base. 2. Loosen the captive screw that secures the base cover to the computer base to open a gap between the two parts. 3. Using a plastic scribe, gently pry the base cover from the gap around the captive screw to release the clips on the base cover from the computer base. 4. Lift the base cover off the computer base. 5. Disconnect the battery cable from the system board. 12

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Removing the base cover
NOTE: 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.
Remove the six screws (M2.5x13) that secure the base cover to the computer base.
2.
Loosen the captive screw that secures the base cover to the computer base to open a gap between the two parts.
3.
Using a plastic scribe, gently pry the base cover from the gap around the captive screw to release the clips on the base cover from
the computer base.
4.
Lift the base cover off the computer base.
5.
Disconnect the battery cable from the system board.
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