Dell Inspiron 1210 Service Manual - Page 3

1. Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent the computer cover from being scratched. 2. Turn off your computer. See Turning Off Your Computer. NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug the cable from the network device. 3. Disconnect all telephone or network cables from the computer. 4. Press and eject any installed cards from the 3-in-1 memory card reader. 5. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets. 6. Close the display and turn the computer over on a flat work surface. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you service the computer. NOTICE: To avoid damage to the computer, use only the battery designed for this particular Dell computer. Do not use batteries designed for other Dell computers. 7. Remove the main battery: a. Unlock the battery by sliding the battery-lock latch towards the outer edge. b. Slide the battery-bay release latch and hold it. c. Remove the battery from the battery bay. 1 battery 3 battery-bay release latch 2 battery-lock latch 8. Turn the computer top-side up, open the display, and press the power button to ground the system board. Back to Contents Page