Dell Inspiron 16 7610 Service Manual for computers with three fans - Page 15

Installing the base cover, Steps, Prerequisites, About this task

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Steps 1. Remove the seven screws (M2x4) that secure the base cover to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly. 2. Loosen the two captive screws (M2x8.5) that secure the base cover to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly. 3. Using a plastic scribe, pry the base cover from the top left at the hinge and continue to work on the sides to open the base cover. 4. Lift the base cover off the palm-rest and keyboard assembly. Installing the base cover Prerequisites If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation process. About this task The following image(s) indicate the location of the base cover and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure. Removing and installing components 15

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Steps
1.
Remove the seven screws (M2x4) that secure the base cover to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
2.
Loosen the two captive screws (M2x8.5) that secure the base cover to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
3.
Using a plastic scribe, pry the base cover from the top left at the hinge and continue to work on the sides to open the base
cover.
4.
Lift the base cover off the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
Installing the base cover
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation process.
About this task
The following image(s) indicate the location of the base cover and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.
Removing and installing components
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