Dell Inspiron 3200 Service Manual - Page 69

Keyboard, Keyboard Removal

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Keyboard hinge covers (2) keyboard cable ZIF connector palmrest K1 keyboard K2 connector cover (screws K1 and K2 are 4 mm) 4 mm Figure 4-20. Keyboard Removal To remove the keyboard, follow these steps: 1. Remove the hinge covers. If the hinge covers are tight, use a plastic wedge or scribe to loosen them. 2. Remove the connector cover. Start from the right side and gently pry the connector cover from the computer. CAUTION: When reinstalling the connector cover, be sure the routing of the I/R cable (see Figure 4-22) is correct. If the wires of the I/R cable are not replaced correctly, in relation to the tabs of the connector cover, future removal of the cover may not be possible. Removing and Replacing Parts 4-33

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Removing and Replacing Parts
4-33
K
eyboard
Figure 4-20.
Keyboard Removal
To remove the keyboard, follow these steps:
1.
Remove the hinge covers.
If the hinge covers are tight, use a plastic wedge or scribe to loosen them.
2.
Remove the connector cover.
Start from the right side and gently pry the connector cover from the
computer.
CAUTION: When reinstalling the connector cover, be sure the rout-
ing of the I/R cable (see Figure 4-22) is correct. If the wires of the I/R
cable are not replaced correctly, in relation to the tabs of the connec-
tor cover, future removal of the cover may not be possible.
K1
hinge covers (2)
keyboard cable
ZIF connector
(screws K1 and
K2 are 4 mm)
K2
palmrest
connector
cover
keyboard
4 mm