Dell Inspiron E1405 Owner's Manual - Page 127
Replacing the Hinge Cover, Keyboard, Removing the Keyboard
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Replacing the Hinge Cover 1 Insert the left edge of the cover into place. 2 Press from left to right until the cover snaps into place. 3 Close the display and turn the computer upside down. 4 Replace the two screws in the battery bay. 5 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 41). Keyboard CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer). NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you begin working inside the computer. Removing the Keyboard 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 109. 2 Remove the hinge cover. See "Hinge Cover" on page 125. NOTICE: The keycaps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-consuming to replace. Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard. 3 Lift the keyboard and hold it up and slightly forward to allow access to the keyboard connector. 4 Release the lever on the system board connector to disconnect the keyboard cable from the system board. Adding and Replacing Parts 127