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ZIF Connectors Some of the computer's interface connectors are zero insertion force (ZIF) connectors. These connectors are not removable, but they must be released to disconnect a cable from them (see Figure 4). movable part of connector (do not remove) Figure 4. Disconnecting an Interface Cable NOTICE: The ZIF connectors are fragile. To avoid damage, do not apply too much pressure to the movable part of the connector. To disconnect an interface cable from a ZIF connector, perform the following steps: 1. Insert a small flat-blade screwdriver under the movable part of the connector. 2. Pull gently upward on the movable part of the connector until it releases the interface cable. 3. Grasp the interface cable and pull it out of the connector. To reconnect an interface cable to a ZIF connector, perform the following steps: 1. Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to open the movable part of the ZIF connector. 2. Orient the end of the interface cable with the ZIF connector, and insert the end of the cable into the connector. 3. While holding the cable in place, close the ZIF connector. To ensure a firm connection, make sure the ZIF connector is completely closed. support.dell.com Dell Latitude L400 Service Manual 5

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Dell Latitude L400 Service Manual
5
ZIF Connectors
Some of the computer
’
s interface connectors are zero insertion force (ZIF)
connectors. These connectors are not removable, but they must be released
to disconnect a cable from them (see Figure 4).
Figure 4.
Disconnecting an Interface Cable
NOTICE: The ZIF connectors are fragile. To avoid damage, do not
apply too much pressure to the movable part of the connector.
To disconnect an interface cable from a ZIF connector, perform the following
steps:
1.
Insert a small flat-blade screwdriver under the movable part of the
connector.
2.
Pull gently upward on the movable part of the connector until it releases
the interface cable.
3.
Grasp the interface cable and pull it out of the connector.
To reconnect an interface cable to a ZIF connector, perform the following
steps:
1.
Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to open the movable part of the ZIF
connector.
2.
Orient the end of the interface cable with the ZIF connector, and insert the
end of the cable into the connector.
3.
While holding the cable in place, close the ZIF connector.
To ensure a firm connection, make sure the ZIF connector is completely
closed.
movable part of
connector
(do not remove)