Dell Studio 15z Service Manual - Page 39

Back to Contents Page AC Adapter Connector Dell Studio™ 1555 Service Manual Removing the AC Adapter Connector Replacing the AC Adapter Connector WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by your warranty. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Before Working Inside Your Computer) before working inside the computer. Removing the AC Adapter Connector 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the optical drive (see Removing the Optical Drive). 3. Remove the screw that secures the AC adapter connector. 4. Remove the AC adapter cable from the routing guide. 5. Disconnect the AC adapter cable from the system board connector. 6. Lift the connector and cable out of the computer base. 1 AC adapter cable connector 3 cable routing 2 screw Replacing the AC Adapter Connector 1. Place the AC adapter connector in the computer base. 2. Replace the screw that secures the AC adapter connector. 3. Route the AC adapter cable through the routing guide. 4. Connect the AC adapter cable to the system board connector. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer.