System board, Removing the system board – Dell Inspiron 1545 User Manual
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System Board
Dell™ Inspiron™ 1545 Service Manual
The system board's BIOS chip contains the Service Tag, which is also visible on a barcode label on the bottom of the computer. The replacement kit for the
system board includes a CD that provides a utility for transferring the Service Tag to the replacement system board.
Removing the System Board
1.
Follow the instructions in
Before You Begin
.
2.
Remove the hard drive (see
Removing the Hard Drive
).
3.
Remove the optical drive (see
Removing the Optical Drive
).
4.
Remove the center control cover (see
Removing the Center Control Cover
).
5.
Remove the keyboard (see
Removing the Keyboard
).
6.
Remove the base cover (see
Removing the Base Cover
).
7.
Remove any installed memory modules (see
Removing the Memory Module(s)
).
8.
Remove the processor heat sink and processor (see
Removing the Processor Heat Sink
and
Removing the Processor
).
9.
Remove the display assembly (see
Removing the Display Assembly
).
10.
Remove the palm rest (see
Removing the Palm Rest
).
11.
Remove the daughter board (see
Removing the Daughter Board
).
12.
Remove the four screws that secure the system board to the computer base.
CAUTION:
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.
NOTICE:
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.
NOTICE:
To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see
Before Working Inside Your Computer
) before working inside the
computer.
NOTICE:
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.
NOTICE:
Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts.
1 thermal fan cable connector 2 USB extend cable connector