Dell Latitude X1 - Manual (Page 31)

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System Board
Dell™ Latitude™ X1 Service Manual
Removing the System Board
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.
1. Follow the instructions in " Preparing to Work Inside the Computer ."
2. Remove the keyboard .
3. Remove the display assembly .
4. Remove the memory module .
5. Remove the hard drive .
6. Remove the thermal-cooling assembly .
7. Remove the palm rest .
8. Remove the Mini PCI card .
9. Remove the modem .
10. Disconnect the speaker from the system board.
11. Disconnect the internal card with Bluetooth wireless technology from the system board.
12. Disconnect the power button cable from the system board.
CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your 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 the back panel) on the computer.
NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.