Base cover, Removing the base cover, Replacing the base cover – Dell Studio 1558 (Early 2010) User Manual
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Base Cover
Dell Studio™ 1557/1558 Service Manual
Removing the Base Cover
1.
Ensure that the computer is turned off.
2.
Remove the battery (see
Before Working Inside Your Computer
).
3.
Loosen the three captive screws on the base cover and lift the base cover off the computer at an angle as shown in the figure.
Replacing the Base Cover
1.
Align the tabs on the base cover to the bottom of the computer.
2.
Tighten the three captive screws on the base cover.
3.
Slide the battery into the battery bay until it clicks into place.
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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.
WARNING:
Before performing these procedures, turn off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the computer,
disconnect the modem from the wall connector and the computer, and remove any other external cables from the computer.
CAUTION:
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).
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.
1
base cover
2
tabs (4)
3
captive screws (3)