Middle cover, Removing the middle cover – Dell Inspiron 13z (N301z, Mid 2010) User Manual
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Middle Cover
Dell™ Inspiron™ M301Z/N301Z Service Manual
Removing the Middle Cover
1.
Follow the instructions in
Before You Begin
.
2.
Remove the battery (see
Removing the Battery
).
3.
Remove the module cover (see
Removing the Module Cover
).
4.
Remove the three screws that secure the middle cover to the computer base.
5.
Turn the computer over and open the display as far as possible.
6.
Remove the keyboard (see
Removing the Keyboard
).
7.
Remove the palm rest (see
Removing the Palm Rest
).
8.
Remove the display assembly (see
Removing the Display Assembly
).
9.
Release the four tabs that secure the middle cover to the computer base.
10.
Lift the middle cover away from the computer base.
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 a connector on your 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
Removing the Battery
) before working inside the
computer.