Dell Alienware M18x (Early 2011) - Manual (Page 27)

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Center Control Cover
Alienware M18x Service Manual
Removing the Center Control Cover
Replacing the Center Control Cover
Removing the Center Control Cover
1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin .
2. Remove the battery pack (see Removing the Battery Pack ).
3. Remove the base cover (see Removing the Base Cover ).
4. Remove the five screws that secure the center control cover to the computer base.
5. Turn the computer over and open the display as far as possible.
6. Gently pry up the center control cover and then ease the tabs on the center control cover out of the slots on the palm-rest assembly.
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 Pack ) before working inside the
computer.
CAUTION: Be extremely careful when removing the center control cover. The cover along with the cable that attaches to it are fragile.