Dell Inspiron 8500 User Manual

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Adding and Replacing Parts

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NOTICE: Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching

pins and contacts. Ground yourself by touching a metal connector on the back
of the computer. Continue to ground yourself periodically during this
procedure.

7

Turn the computer over.

8

Loosen the captive screw from the Mini PCI card/modem cover, and

remove the cover.

9

If a Mini PCI card is not already installed, go to step 10. If you are

replacing a Mini PCI card, remove the existing card:

a

Disconnect the Mini PCI card from any attached cables.

b

Release the Mini PCI card by spreading the metal securing tabs

until the card pops up slightly.

c

Lift the Mini PCI card out of its connector.

captive screw

Mini PCI card/modem cover

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