Middle cover, Removing the middle cover – Dell Inspiron 15 (M5010, Early 2010) User Manual
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Middle Cover
Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 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 base cover (see
Removing the Base Cover
).
4.
Remove memory module(s) (see
Removing the Memory Module(s)
).
5.
Remove the optical drive (see
Removing the Optical Drive
).
6.
Remove the keyboard (see
Removing the Keyboard
).
7.
Remove the palm rest (see
Removing the Palm Rest
).
8.
Remove the Mini-Card (see
Removing the Mini-Card
).
9.
Remove the display assembly (see
Removing the Display Assembly
).
10.
Turn the computer over and remove the two rubber caps that cover the screws.
11.
Remove the four screws that secure the middle cover to the computer base.
12.
Release the tabs that secure the middle cover to 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.
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.