Middle cover, Removing the middle cover, Replacing the middle cover – Dell Inspiron 13 (N3010, Mid 2010) User Manual
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Middle Cover
Dell™ Inspiron™ N3010 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 memory-module cover (see
Removing the Memory-Module Cover
).
4.
Remove the memory module(s) (see
Removing the Memory Module(s)
).
5.
Remove the keyboard (see
Removing the Keyboard
).
6.
Remove the palm rest assembly (see
Removing the Palm Rest Assembly
).
7.
Remove the display assembly (see
Removing the Display Assembly
).
8.
Turn the computer over.
9.
Remove the four screws that secure the middle cover to the computer base.
10.
Using a plastic scribe, push the middle cover tabs to release it from the computer base.
Replacing the Middle Cover
1.
Follow the instructions in
Before You Begin
.
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.
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middle cover tabs (4)