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CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open
programs before you turn off your computer.
1
Save and close all open files and exit all open programs.
2
Click
Start
and click
Microsoft Windows shuts down and then the computer turns off.
NOTE: If you are using a different operating system, see the documentation of
your operating system for shut-down instructions.
3
Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from the
electrical outlets.
4
Disconnect all telephone cables, network cables, and attached devices
from your computer.
5
After the computer is unplugged, press and hold the power button for
about 5 seconds to ground the system board.
Shut Down
.
Before You Begin11
Safety Instructions
Use the following safety guidelines to protect your computer from potential
damage and ensure your personal safety.
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 dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
WARNING: Disconnect all power sources before opening the computer cover or
panels. After you finish working inside the computer, replace all covers, panels,
and screws before connecting to the power source.
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer, ensure that the work surface is flat
and clean.
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the components and cards, handle them by their
edges and avoid touching pins and contacts.
CAUTION: Only a certified service technician is authorized to remove the
computer cover and access any of the components inside the computer. See the
safety instructions for complete information about safety precautions, working
inside your computer, and protecting against electrostatic discharge.
CAUTION: Before touching anything inside your computer, ground yourself by
touching an unpainted metal surface, such as the metal at the back of the
computer. While you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to
dissipate static electricity, which could harm internal components.
CAUTION: When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its pull-tab,
not on the cable itself. Some cables have connectors with locking tabs or
thumb-screws that you must disengage before disconnecting the cable. When
disconnecting cables, keep them evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector
pins. When connecting cables, ensure that the connectors and ports are correctly
oriented and aligned.
CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your
computer and then unplug the cable from the network device.
Recommended Tools
The procedures in this document may require the following tools:
•Phillips screwdriver
•Plastic scribe
12Before You Begin
After Working Inside Your Computer
After you complete the replacement procedures, ensure the following:
•Replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside
your computer
•Connect any external devices, cables, cards, and any other part(s)
you removed before working on your computer
•Connect your computer and all attached devices to the electrical outlets
CAUTION: Before turning on your computer, replace all screws and ensure
that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may damage
your computer.
After Working Inside Your Computer13
14After Working Inside Your Computer
Technical Overview
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that
shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11.
For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance
Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that
shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11.
For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance
Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Removing the Stand
Procedure
CAUTION: Before opening your computer, ensure that you place the computer
on a soft cloth or clean surface to avoid any scratches on the display.
1
Place the computer face down on a flat surface.
2
Using a plastic scribe, release the stand cover starting from the bottom
of your computer.
1stand cover2plastic scribe
Stand19
3
1
2
Slide and lift the stand cover off your computer.
4
Remove the screws that secure the stand to your computer.
5 Pivot the stand upward and remove the stand off your computer.
1screws (4)2stand
20Stand
Replacing the Stand
Procedure
1
Align the screw holes on the stand with the screw holes on your computer.
2
Replace the screws that secure the stand to your computer.
3
Slide the stand cover and snap it into place.
4
Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 13.
Stand21
22Stand
Back Cover
2
3
1
4
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that
shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11.
For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance
Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Removing the Back Cover
Prerequisites
1
Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19.
Procedure
1
Remove the screws that secure the back cover to your computer.
2
Insert your finger into the slots on the back cover, and lift the back cover to
release it from the middle frame.
3
Lift the back cover off your computer.
1slots (2) 2middle frame
3screws (4)4back cover
Back Cover23
Replacing the Back Cover
Procedure
1
Place the back cover on your computer and snap it into place.
2
Ensure that the screw holes on the back cover align with the screw holes on
the middle frame.
3
Replace the screws that secure the back cover to your computer.
Postrequisites
1
Replace the stand. See "Replacing the Stand" on page 21.
2
Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 13.
24Back Cover
B-CAS Card
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that
shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11.
For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance
Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Removing the B-CAS Card
Prerequisites
1
Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19.
2
Remove the back cover. See "Removing the Back Cover" on page 23.
B-CAS Card25
Procedure
4
3
2
1
1
Disconnect the B-CAS card cable from the connector on the B-CAS card.
2
Remove the screw that secures the BCAS-card to the I/O cover.
3
Lift the B-CAS card off the I/O cover.
1I/O cover2B-CAS card
3screw4B-CAS card cable
26B-CAS Card
Replacing the B-CAS card
Procedure
1
Align the screw hole on the B-CAS card with the screw hole on
the I/O cover.
2
Replace the screw that secures the B-CAS card to the I/O cover.
3
Connect the B-CAS card cable to the connector on the B-CAS card.
Postrequisites
1
Replace the back cover. See "Replacing the Back Cover" on page 24.
2
Replace the stand. See "Replacing the Stand" on page 21.
3
Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 13.
B-CAS Card27
28B-CAS Card
Converter Board
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that
shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11.
For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance
Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Removing the Converter Board
Prerequisites
1
Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 19.
2
Remove the back cover. See "Removing the Back Cover" on page 23.
Converter Board29
Procedure
4
2
3
1
1
Disconnect the converter-board cable and display-backlight cable from the
connectors on the convertor board.
2
Remove the screws that secure the converter board to the chassis.
3
Remove the converter board off the chassis.
1display-backlight cable2converter board
3screws (2)4converter-board cable
30Converter Board
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