Replacing the Base Frame
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in Before Working Inside Your Computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After Working Inside Your Computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Procedure
1Route the display cable and
2Slide the base frame under the tabs on the palm rest.
3Press the base frame down along the edges to snap it into place.
4Replace the screws that secure the base frame to the palm rest.
5Turn the computer over and open the display.
6Replace the screws that secure the base frame to the palm rest.
Post-requisites
1Replace the keyboard.
2Replace the fan.
3Replace the hard drive.
4Replace the battery.
5Replace the base cover.
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