Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100

Keyboard Assembly

Removing the Keyboard

NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.

NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.

NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" before performing the following procedure.

1.Remove the hard drive.

2.Turn the computer over, and remove the five M2.5 x 12-mm screws labeled "circle K."

1 M2.5 x 12-mm screws (5) 3. Turn the computer over and open the display.

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