Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell Inspiron 4100

1right hinge cover2left hinge cover

Palm Rest

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.Remove the keyboard.

NOTICE: You must remove the display assembly before you remove the palm rest; the display hinges pass through the back of the palm rest.

3.Remove the display assembly and hinge covers.

4.Turn the computer over and remove the three M2.5 x 12-mm screws labeled "circle P."

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