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Top Cover 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.
WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from
the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer
covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed.
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.
Removing the Top Cover
1
Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13.
2
Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on
page 17).
3
Remove the front bezel (see "Removing the Front Bezel" on page27).
4
Remove the optical drive (see "Removing the Optical Drive" on page 50).
5
Pull the release tab, and slide the top cover towards the front of the
computer to release the top cover tabs from the slots on the top panel.
6
Pull the top cover away from the top panel.
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