Removing the Control Panel Board

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.

2Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 76.

3Disconnect the cables connected to the control panel board. See Figure 3-29.

NOTE: Ensure that you release the cable clamp before connecting the cable and then latch the clamp after connecting the cable.

NOTE: Note the routing of the cables on the side on the system as you remove them from the control panel board. You must route these cables properly when you replace them to prevent them from being pinched or crimped.

4If applicable, remove the USB memory key. See "Internal USB Memory Key" on page 104.

5Using a T10 Torx driver, remove the three screws that secure the control panel board to the front-chassis assembly. See Figure 3-29.

6Using a T8 Torx driver, remove the screw that secures the control panel board on the front of the system. See Figure 3-29.

7Slide the control panel assembly toward the back of the system and take it out.

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