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Middle Frame
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 dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
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.
CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on your computer).
Removing the Middle Frame
1Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 11.
2Remove the back cover. See "Removing the Back Cover" on page 19.
3Remove the
4Remove the rear I/O cover. See "Removing the Rear I/O Cover" on page 39.
5Remove the side I/O cover. See "Removing the Side I/O Cover" on page 41.
6Remove the
7Follow the instructions from step 3 to step 5 in "Removing the Optical Drive" on page 27.
8Remove the feet. See "Removing the Feet" on page 69.
9Remove the 11 screws that secure the middle frame to the chassis.
10Pry the tabs on the middle frame from the chassis and lift the middle frame away from the computer.
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