Replacing the power-adapter port
NOTE: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow
the steps in Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After
working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/
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Topics:
• Procedure
• Post-requisites
Procedure
1. Align the screw hole on the power-adapter port with the screw hole on the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
2. Connect the power-adapter port cable to the system board.
3. Close the right hinge and replace the two screws (M2.5x4) that secure the right hinge to the system board and palm-rest
and keyboard assembly.
Post-requisites
1. Replace the battery.
2. Replace the base cover.
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