Removing the I/O board
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/
regulatory_compliance.
Prerequisites
1. Remove the base cover.
2. Remove the wireless card.
3. Remove the fan.
4. Remove the heat sink.
5. Remove the display assembly.
Procedure
1. Open the latch and disconnect the I/O-board cable from the I/O board.
2. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the I/O board to the palm-rest assembly.
3. Lift the I/O board off the palm-rest assembly.
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