Dell Precision 5540 User Manual

Disassembly and reassembly
Disassembly and reassembly
Base cover
Installing the Base Cover
Steps
1. Place the base cover on the computer and snap it in place.
2. Tighten the M2x3 T5 (10), M2x8 (2) screws to secure the base cover to the computer.
NOTE: Ensure you use a Torx #5 screwdriver for the base screws and a Philips screwdriver for the two M2x8 system
badge screws.
3. Turn the system badge flap over and snap it in place.
4. Follow the procedures in After Working Inside Your Computer.
Removing the Base Cover
Steps
1. Follow the procedures in Before Working Inside Your Computer.
2. Close the display and turn the computer over.
3. Turn the system badge flap over and then remove the M2x3 T5 (10), M2x8.5 (2) screws that secure the base cover to the
computer [1,2].
NOTE:
Use a Torx #5 screwdriver for the base screws and a Philips screwdriver for the two M2x8.5 screws inside the
badge flap.
4. Pry the edges of the base cover and lift it to remove it from the computer.
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Dell Precision 5540 Specifications

General

Graphics	NVIDIA Quadro T1000 or T2000
Processor	Intel Core i5, i7, i9, or Intel Xeon
Display	15.6" FHD (1920x1080) or UHD (3840x2160)
Memory	Up to 64GB DDR4
Storage	Up to 4TB PCIe SSD
Operating System	Windows 10 Pro or Ubuntu
Weight	Starting at 1.78 kg (3.9 lbs)
Battery	97Whr or 56Whr
Ports	HDMI 2.0, SD card reader
Wireless	Bluetooth 5.0
Camera	720p HD camera
Audio	Stereo speakers with MaxxAudio Pro