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Computer Cover
Dell™ Inspiron™ 535/537/545/546 Service Manual
 Removing the Computer Cover
Replacing the Computer Cover
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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
www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
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WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from
the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
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WARNING: Do not operate your equipment with any cover(s) (including computer
covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed.
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CAUTION: Ensure that sufficient space exists to support the system with the
cover removed—at least 30 cm (1 ft.) of desk top space.
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Removing the Computer Cover
- Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
- Lay your computer on its side with the computer cover facing up.
- Remove the two screws securing the cover, using a screwdriver.
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| screws (2)
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2
| computer cover
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3
| front of computer
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- Release the computer cover by pulling it away from the front of the
computer and lifting it up.
- Set the cover aside in a secure location.
Replacing the Computer Cover
- Ensure that all cables are connected, and fold cables out of the way.
- Ensure that no tools or extra parts are left inside the computer.
- Align the tabs at the bottom of the computer cover with the slots located
along the edge of the computer.
- Press the computer cover down and slide it towards the front of the computer
until you feel a click or feel the computer cover securely installed.
- Ensure that the cover is seated correctly.
- Replace the two screws that secure the computer cover, using a screwdriver.
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| screws (2)
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| computer cover
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| front of the computer
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| slot
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- Place the computer in an upright position.
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CAUTION: Ensure that none of the system air-vents are blocked. Blocking them
would cause serious thermal problems.
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