Back to Contents PageModule CoverDell™ Inspiron™ 1546 Service ManualRemoving the Module CoverReplacing the Module CoverRemoving the Module Cover1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.2. Remove the battery (see Removing the Battery).3. Loosen the four captive screws that secure the module cover to the computer base.4. Lift the module cover off the computer at an angle as shown in the figure.Replacing the Module Cover1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.2. Align the tabs on the module cover with the slots on the computer base and gently place it in position.3. Tighten the four captive screws that secure the module cover to the computer base.4. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Battery).Back to Contents PageWARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety bestpractices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.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 metalsurface (such as a connector on your computer).CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside thecomputer.1 module cover tabs (4) 2 module cover3 captive screws (4)CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so mayresult in damage to the computer.