Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 8100Back to Contents PageRemoving and Replacing PartsDell™ Inspiron™ 8100Preparing to Work Inside theComputerRecommended ToolsScrew IdentificationSystem ComponentsHard DriveFixed Optical DriveMedia Bay DevicesMemory ModulesMini PCI Card AssemblyKeyboard AssemblyDisplay and Bezel AssemblyDisplay Assembly Bezel and PanelDisplay Latch AssemblyMicroprocessor Thermal CoolingAssemblyMicroprocessor ModuleVideo CardPalm Rest AssemblyReserve BatterySystem Board AssemblyBattery and Media Bay LatchAssembliesBattery Charger BoardLED BoardFan AssemblyRJ-11/RJ-45 BoardPreparing to Work Inside the ComputerNOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damageor inoperability due to servicing not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.NOTICE: Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in this manual assumes that a part can bereplaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse order.NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before you beginworking inside the computer.1. Make sure that the work surface is clean to prevent scratching the computer cover.2. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs.file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA...20ok/Inspiron/8100/8100_SERVICE_MAN/remove.htm (1 of 52)6/21/2004 1:09:07 AM
