Infrared Blaster Connector: Dell Inspiron One 2305/2310 Service Manualfile:///T|/htdocs/systems/InsOne2310/sr/sm/ir.htm[7/25/2012 10:24:52 AM]Back to Contents PageInfrared Blaster ConnectorDell™ Inspiron™ One 2305/2310 Service ManualRemoving the Infrared (IR) Blaster ConnectorReplacing the Infrared (IR) Blaster ConnectorWARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with yourcomputer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage atwww.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due toservicing 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 byperiodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on your computer).Removing the Infrared (IR) Blaster Connector1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.2. Remove the back cover (see Removing the Back Cover).3. Follow the instructions from step 2 to step 5 in Removing the Front Stand.4. Follow the instructions from step 4 to step 8 in Removing the System-Board Shield.5. Remove the nut that secures the infrared (IR) blaster to the system-board shield.6. Release the IR blaster connector from the slot on the system-board shield.7. Lift the IR blaster connector along with its cable away from the system-board shield.1 IR blaster connector 2 nutReplacing the Infrared (IR) Blaster Connector