Back to Contents PageCenter Control CoverDell Studio™ 1557/1558 Service ManualRemoving the Center Control CoverReplacing the Center Control CoverRemoving the Center Control Cover1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.2. In the battery bay, remove the screw that secures the center control cover.3. Turn the computer over and open the display as far as possible.4. Pry out the center control cover with a plastic scribe starting from the battery bay location at the back of the computer.5. Ease the center control cover up.WARNING: 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: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metalsurface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).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 help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Before Working Inside Your Computer) before workinginside the computer.1 center control cover