Back to Contents PageBase CoverDell Studio™ 1745/1747 Service ManualRemoving the Base CoverReplacing the Base CoverRemoving the Base Cover1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.2. Remove the battery (see Removing the Battery).3. Remove the six screws that secure the base cover to the computer base.4. Lift the base cover off the computer at an angle as shown in the following illustration.Replacing the Base Cover1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.2. Align the four tabs on the base cover with the slots on the computer base and gently snap it into place.3. Replace the six screws that secure the base 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 screws (6) 2 base cover3 tabs (4)