Dell Studio XPS 1340 Service Manual

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Back to Contents PageeSATA ConnectorDell™ Studio XPS™ 1340 Service ManualRemoving the eSATA ConnectorReplacing the eSATA ConnectorRemoving the eSATA Connector1. Follow the instructions in Before Working Inside Your Computer.2. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Display Assembly).3. Remove the system board (see Removing the System Board).4. Remove the two screws that secure the eSATA connector.5. Remove the eSATA cable from the routing guide.6. Lift the eSATA connector and cable out of the computer base.Replacing the eSATA Connector1. Place the eSATA connector in the computer base.2. Replace the two screws that secures the eSATA connector.3. Route the eSATA cable through the routing guide.4. Connect the eSATA cable to the system board connector.CAUTION: 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.NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface(such as the back panel) on the computer.NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ isnot covered by your warranty.NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Before Working Inside Your Computer) before workinginside the computer.1 cable routing 2 screws (2)3 eSATA connector