Dell Studio XPS 1640 Service Manual

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Back to Contents PageeSATA ConnectorDell™ Studio XPS™ 1640 Service ManualRemoving the eSATA ConnectorReplacing the eSATA ConnectorRemoving the eSATA Connector1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.2. Remove the system board (see Removing the System Board).3. Remove the screw that secures the eSATA connector.4. Remove the eSATA cable from the routing guide.5. Lift the connector and cable out of the computer base.Replacing the eSATA Connector1. Place the eSATA connector in the computer base.2. Replace the screw that secures the eSATA connector.3. Route the eSATA cable through the routing guide.4. Replace the system board (see Replacing the System Board).Back to Contents PageCAUTION: 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 (suchas 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™ is notcovered by your warranty.NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Before Working Inside Your Computer) before working inside thecomputer.1 screw 2 eSATA connector3 eSATA connector cableNOTICE: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result indamage to the computer.