Back to Contents PageHinge CoverDell™ Vostro™ 1700 and Inspiron™ 1720/1721 Service ManualRemoving the Hinge CoverReplacing the Hinge CoverRemoving the Hinge Cover1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.2. Open the display all the way so that it rests flat on your work surface.3. Insert a plastic scribe into the indent to lift the hinge cover on the right side.4. Moving from right to left, ease the hinge cover up, then remove it and set it aside.Replacing the Hinge Cover1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.2. Align the two tabs along the left edge of the hinge cover with the corresponding notches in the computer.3. Moving from left to right, press down until the hinge cover snaps into place.Back to Contents PageCAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.NOTICE: The hinge cover is fragile and can be damaged if extreme force is used. Exercise care when removing the hinge cover.NOTICE: To avoid damage to the hinge cover, do not lift the cover on both sides simultaneously.1 hinge cover 2 plastic scribeCAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.NOTICE: The hinge cover is fragile and can be damaged if extreme force is used. Exercise care when replacing the hinge cover.