52 | Removing the System BoardRemoving the System BoardWARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety informationthat shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" onpage 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in"After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety bestpractices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage atdell.com/regulatory_compliance.Prerequisites1 Follow the instructions from step 1 to step 7 in "Removing the Base Cover" onpage 12.2 Remove the speakers. See "Removing the Speakers" on page 22.3 Remove the battery. See "Removing the Battery" on page 25.4 Remove the memory module(s). See "Removing the Memory Module" on page 27.5 Remove the mini-card. See “Removing the Wireless Mini-Card” on page 31.6 Remove the fan. See "Removing the Fan" on page 45.7 Remove the processor heat-sink. See "Removing the Processor Heat-Sink" onpage 47.
