Dell XPS M140 Service Manual

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Palm Rest: Dell™ XPS M140 Service Manualfile:///C|/Users/santhosh_v.ASIA-PACIFIC/Desktop/Hawke/New%20folder/palmrest.htm[2/21/2014 11:33:58 AM]1 palmrest 2 hinge bracketsReplacing the Palm RestCAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in theProduct Information Guide.NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodicallytouching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer.1. Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer2. Follow the instructions in Removing the Palm Rest.3. Align the new palm rest with the base of the computer, and then snap the palm rest into place.NOTICE: To prevent damage to the cables or the cable connectors, ensure that the locking clips on both sides ofeach system board connector are firmly seated and the cables are secure.4. Connect the touch pad cable to the system board.5. Connect the LED board cable to the system board.6. Replace the four M2.5 x 5-mm screws in the top of the palm rest.7. Turn the computer over and replace the eleven M2.5 x 8-mm screws in the bottom of the computer to secure thepalm rest.8. Replace the microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly (see Replacing the Microprocessor Thermal- CoolingAssembly).9. Replace the modem/Mini PCI/wireless cover and tighten the screws.