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Computer Cover

Dell™ Inspiron™ 535/537/545/546 Service Manual

  Removing the Computer Cover

  Replacing the Computer Cover

WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.

WARNING: Do not operate your equipment with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed.

CAUTION: Ensure that sufficient space exists to support the system with the cover removed—at least 30 cm (1 ft.) of desk top space.

Removing the Computer Cover

1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
   
   
2. Lay your computer on its side with the computer cover facing up.
   
   
3. Remove the two screws securing the cover, using a screwdriver.
   
   

1

screws (2)

2

computer cover

3

front of computer

4. Release the computer cover by pulling it away from the front of the computer and lifting it up.
   
   
5. Set the cover aside in a secure location.
   
   

Replacing the Computer Cover

1. Ensure that all cables are connected, and fold cables out of the way.
   
   
2. Ensure that no tools or extra parts are left inside the computer.
   
   
3. Align the tabs at the bottom of the computer cover with the slots located along the edge of the computer.
   
   
4. Press the computer cover down and slide it towards the front of the computer until you feel a click or feel the computer cover securely installed.
   
   
5. Ensure that the cover is seated correctly.
   
   
6. Replace the two screws that secure the computer cover, using a screwdriver.
   
   

1	screws (2)	2	computer cover
3	front of the computer	4	slot

7. Place the computer in an upright position.
   
   

CAUTION: Ensure that none of the system air-vents are blocked. Blocking them would cause serious thermal problems.

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