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 Replacing the Computer Cover

DellStudio™540ServiceManual

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1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.

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2. Lay your computer on its side with the computer cover facing up.

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3. Open the padlock, if applicable.

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4. Remove the two thumbscrews.

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5. Pull the cover grip towards the back of the computer lift it away from the computer.

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6. Set the cover aside in a secure location.

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7. To replace the computer cover, perform the removal procedure in reverse order.

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CAUTION: 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.

CAUTION: To guard against likelihood of electric shock, laceration by moving fan blades or other unexpected injuries, always unplug your

computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.

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

computer cover

front of computer

thumbscrews (2)

cover grip