Service Manual

Removing the bottom cover

NOTE: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the

steps in Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working

inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/

regulatory_compliance.

Prerequisites

1. Remove the

left-side cover.

2. Remove the two 2.5-inch hard-drive cages.

Procedure

1. Press the securing tabs to release the bottom cover from the slots on the chassis.

a. securing tabs (8)

b. slots (8)

2. Tilt the computer towards the front until the base is facing up.

3. Lift the bottom cover from the chassis.