Service Manual

Replacing 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.

Procedure

1. Turn the computer over until the base is facing up.

2. Align the tabs on the bottom cover with the slots on the chassis and snap the bottom cover in place.

3. Turn the computer over and place it in upright position.

Post-requisites

1. Replace the two 2.5-inch

hard-drive cages.

2. Replace the left-side cover.