Dell Inspiron 2000 System Reference Manual page 22

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Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell™ Inspiron™ 2000 System Reference
NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform the procedures for removing and replacing parts. The warranty on the
computer becomes void if anyone other than a certified technician performs these procedures.
Overview
Recommended Tools
Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer
Screw Identification
ZIF Connectors
Removing Field-Replaceable Parts and Assemblies
Hard-Disk Drive Assembly
Keyboard Bezel
Display Assembly
Display Assembly Bezel
Display Assembly Latch
LCD Panel
Display Assembly Hinges
Keyboard Assembly
Overview
This section provides instructions for removing and replacing field-replaceable components, assemblies, and subassemblies in your Dell Inspiron
2000 portable computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in this manual assumes the following conditions:
The computer and any attached peripherals are turned off, and the peripherals are disconnected from the
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side of the computer.
A part can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse order unless otherwise noted.
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When the display assembly is open nearly 180 degrees, use a book or something similar to support it. The angle of the display assembly with
respect to the bottom case should never exceed 180 degrees. Also, when performing the procedures in this manual, the locations or directions
relative to the computer are as shown in Figure 1 unless otherwise specified.
Figure 1. Computer Orientation
Memory Module
Palmrest Assembly
Touch Pad Assembly
Bottom Assembly
Reserve Battery
RTC Battery
Main Battery
Modem
Fan
Speaker
System Board Assembly
Main Battery Release Latch
Docking Doors
I/O panel on the back and right