Screw Identification - Dell Inspiron 2000 System Reference Manual

8. Ground yourself by touching the unpainted metal surface of an I/O connector on the back of the computer.
NOTICE: While you work, periodically touch the I/O panel to dissipate any static electricity that might harm components.

Screw Identification

NOTICE: When reinstalling a screw, you must use a screw of the correct length. Otherwise, you could damage the hardware. Make
sure that the screw is properly aligned with its corresponding hole, and avoid overtightening.
When you are removing and replacing components, print the Table 1 placement mat as a tool to lay out and keep track of the component screws.
Table 1. Screw Placement Mat With Component Screw Counts and Sizes
Hard-Disk Drive Assembly:
M3 x 3 mm (2 each)
LCD Panel and Inverter:
M2 x 3.5 mm (5 each)
Palmrest Assembly:
M2.6 x 1.6 mm (6 each [battery bay])
M2 x 4 mm (4 each [black])
M2 x 6 mm (3 each [silver])
VGA and Parallel Port:
5 mm socket (4 each)
Speaker:
M2 x 3.5 mm (2 each)
Display Assembly Hinge to Base:
M2 x 4 mm (2 each)
M2 x 5 mm (2 each)
Display Assembly Hinges:
M2.6 x 4 mm (4 each)
Touch Pad:
M2 x 3.5 mm (3 each)
Media Bay (IDE) Connector:
Media bay connector screws (2
each)
Audio I/O Cover:
M2 x 4 mm (2 each)
1 Battery bay latch
2 Battery
Display Assembly Bezel:
M2 x 3.5 mm (6 each)
Rubber Screw Covers (4 each)
Keyboard Assembly:
M2 x 4 mm (4 each)
Modem Retainer Bracket:
M2 x 8.5 mm (2 each)
Fan:
M2 x 3.5 mm (2 each)
System Board Assembly:
M2 x 3.5 mm (6 each)