Recommended Tools - Dell Inspiron 5000 Series Owner's Manual

3. Disconnect the computer and any attached peripherals from electrical outlets to reduce the potential for personal injury or
shock.

Recommended Tools

NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage or inoperability due to
servicing not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.
Most of the procedures require the use of one or more of the following tools:
Small flat-blade screwdriver
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Number 1 Phillips-head screwdriver
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Antistatic grounding strap
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Dental pick
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Small scribe or nylon flat blade
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Nut drivers (5 mm and 5.5 mm)
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Be careful not to scratch the computer plastic case by allowing screws to get between the work surface and the plastic case. Dell suggests a soft padded work surface.
NOTICE: The correct-length screw must be used when reinstalling a screw. Otherwise, hardware damage could result.
Make sure that the screw is properly aligned with its corresponding hole, and avoid excessive tightening.
NOTICE: During the removal and replacement procedures, you will see Kapton tape (grounding tape) in many places
on the computer. When reinstalling or replacing parts, be sure to replace the Kapton tape correctly to retain the
electrical protection and noise reduction the tape provides.
Customer-Accessible Components
NOTICE: The steps in this section may be performed by customers.
1. Disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer.
2. If the computer is connected to a port replicator, pull both release handles on the sides of the replicator to undock the computer.