Chapter 2: Removing And Installing Components; Recommended Tools; Screw List - Dell Inspiron 5400 2n1 Service Manual

Removing and installing components

Recommended tools

The procedures in this document may require the following tools:
• Phillips screwdrivers #0 and #1
• Plastic scribe

Screw list

NOTE: When removing screws from a component, it is recommended to note the screw type, the quantity of screws,
and then place them in a screw storage box. This is to ensure that the correct number of screws and correct screw type
is restored when the component is replaced.
NOTE: Some computers have magnetic surfaces. Ensure that the screws are not left attached to such surface when
replacing a component.
NOTE: Screw color may vary with the configuration ordered.
Table 1. Screw list
Component Secured to
Base cover Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
Battery Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
Wireless-card bracket Wireless card and system
board
Solid-state drive Palm-rest and keyboard
thermal bracket assembly
Solid-state drive Solid-state drive bracket
Fan Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
Touchpad bracket Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
Touchpad Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
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Screw type Quantity
M2x4 6
M2x3 5 - For computers
shipped with 4-cell
battery
4 - For computers
shipped with 3-cell
battery
M2x3 1
M2x3 1
M2x3 1
M2x2 2
M2x2 3
M2x2 2
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