Removing The Palm Rest Assembly - Dell Inspiron 8100 Service Manual

Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 8100
2. Keep the display open, and tilt the computer back so that you can access the bottom of the
computer.
3. Slide and hold the latch release on the left side, and remove any device installed in the media
bay.
4. Slide and hold the latch release on the right side, and remove any battery installed in the
battery bay.
5. Locate the indentation under each palm rest, place your thumbs on the indentation, and gently
push to release the palm rests.
6. Remove the palm rests.
7. To replace a palm rest, insert it into the slots on the computer. Then press along the outside
edges of the palm rest until it snaps into place.
Repeat the process on each side.

Removing the Palm Rest Assembly

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