Chapter 22: Removing The Touchpad; Prerequisites; Procedure - Dell Alienware m17 Service Manual

NOTE: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow
the steps in Before working inside your
working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at
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Prerequisites

1. Remove the base cover.
2. Remove the battery (half-length)

Procedure

1. Open the latch and disconnect the touchpad cable from the system board.
2. Remove the four screws (M2x2.5) that secure the touchpad to the palm-rest assembly.
3. Slide the touchpad along with its cable at an angle and lift the touchpad off the palm-rest assembly.
Removing the touchpad
computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in
or the battery (full-length), whichever applicable.
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