Chapter 2: Removing And Installing Components; Recommended Tools; Screw List - Dell OptiPlex 7000 Small Form Factor Service Manual

Removing and installing components
NOTE: The images in this document may differ from your computer depending on the configuration you ordered.

Recommended tools

The procedures in this document may require the following tools:
● Phillips screwdriver #0
● Phillips screwdriver #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 surfaces when
replacing a component.
NOTE: Screw color may vary with the configuration ordered.
Table 1. Screw list
Component
Solid-state drive
Hard-drive and optical-drive
supporting bracket
SD-card reader
WLAN card
Processor-fan and heat-sink
assembly
Voltage regulator heat-sink
Power-supply unit
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Screw type
M2x3
#6-32
M3x5
M2x3
Captive
Captive
#6-32
Quantity
1
2
1
1
4
4
3
Screw image
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