Removing And Installing Components; Recommended Tools; Screw List - Dell Inspiron 5598 Service Manual

Removing and installing components

Recommended tools

The procedures in this document may require the following tools:
• 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 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
Fan Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
Hard-drive assembly Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
Hard-drive bracket Hard drive
Display hinge Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
Display hinge Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
Display hinge Display back-cover
Display hinge Display back-cover
I/O board Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
Power-adapter port Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
Screw type Quantity
M2x5 7
M2x3 4
M2x3 2
M2x3 4
M3x3 4
M2.5x5 4
M2x4 2
M2.5x2.5 4
M2.5x3 2
M2x3 2
M2x3 1
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