Dell Inspiron 8500 Service Manual page 21

1 center control cover
2 system board connector
4. Remove the keyboard:
a. Remove the two M2.5 x 6-mm screws across the top of the keyboard.
NOTICE: The keycaps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-consuming to replace. Be careful when removing and handling the
keyboard.
b. Rotate the keyboard up and slide it forward.
c. Hold the keyboard up and slightly forward to allow access to the keyboard connector.
d. Pull up on the keyboard connector tab to disconnect the keyboard connector from the system board.
1 M2.5 x 6-mm screws (2)
2 keyboard
3 palm rest
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