Top I/O Panel
WARNING:
that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information,
see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at
www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
WARNING:
the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
WARNING:
covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed.
CAUTION:
Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your
computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by
your warranty.
Removing the Top I/O Panel
NOTE:
Make note of the routing of all cables as you remove them so that you can
re-route them correctly when installing the new top I/O panel.
1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13.
2 Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on
page 17).
3 Remove the front bezel (see "Removing the Front Bezel" on page 27).
4 Remove the optical drive (see "Removing the Optical Drive" on page 50).
5 Remove the top cover (see "Removing the Top Cover" on page 57).
6 Disconnect the top I/O panel cables from the system board connectors,
F_USB3 and F_AUDIO1 (see "System Board Components" on page 10).
7 Remove the two screws that secure the top I/O panel to the top panel.
Before working inside your computer, read the safety information
To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from
Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer
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