Dell XPS M2010 Service Manual page 24

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Cosmetic Covers
Dell™ XPS™ M2010 Service Manual
Removing the Cosmetic Covers
Replacing the Cosmetic Covers
CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide.
NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your
computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface. If you leave the area, ground yourself again when you return
to the computer.
Removing the Cosmetic Covers
NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery before working inside the computer.
1. Follow the instructions in Before Working Inside Your
2. Turn the computer over and open the display (see
3. Detach the keyboard by grasping the sides of the keyboard and pulling it straight out from the computer base. Set the keyboard aside.
4. Insert a small, flat-blade screwdriver into the slot on the back right corner of the computer, and press the screwdriver in firmly all the way.
5. While holding the screwdriver in, use the notch on the edge of the cosmetic cover to lift the cover up off the computer.
1 notch 2 cosmetic cover
6. Repeat step 4 and step 5 to remove the left cosmetic cover.
Replacing the Cosmetic Covers
1. Insert a small, flat-blade screwdriver into the slot on the back right corner of the computer, and press the screwdriver in firmly all the way.
2. While holding the screwdriver in, align the tabs on the bottom of the cosmetic cover with the notches in the top cover.
3. Gently push the cosmetic cover down and release the screwdriver.
4. Repeat step 1 through step 3
NOTICE: To avoid damage to the keyboard, ensure that you attach the keyboard securely before moving the computer.
5. Firmly attach the keyboard to the computer and close the display (see
6. Turn the computer upside down and replace the system battery (see
Computer, including removing the system battery.
Opening the Display).
3 access slot
to replace the left cosmetic cover.
Closing the Display).
Replacing the System Battery).