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Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell™ Inspiron™ 3800
System Reference
NOTICE: Damage due to servicing not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.
Overview
Recommended Tools
Preparing to Work Inside the
Computer
Screw Identification and
Tightening
ZIF Connectors
Removing Field-Replaceable
Parts and Assemblies
Hard-Disk Drive Assembly
Media Bay Devices
Memory Module Cover
Memory Modules
Keyboard Assembly
Microprocessor Module
Overview
This section provides instructions for removing and replacing field-replaceable components, assemblies, and
subassemblies in the Dell Inspiron 3800 portable computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in this
document assumes the following conditions:
The computer and any attached peripherals are turned off, and the peripherals are disconnected from
the input/output (I/O) panel on the back of the computer.
A part can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse order.
The computer is undocked from the advanced port replicator (APR).
When the display assembly is open nearly 180 degrees, use a book or something similar to support it. The angle of
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Display Assembly
Display Assembly Bezel
14.1-Inch Display LCD Panel
12.1-Inch Display LCD Panel
Display Assembly Latch
Palmrest Assembly
Reserve Battery
Bay Latch Assemblies
Modem Assembly
System Board Assembly
Thermal Cooling Assembly