Dell Inspiron 3800 System Reference Manual page 158

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to unsnap the latch.
Keep pressure applied to the bay latch and spring while unsnapping the snap tabs to prevent the bay latch
assembly from coming loose from the case. If the bay latch assembly does come loose from the case, perform
the following steps:
a. Carefully reinsert the spring onto the slider on the bay latch, and reinstall the bay latch into the holding
features on the inside of the case.
b. Ensure that the slider is inserted in its respective hole, that the side of the latch with the two bumps is
facing the back of the case, and that the surface with the wear ribs is facing the bottom of the case (see
Figure 21).
7. Snap in the new latch button from the bottom of the case, making certain its snap tabs are fully engaged in the bay
latch.
8. Ensure that the newly installed latch moves smoothly and freely when pushed and released.
9. Repeat steps 6 through 8 for the latch on the right side.
Figure 21. Left Bay Latch and Spring
Modem Assembly
The modem assembly is optional. If present, you must remove the modem before you can remove the system board (see
Figure 22).
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you service the computer.
Removing the Modem Assembly
1. Remove the main battery and secondary battery (if present).
2. Remove the keyboard
3. Remove the display
4. Remove the palmrest
5. Remove the 10-mm screw and washer securing the modem assembly.
Figure 22. Modem Assembly
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1 Bump side
2 Wear ribs (2)
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