Dell 2100/180 Laptop User Manual


 
Removing and Replacing Parts 4-1
Chapter 4
Removing and Replacing Parts
T
his chapter provides procedures for removing the components, assemblies,
and subassemblies in the computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure
assumes the following:
You have performed the steps in “Precautionary Measures” found later in
this chapter.
You have removed the computer cover.
You can replace or reinstall a part by performing the removal procedure in
reverse order unless additional information is provided.
R
ecommended Tools
Most of the procedures in this chapter require the use of one or more of the fol-
lowing tools:
Small flat-blade screwdriver
Wide flat-blade screwdriver
Number 1 and number 2 Phillips-head screwdrivers
1/4
-inch nutdriver
Tweezers or long-nose pliers
Also, use a wrist grounding strap as explained in the next section, “Precaution-
ary Measures.”