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Power Supply
Dell™Inspiron™580ServiceManual
Removing the Power Supply
Replacing the Power Supply
Removing the Power Supply
1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
2. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).
3. Disconnect the DC power cables from the system board and the drives.
Note the routing of the DC power cables underneath the tabs in the computer chassis as you remove them from the system board and drives. You must
route these cables properly when you replace them to prevent them from being pinched or crimped.
4. Remove all the cables from the securing clip on the side of the power supply.
5. Remove the four screws that secure the power supply to the back of the chassis.
6. While pressing down on the power supply retention snaps, slide out the power supply and lift it out.
Replacing the Power Supply
1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
2. Press down on the power supply retention snaps and slide the replacement power supply into the chassis.
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at the following location:
www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
WARNING: Do not operate your equipment with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)
removed.
CAUTION: Onlyacertifiedservicetechnicianshouldperformrepairsonyourcomputer.DamageduetoservicingthatisnotauthorizedbyDell™
is not covered by your warranty.
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voltage selector switch
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power supply
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screws (4)
4
power supply retention snaps (2)
WARNING: Failure to replace and tighten all screws may cause electrical shock as these screws are a key part of the system grounding.