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Dell™Inspiron™XPSandInspiron9100ServiceManual
Removing the System Board
The system board's BIOS chip contains the Service Tag, which is also visible on a barcode label on the bottom of the computer. The replacement kit for the
system board includes a CD that provides a utility for transferring the Service Tag to the replacement system board.
1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."
2. Remove the left, right, and center hinge covers.
3. Remove the keyboard.
4. Remove the display assembly.
5. Remove the keyboard bracket.
6. Remove the palm rest.
7. Remove the speakers.
8. Remove the microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly.
9. Remove the microprocessor.
10. Turn over the system and remove the two M2.5 x 6-mm screws from the bottom system board assembly.
11. Turn over the system again and remove the four M2.5 x 6-mm screws from the top assembly.
CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual.
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such
as the back panel) on the computer.
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you begin working inside the computer.
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M2.5 x 6-mm screws (2)
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system board bottom
assembly