Dell C6145 Laptop User Manual


 
Installing System Components | 99
Expansion-Card Connector
Removing the Expansion-Card Connector
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You
should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your
product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and
support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not
covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with
the product.
1 Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and
disconnect the system from its electrical outlet.
2 Remove the system-board assembly. See "Removing a System-Board
Assembly" on page 87.
3 Remove the expansion card. See "Removing the Expansion Card" on
page 95.
4 Remove the two screws securing the expansion-card connector to the
expansion-card bracket. See Figure 3-12.
5 Pull the expansion-card connector away from the expansion-card
bracket. See Figure 3-12.