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Middle Frame
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 at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your
computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by
your warranty.
CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a
connector on your computer).
Removing the Middle Frame
1
Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 11.
2
Remove the back cover. See "Removing the Back Cover" on page 19.
3
Remove the rear-stand assembly. See "Removing the Rear-Stand Assembly"
on page 35.
4
Remove the rear I/O cover. See "Removing the Rear I/O Cover" on page 39.
5
Remove the side I/O cover. See "Removing the Side I/O Cover" on page 41.
6
Remove the system-board shield. See "Removing the System-Board
Shield" on page 53.
7
Follow the instructions from step 3 to step 5 in "Removing the Optical
Drive" on page 27.
8
Remove the feet. See "Removing the Feet" on page 69.
9
Remove the 11 screws that secure the middle frame to the chassis.
10
Pry the tabs on the middle frame from the chassis and lift the middle
frame away from the computer.
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