Dell Inspiron Mini 12 (1210, Late 2008) - Manual (Page 10)

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Replacing the 2-in-1 Processor and Memory Board
Dell™ Inspiron™ 1210 Service Manual
1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin .
2. Remove the palm rest. See Replacing the Palm Rest .
3. Remove the two thermal pads on the processor.
4. Place the thermal pads on the new 2-in-1 memory and processor board.
5. Remove the two M2x4-mm screws that secure the 2-in-1 memory and processor board.
6. Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on either side of 2-in-1 memory and processor board connector until the board pops up.
CAUTION: 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 www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
NOTICE: 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 the back of the computer).
NOTICE: When the 2-in-1 memory and processor board is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging (see "Protecting Against
Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions that shipped with your computer).
NOTE: The thermal pads may stick to the bottom of the palm rest. Remove the thermal pads from the bottom of the palm rest.
1 M2x4-mm screw (2) 2 thermal pads (2)
3 tab in the connector slot 4 securing clips (2)