Dell Inspiron 630m - Manual (Page 41)

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Hinge Cover
Removing the Hinge Cover
CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide.
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: The hinge cover is fragile and can be damaged if extreme force is used. Exercise care when
removing the hinge cover.
1 Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" on page 7.
2 Remove the two M2 x 3-mm screws inside the battery bay.
3 Turn the computer over, and then open the display all the way (180 degrees) so that it rests flat on
your work surface.
4 Insert a plastic scribe into the indent along the right edge of the hinge cover to pry the hinge cover
loose.
5 Moving from right to left, ease the hinge cover up and remove it from the computer.
1 M2 x 3-mm screws (2)
1