Dell Inspiron 500m - Manual (Page 32)

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System Board
Dell™ Inspiron™ 500m Service Manual
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 keyboard .
3. Remove the display assembly .
4. Remove the palm rest .
5. Remove the microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly .
6. Remove the microprocessor .
7. Remove the one M2.5 x 8-mm screw and one M2.5 x 4-mm screw labeled "circle B."
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: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
1 M2.5 x 4-mm screw
2 M2.5 x 8-mm screw
3 system board