Expresscard reader, Removing the expresscard reader, Replacing the expresscard reader – Dell Inspiron 1318 (Mid 2008) User Manual
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ExpressCard Reader
Dell™ Inspiron™ 1318 Service Manual
Removing the ExpressCard Reader
Replacing the ExpressCard Reader
Removing the ExpressCard Reader
1.
Follow the procedures in
Before You Begin
.
2.
Remove any card installed in the ExpressCard slot.
3.
Remove the display assembly (see
Display
).
4.
Remove the palm rest (see
Palm Rest
).
5.
Remove the three M2 x 3-mm screws that secure the ExpressCard reader to the computer base.
6.
Lift the ExpressCard reader to disconnect it from the system board.
Replacing the ExpressCard Reader
1.
Secure the ExpressCard reader to the computer base by replacing the three M2 x 3-mm screws.
2.
Replace the palm rest (see
Palm Rest
).
3.
Replace the display assembly (see
Display
).
4.
Replace any card installed in the ExpressCard slot.
5.
Slide the battery into the battery bay, until it clicks into place.
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CAUTION:
Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer.
NOTICE:
To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching a connector on the back panel of
the computer.
1
M2 x 3-mm screws (3)
2
ExpressCard reader