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10.
Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of the computer.
11.
Replace the memory module, the memory module cover, and the screw.
12.
Replace the hard drive.
13.
Replace any PC Cards you removed.
14.
Replace the battery.
15.
Turn on the computer and verify that it is working properly.
If the computer does not start, or if you cannot identify the damaged components, contact Dell for technical assistance (see "Contacting Dell" in the Dell
Owner's Manual that came with your computer).
If You Drop or Damage Your Computer
1.
Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer.
2.
Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer and from the electrical outlet.
3.
Turn off any attached external devices, and disconnect them from their power sources and then from the computer.
4.
Remove and reinstall the battery.
5.
Turn on the computer.
If the computer does not start, or if you cannot identify the damaged components, contact Dell for technical assistance (see "Contacting Dell" in the Dell
Owner's Manual that came with your computer).
Resolving Other Technical Problems
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HINT:
See "Limited Warranties and Return Policy" in the Dell Owner's Manual that came with your computer for information on your warranty coverage.
Go to the Dell Support website —
Go to support.dell.com for help with general usage, installation, and troubleshooting questions. See "Dell
Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)" in the Owner's Manual that came with your computer for a description of the hardware and software
support provided by Dell.
E-mail Dell —
Go to support.dell.com and then click E-Mail Dell in the Communicate list. Send an e-mail message to Dell about your
problem; you can expect to receive an e-mail message from Dell within hours. See "Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)" in the Owner's
Manual that came with your computer for a description of the hardware and software support provided by Dell.
Contact Dell —
If you cannot solve your problem using the Dell Support website or e-mail service, call Dell for technical assistance (see
"Contacting Dell" in the Dell Owner's Manual that came with your computer). See "Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)" in the Owner's
Manual that came with your computer for a description of the hardware and software support provided by Dell.