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 Replacing the Computer Cover

Dell™Vostro™A100/A180ServiceManual

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1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.

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2. Lay your computer on its side with the computer cover facing up.

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3. Remove the two screws securing the cover using a Phillips screwdriver.

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4. Release the computer cover by pulling it away from the front of the computer and lifting it up.

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5. Set the cover aside in a secure location.

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6. To replace the computer cover, perform the removal procedure in reverse order.

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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.

CAUTION: To guard against likelihood of electric shock, laceration by moving fan blades or other unexpected injuries, always unplug your

computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.

NOTICE: Ensure that sufficient space exists to support the system with the cover removed—at least 30 cm (1 ft.) of desk top space.

front of computer

screws (2)

computer cover

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NOTE: To remove the computer cover on the other side, lay the computer on its side with the unremoved cover facing up, and then perform step 3

to step 5.