Dell Inspiron 1300, Owner'S Manual

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Adding and Replacing Parts
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Turn the computer right-side up, and then open the display all the way (180 degrees) so that it rests on
your work surface.
NOTICE:
To avoid damaging the hinge cover, do not lift the cover on both sides simultaneously.
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Insert a scribe in the indent to lift the hinge cover on the right side.
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Ease the hinge cover up, moving from right to left, and remove it.
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To replace the hinge cover, insert the left edge of the cover into place.
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Press from left to right until the cover snaps into place.
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Close the display and turn the computer upside-down.
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Replace the battery. See “Replacing the Battery” on page 38.
Keyboard
CAUTION:
Before you begin 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 a connector on the back of the computer).
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Follow the procedures in “Before You Begin” on page 83.
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Remove the hinge cover. See “Hinge Cover” on page 96.
1 hinge cover 2 indent
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