Dell Inspiron 3185, Service Manual

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Replacing the power-adapter port
NOTE: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the
steps in Before working inside your computer . After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working
inside your computer . For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/
regulatory_compliance .
Topics:
• Procedure
• Post-requisites
Procedure
1. Place the power-adapter port into the slot on the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
2. Align the screw hole on the power-adapter port with the screw hole on the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
3. Replace the screw (M2X3) that secures the power-adapter port to the palm rest and keyboard assembly.
4. Connect the power-adapter port cable to the system board.
Post-requisites
1. Replace the battery .
2. Replace the base cover .
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