Dell Inspiron 5160, Service Manual

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System Board
Dell™ Inspiron™ 5160 Systems Service Manual
Removing the System Board
The system board's BIOS chip contains the Service Tag sequence, which is also visible on a barcode label on the bottom of the computer. The replacement kit
for the system board includes a CD that provides a utility for transferring the Service Tag sequence to the replacement system board.
1. Follow the instructions in " Preparing to Work Inside the Computer ."
2. Remove the hard drive .
3. Remove the optical drive .
4. Remove the memory module(s) .
5. Remove the modem .
6. Remove the Mini PCI card .
7. Remove the hinge cover .
8. Remove the keyboard .
9. Remove the display assembly .
10. Remove button board and the EMI shield .
11. Remove the video card .
12. Remove the palm rest .
13. Remove the microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly .
14. Remove the microprocessor .
15. Remove the speakers .
16. Remove the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws from the battery bay shield, and remove the shield.
CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide .
NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your
computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface.