Before You Begin: Dell Latitude V710/V740 Service Manual
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Before You Begin
Dell™ Latitude™ V710/V740 Service Manual
Preparing to Work Inside the Computer
Recommended Tools
Computer Orientation
Screw Identification
Preparing to Work Inside the Computer
CAUTION:
Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on
your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell
is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow applicable
instructions in "Safety and EMC Instructions: Portable Computers" in
the Latitude™
System Information Guide
that came with the computer.
NOTICE:
To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before
you begin working inside the computer.
1. Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent scratching the
computer cover.
2. Save any work in progress and exit all open programs.
3. Turn off the computer and all attached devices.
NOTE:
Ensure that the computer is off and not in a power management mode.
If you cannot shut down the computer using the computer operating system,
press and hold the power button for 4 seconds.
4. Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet.
5. To avoid possible damage to the system board, wait 10 to 20 seconds and then
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