Dell XPS M140, Service Manual

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Keyboard
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Keyboard
Removing the Keyboard
CAUTION:
Before you perform 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 the back panel) on the computer.
1 Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" on page 7.
2 Remove the hinge cover (see "Removing the Hinge Cover" on page 41).
NOTICE:
The key caps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-consuming to replace. Exercise
care when removing and handling the keyboard.
3
Insert a plastic scribe or small flat-blade screwdriver near the keyboard retention tab on the left or
right side of the palmrest to pry one side of the keyboard loose, then pry the remaining side of the
keyboard loose, as necessary.