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Modem
Dell™ Inspiron™ 1501 Service Manual
Removing the Modem
Replacing the Modem
Removing the Modem
1.
Follow the instructions in
Before You Begin
.
2.
Turn the computer upside-down, loosen the two captive screws on the memory module/modem cover, and remove the cover from the computer.
3.
Remove the M2 x 3-mm screw that attaches the modem to the system board.
4.
Pull up on the pull-tab to disconnect the modem from the modem connector on the system board.
CAUTION:
Before you begin the following procedure, 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.
NOTICE:
To help prevent damage to the system board, you must remove the main battery (see
Before Working Inside Your Computer
) before you
begin working inside the computer.
1
captive screws (2)
2
memory module/modem cover
1 modem screw
2 modem pull-tab
3 modem connector on system board
4 modem
5 modem cable
