Before
You
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Before You Begin
Turn Off Your Computer and Connected Devices
CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open
programs before you turn off your computer.
1
Save and close all open files and exit all open programs.
2
Click
Start
and
click
Shut down
.
Microsoft Windows shuts down and then the computer turns off.
NOTE:
If you are using a different operating system, see the documentation of
your operating system for shut-down instructions.
3
Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets.
4
Disconnect all telephone cables, network cables, and attached devices from your
computer.
5
Press and hold the power button for about 5 seconds, after the computer is
unplugged, to ground the system board.
Safety Instructions
Use the following safety guidelines to protect your computer from potential damage and
ensure your personal safety.
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information
that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices
information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/
regulatory_compliance.
WARNING: Disconnect all power sources before opening the computer cover or
panels. After you finish working inside the computer, replace all covers, panels,
and screws before connecting to the power source.
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer, ensure that the work surface is flat
and clean.
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the components and cards, handle them by their
edges and avoid touching pins and contacts.
CAUTION: Only a certified service technician is authorized to remove the
computer cover and access any of the components inside the computer. See the
safety instructions for complete information about safety precautions, working
inside your computer, and protecting against electrostatic discharge.
CAUTION: Before touching anything inside your computer, ground yourself by
touching an unpainted metal surface, such as the metal at the back of the
computer. While you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to
dissipate static electricity, which could harm internal components.
Summary of Contents for I15R-2105SLV
Page 7: ...6 Contents ...
Page 11: ...10 After Working Inside Your Computer ...
Page 15: ...14 Battery ...
Page 33: ...32 Palm Rest ...
Page 55: ...54 System Board ...
Page 59: ...58 Thermal Cooling Assembly ...
Page 63: ...62 Processor ...
Page 67: ...66 Coin Cell Battery ...
Page 71: ...70 Speakers ...
Page 75: ...74 Media Card Reader ...
Page 79: ...78 Daughter Board ...
Page 83: ...82 Mini Card ...
Page 85: ...84 Flashing the BIOS ...
