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Middle Cover
Dell™Inspiron™N5010/M5010ServiceManual
Removing the Middle Cover
Replacing the Middle Cover
Removing the Middle Cover
1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.
2. Remove the battery (see Removing the Battery).
3. Remove the base cover (see Removing the Base Cover).
4. Remove memory module(s) (see Removing the Memory Module(s)).
5. Remove the optical drive (see Removing the Optical Drive).
6. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Keyboard).
7. Remove the palm rest (see Removing the Palm Rest).
8. Remove the Mini-Card (see Removing the Mini-Card).
9. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Display Assembly).
10. Turn the computer over and remove the two rubber caps that cover the screws.
11. Remove the four screws that secure the middle cover to the computer base.
12. Release the tabs that secure the middle cover to the computer base.
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 www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
CAUTION: Onlyacertifiedservicetechnicianshouldperformrepairsonyourcomputer.DamageduetoservicingthatisnotauthorizedbyDell™
is not covered by your warranty.