Inspiron 7405 2n1 Service Manual

Removing the base cover

1. Remove the six screws (M2x4) that secure the base cover to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
2. Loosen the three captive screws that secure the base cover to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
   NOTE Upon loosening the three captive screws, the base cover will pop up creating a gap between the base cover and the palm-rest assembly.
3. Starting from the top-right corner, use a plastic scribe to pry the base cover to release the base cover from the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
   NOTE The following step is applicable only if you want to further remove any other component from your computer.
4. Peel the tape that secures the battery cable to the system board.
5. Disconnect the battery cable from the system board.
6. Turn your computer over and press the power button for 15 seconds to drain the flea power.