Inspiron 14 7445 2-in-1 Owner's Manual

Removing the base cover

About this task

NOTE:Before removing the base cover, ensure that there is no SD card installed in the SD card slot on your computer.

The following images indicate the location of the base cover and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

1. Remove the four 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 captive screws, the base cover will open up creating a gap between the base cover and the palm-rest assembly at the hinges.
3. Starting from the top-left corner at the hinge, pry the base cover to release the base cover from the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
4. Lift the base cover off the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
5. Peel the tape that secures the battery cable to the system board and disconnect the battery cable from the battery-cable connector (BATT1) on the system board.