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Inspiron 3505 Service Manual

Installing the palm-rest and keyboard assembly

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation process.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the palm-rest and keyboard assembly and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

For computers shipped with a Realtek ALC3204 audio controller

Image:Removing the palm-rest and keyboard assembly

For computers shipped with a Cirrus Logic CS8409 audio controller

Image:Removing the palm-rest and keyboard assembly

Steps

Place the palm-rest and keyboard assembly on a flat and clean surface and perform the post-requisites to install the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.

Next steps

  1. Install the power-adapter port.
  2. Install the system board.
  3. Install the power-button with optional fingerprint reader.
  4. Install the I/O board.
  5. Install the speakers.
  6. Install the touchpad.
  7. Install the fingerprint-reader board.
  8. Install the display assembly.
  9. Install the battery.
  10. Install the wireless card.
  11. Install the fan.
  12. Install the hard drive.
  13. Install the M.2 2230 solid-state drive, if applicable.
  14. Install the M.2 2280 solid-state drive, if applicable.
  15. Install the base cover.
  16. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

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