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USB Module
Dell™Inspiron™17ServiceManual
Removing the USB Module
Replacing the USB Module
Removing the USB Module
1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
2. Remove the battery (see Removing the Battery).
3. Remove the module cover (see Removing the Module Cover).
4. Remove the memory module(s) (see Removing the Memory Module(s)).
5. Remove the hard drive (see Removing the Hard Drive).
6. Remove the optical drive (see Removing the Optical Drive).
7. Remove the center control cover (see Removing the Center Control Cover).
8. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Keyboard).
9. Remove the palm rest (see Removing the Palm Rest).
10. Remove the tape to release the USB module cable from the battery extension board.
11. Disconnect the USB module cable from the system board connector.
12. Remove the screw that secures the USB module to the computer base.
13. Make note of the USB module cable routing and remove the USB module cable from the routing guide.
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.
CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal
surface (such as a connector on your computer).
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