Inspiron 5505 Service Manual

Installing the base cover

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

The figure indicates the location of the base cover and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Image: Connecting the battery

Image: Placing the base cover on palm-rest and keyboard assembly

Image: Tightening the screws

Adhere the tape and connect the battery cable to the system board, if applicable.
Place the base cover over the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
Align the screw holes on the base cover with the screw holes on the palm-rest and keyboard assembly, and then snap the base cover into place.
Tighten the two captive screws that secure the base cover to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
Replace the seven screws (M2x4) that secure the base cover to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.