Inspiron 5505 Service Manual

Removing the power-adapter port

The figure indicates the location of the power-adapter port and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Image: Removing the power-adapter port

Remove the screw (M2.5x3.5) and the two screws (M2.5x5) that secure the right display hinge to the system board.
Lift the right display-hinge plate to uncover the power-adapter port cable.
Peel off the tape that secures the power-adapter port cable to the system board.
Disconnect the power-adapter port cable from its connector on the system board.
Remove the power-adapter port cable from the routing guides on the system board.
Remove the screw (M2x3), and lift the power-adapter port off the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.