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Hinge Covers
DellPrecision™ServiceManual
Removing the Hinge Covers
Replacing the Hinge Covers
Removing the Hinge Covers
The hinge covers are not interchangeable; the left one covers the multimode DisplayPort and the right one covers the RJ-45 network connector.
1. Follow the procedures in Before Working on Your Computer.
2. Close the display and turn the computer over.
3. Remove the bottom of the base assembly (see Removing the Bottom of the Base Assembly).
4. Remove the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws from each hinge cover.
5. Slide each hinge cover off the computer and lift to remove it.
Replacing the Hinge Covers
1. Slide the left hinge cover over the display port and slide the right hinge cover over the RJ-45 network connector.
2. Replace the M2.5x5-mm screws in each hinge cover.
3. Replace the bottom of the base assembly (see Replacing the Bottom of the Base Assembly).
4. Follow the procedure After Working on Your Computer.
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