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Front Bezel

Dell™ Studio XPS™ 8000 Service Manual

  Removing the Front Bezel

  Replacing the Front Bezel

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.

WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.

WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, front bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed.

CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by your warranty.

Removing the Front Bezel

1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
   
   
2. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).
   
   
3. Place the computer in an upright position.
   
   
4. Grasp and release the front bezel tabs sequentially, one at a time by moving them outward from the front panel.
   
   
5. Rotate and pull the front bezel away from the front of the computer to release the front bezel clamps from the front panel slots.
   
   

1	front bezel	2	front panel slots (3)
3	front bezel tabs (4)	4	front panel
5	front bezel clamps (3)

6. Set aside the front bezel in a secure location.
   
   

Replacing the Front Bezel

1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
   
   
2. Align and insert the front bezel clamps into the front panel slots.
   
   
3. Rotate the front bezel towards the computer until the front bezel tabs snap into place.
   
   

1	front bezel	2	front panel slots (3)
3	front bezel tabs (4)	4	front panel
5	front bezel clamps (3)

4. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).
   
   

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