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, 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 USB Panel
NOTE: Note the routing of all cables as you remove them so that you can re-route them correctly when installing the new front USB panel.
CAUTION: When sliding the front USB panel out of the computer, be extremely careful. Carelessness may result in damage to the cable connectors and the cable routing clips.
Disconnect the front USB panel cables from the system board connectors
(see System Board Components).
Remove the screw that secures the front USB panel to the front panel.
Slide the front USB panel down to release the clamps from the front panel
and pull it away.
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front USB panel clamp slot
2
front USB panel
3
screw
Replacing the Front USB Panel
CAUTION: Take care not to damage the cable connectors and the cable routing clips when sliding the front USB panel into the front USB panel clamp slot.
