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Dell Inspiron 17-5749 Back Cover Replacement

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  1. Dell Inspiron 17-5749 Back Cover Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 2 Dell Inspiron 17-5749 Back Cover Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 2 of 2
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    Anti-Static Wrist Strap
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    • Turn off power to the laptop.

    • Unplug the charging cable from the laptop.

    • Failure to unplug the charging cable could result in damaging the computer or seriously injuring yourself.

    • Wear the anti-static wrist strap or work in an uncarpeted area to prevent static shocks. Shocks may damage the components.

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  2. Dell Inspiron 17-5749 Back Cover Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Dell Inspiron 17-5749 Back Cover Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • First carefully turn the laptop over so you can access the battery.

    • Switch each of the battery latches to the "unlocked" position.

    • Pull battery upwards by the tab to remove from the laptop.

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  3. Dell Inspiron 17-5749 Back Cover Replacement, Back Cover: step 3, image 1 of 3 Dell Inspiron 17-5749 Back Cover Replacement, Back Cover: step 3, image 2 of 3 Dell Inspiron 17-5749 Back Cover Replacement, Back Cover: step 3, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the two 5.5mm screws that secure the base cover to the computer's base.

    • Using the plastic opening tool, carefully pry open the base cover starting from the center.

    • Lift the base cover upwards to remove and set it aside.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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