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Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement

Introduction

This guide will take you step-by-step through the process of replacing the motherboard. This may be a necessary process if the component is no longer functioning or as a prerequisite for working on another component such as replacing the RAM module or display assembly.

What you need

  1. Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • To prevent injury and loss of data, ensure the device is turned off.

    • Slide the release latches out toward the edges to unlock the battery.

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  2. Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the battery by pulling it up and out.

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  3. Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement, WiFi Adapter: step 3, image 1 of 2 Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement, WiFi Adapter: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • On the bottom of the laptop locate the removable panel and screw holding it to the body. Loosen the screw and take the cover off.

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  4. Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the black and white antenna cable from the wifi adapter by pinching the gold contacts with the tips of your finger, or you can use tweezers, and pull them straight away from the adapter.

    • Unscrew the single 5mm Phillips 0 screw on the top right of the adapter. The adapter should start to angle away from the body of the computer. Once the screw is off completely, pull the adapter out of the data slot.

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  5. Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement, Palm Rest: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Using a prying tool, gently pry the palm rest off of the palm rest bracket. Start prying from one side and slowly work your way around.

    • Carefully remove the palm rest from the computer base since it is still connected by a cable and to avoid damage to the palm rest.

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  6. Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Gently pull the touchpad cable off the palm rest bracket.

    • Lift the rest of the palm rest off the computer base.

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  8. Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement, Keyboard: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the three 8mm Philips 0 screws securing the keyboard.

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  9. Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • Turn over the device and open the display.

    • Gently pry open the keyboard with the plastic opening tool, working under the edges to release the clips.

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  10. Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 2 Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement: step 9, image 2 of 2

    • Lift the keyboard off of the support bracket carefully since it is still connected by a ribbon cable.

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  11. Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 2 Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement: step 10, image 2 of 2

    • Push the clips out on either side of the ribbon cable to release it.

    • Gently disconnect the ribbon cable by pulling on the clear tab.

    • Remove the keyboard.

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  12. Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement, Palm Rest Bracket: step 11, image 1 of 1

    • Close the device and turn over.

    • Remove the five 8mm Phillips 0 screws.

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  13. Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement: step 12, image 1 of 2 Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement: step 12, image 2 of 2

    • Turn the device over and open the display.

    • Remove the single 8mm Phillips 0 screw attaching the hard-drive cage to the body of the device.

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  14. Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement: step 13, image 1 of 2 Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement: step 13, image 2 of 2

    • Pull on the black tab and slide the hard-drive cage toward the USB port on the left side of the device until its comes free and carefully lift out of device.

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  15. Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement: step 14, image 1 of 2 Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement: step 14, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the four 6mm Philips 0 screws securing the bracket.

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    • Disconnect the following:

    • Power button cable

    • Speaker cable

    • Power status light cable

    • Bluetooth cable (if installed)

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  17. Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement: step 16, image 1 of 1

    • Gently pry off the bracket using the prying tool.

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  18. Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Motherboard Replacement, Motherboard: step 17, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the following:

    • Two 4mm Phillips screws securing the motherboard

    • AC adapter cable

    • USB and SIM card cable connector

    • Display cable connector

    • Carefully lift the motherboard out.

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Conclusion

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

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