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Dell Latitude 3380 Audio Card Replacement

Introduction

if you cannot hear anything from your Dell Latitude 3380, it is possible that your audio card in the laptop has malfunctioned and may need to be replaced.

Before starting, make sure to properly shut down the laptop and drain all power. Also, make sure you have the replacement part and the proper tools in order to do the repairs.

What you need

  1. Dell Latitude 3380 Audio Card Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 1 of 2 Dell Latitude 3380 Audio Card Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Turn the laptop over so that the back is facing up.

    • Remove the nine 3 mm screws with a Phillips #0 screwdriver.

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  3. Dell Latitude 3380 Audio Card Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Dell Latitude 3380 Audio Card Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Use an opening tool to pry the back cover away from the laptop.

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  4. Dell Latitude 3380 Audio Card Replacement, Audio Card: step 3, image 1 of 3 Dell Latitude 3380 Audio Card Replacement, Audio Card: step 3, image 2 of 3 Dell Latitude 3380 Audio Card Replacement, Audio Card: step 3, image 3 of 3

    • Gently disconnect the audio jack from the motherboard.

    • Remove the single 3 mm screw using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.

    • Lift up on the audio card and remove it from the laptop.

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Conclusion

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

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