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Dell Inspiron 1721 Back Cover Replacement

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Difficulty: Moderate
Dell Inspiron 1721 Back Cover Replacement

Introduction

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If you are experiencing any problems with the device not reading a disk, overheating, or any other issues with an interior part of the Dell Inspiron 1721 this guide can be a helpful starting place for getting access to remove or replace any components.

Before attempting to take the a back cover off make sure that the device is completely turned off.

What you need

Tools

    1. Dell Inspiron 1721 Back Cover Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 2 Dell Inspiron 1721 Back Cover Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 2 of 2
      • Slide tabs outward to undo the locks.

      • Grab and pull the battery away from the device to remove.

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    1. Dell Inspiron 1721 Back Cover Replacement, Hinge Plate Cover: step 2, image 1 of 3 Dell Inspiron 1721 Back Cover Replacement, Hinge Plate Cover: step 2, image 2 of 3 Dell Inspiron 1721 Back Cover Replacement, Hinge Plate Cover: step 2, image 3 of 3
      • Pry up on the corner of the hinge cover with an iFixit opening tool.

      • Use the iFixit opening tool along both sides and the front of the hinge cover to release it.

      • Lean the display back as far as it goes and lift up on the hinge cover to remove.

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    1. Dell Inspiron 1721 Back Cover Replacement, Display Assembly: step 3, image 1 of 2 Dell Inspiron 1721 Back Cover Replacement, Display Assembly: step 3, image 2 of 2
      • Loosen the two captive Phillips #0 screws.

      • Remove the cover.

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    2. Dell Inspiron 1721 Back Cover Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1
      • Disconnect the antenna connectors from the WLAN card.

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    3. Dell Inspiron 1721 Back Cover Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 3 Dell Inspiron 1721 Back Cover Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 3 Dell Inspiron 1721 Back Cover Replacement: step 5, image 3 of 3
      • Remove the 3mm Phillips #0 screw securing the connector to the case ground.

      • Disconnect the display connector.

      • Disconnect the second connector, then remove the cable from the base.

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    4. Dell Inspiron 1721 Back Cover Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 3 Dell Inspiron 1721 Back Cover Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 3 Dell Inspiron 1721 Back Cover Replacement: step 6, image 3 of 3
      • Remove the display cable from the palm rest.

      • Use a spudger to carefully pull the antenna wires through to front of the device.

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    5. Dell Inspiron 1721 Back Cover Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 2 Dell Inspiron 1721 Back Cover Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 2
      • Remove the two 3.5 mm Phillips screws that hold the display assembly in place.

      • Lift the assembly straight up to separate it from the body of the device.

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    1. Dell Inspiron 1721 Back Cover Replacement, Back Cover: step 8, image 1 of 1
      • Disconnect the touch pad connector.

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    2. Dell Inspiron 1721 Back Cover Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 3 Dell Inspiron 1721 Back Cover Replacement: step 9, image 2 of 3 Dell Inspiron 1721 Back Cover Replacement: step 9, image 3 of 3
      • Lay the device flat and remove the 17 7mm Phillips #0 screws.

      • Use an iFixit opening tool to separate the back cover.

      • Remove the back cover.

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Conclusion

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


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