Remove The Keyboard - Dell Inspiron 510M Owner's Manual

2 Remove the center control cover:
Open the display all the way (180 degrees) so that it lies flat against your work surface.
a
Starting on the right side of the computer, use a plastic scribe to pry up the center control
b
cover. Lift it away from the computer, and lay it aside.
center control cover

3 Remove the keyboard:

Remove the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws across the top of the keyboard.
a
NOTICE:
The keycaps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-consuming to replace. Be
careful when removing and handling the keyboard.
Rotate the keyboard up and slide it forward.
b
Hold the keyboard up and slightly forward to allow access to the keyboard connector.
c
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