Introduction

In this guide, you will learn to remove and replace the IO board on the Dell Inspiron 15 5565. Please see this page to perform troubleshooting steps.

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    • Remove the 4 mm screw that secures the optical drive bracket to the optical drive using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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    • Eject the optical drive by pressing the eject button.

    • Push out the optical drive bracket using the iFixit opening tool.

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    • Remove 13 8 mm screws from the bottom of the device using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

    • Remove the single 4 mm screw from the bottom of the device using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

    • Remove the three 4 mm screws from the optical drive slot using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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    • Remove the back cover from the laptop.

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    • Lift up the cover to pull out the cable.

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    • Remove the single 5 mm screw from the main part of the IO board using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

    • Remove the IO board from the device.

Conclusion

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

Chad Welsh

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