In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to install and replace the Palmrest Touchpad on your Inspiron 17 (5748) laptop. These installation instructions have be made into 9 easy to follow printable steps. We have also create a video tutorial that shows you how to install your Inspiron 17 (5748) Palmrest Touchpad.
Before you begin
Dell repair manual service precautions
Tools needed for this laptop repair
- 1 x small phillips head screwdriver
- 1 x small plastic scribe
Inspiron 5748 Palmrest Touchpad
Inspiron 17 5748 Palmrest Touchpad
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Video tutorial repair manual
Installation and Removal Instructions
Inspiron 17 (5748) Palmrest Touchpad


Step 1
- Slide the latches over to unlock the battery.
- Lift the battery out of the laptop.
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Step 2
- Remove the screw.
- Slide the optical drive out of the laptop.
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Step 3
- Remove the screws.
- Carefully pry up the access door.
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Step 4
- Remove the screw.
- Slide the hard drive to the left and lift it out of the laptop.
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Step 5
- Remove the bottom screws.
- Turn the laptop over and open it up.


Step 6
- Press in the keyboard latches and loosen the keyboard.
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Step 7
- Turn the keyboard over.
- Unplug the keyboard cable.


Step 8
- Remove the top screws.
- Unplug the cables.
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Step 9
- Carefully separate and remove the palmrest.
Inspiron 5748 Palmrest Touchpad
Inspiron 17 5748 Palmrest Touchpad
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