Dell Inspiron 16 (7610) How-To Install & Replace Your Motherboard

By Ricardo on July 11, 2023 · 12:01 pm

In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to install and replace the Motherboard on your Dell Inspiron 16 (7610) laptop. These installation instructions have been made into 9 easy to follow printable steps. We have also created a video tutorial that shows you how to install your Dell Inspiron 16 (7610) Motherboard.

Before you begin

Please take the time read the following safety guidelines when working on static sensitive electrical components.
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Tools needed for this laptop repair

1 x small phillips head screwdriver
1 x small plastic scribe

Inspiron 16 7610 Motherboard

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Video tutorial repair manual

Installation and Removal Instructions
Dell Inspiron 16 (7610) Motherboard

Before you begin: If you need help at any point, you can always contact Parts-People Motherboard Repair Department for help with your diagnosis or repair.

Step 1

Before you begin: If you need help at any point, you can always contact Parts-People Motherboard Repair Department for help with your diagnosis or repair.

Use a Phillips Screwdriver to unscrew the

Step 2

Use a Phillips Screwdriver to unscrew the Bottom Base Cover (7 x M2 x 4mm) (2 x captive screws).
Use a Plastic Scribe to pry apart and remove the Bottom Base Cover.

Step 3

Unscrew and disconnect the Battery (5 x M2 x 3mm).

Step 4

Unscrew the Left Cooling Fan (2 x M2 x 4mm).
Disconnect and remove the cooling fan.

Step 5

Unscrew the Right Cooling Fan (2 x M2 x 4mm).
Disconnect and remove the cooling fan.

Unscrew and remove the Heatsink (4 x captive screws).

Step 6

Unscrew and remove the Heatsink (4 x captive screws).

Unscrew and remove the WiFi bracket (1 x M2 x 3mm).

Step 7

Unscrew and remove the WiFi bracket (1 x M2 x 3mm).
Disconnect the antenna cables and slide out the WiFi Card.

Step 8

Disconnect the LCD cable.

Step 9

Unscrew the Motherboard (2 x M2 x 3mm) (2 x M2 x 5mm) (1 x M2 x 2mm).
Unclip each locking tab (in the direction shown in the image) and then disconnect the motherboard cables.
***FOLLOW THESE STEPS IN REVERSE TO REINSTALL YOUR PART.

Inspiron 16 7610 Motherboard

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Inspiron 16 7610 Motherboard