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Intro History: Dell Inspiron 15 5584 Bottom Cover Replacement

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Introduction
Hardware issues within the Dell Inspiron 15 5584 require you to remove the backplate in order to reach the internals. This guide will provide detailed steps in successfully removing the backplate.
Use this guide to assist in removing the backplate on your Dell Inspiron 15 5584 laptop.
The backplate serves as a guard to protect the sensitive hardware components within the machine and acts as a surface to place the laptop as well. All hardware issues within the Dell Inspiron 15 5584 require you to remove the backplate to resolve them.
Before using this guide, make sure to review the [link|https://www.ifixit.com/Wiki/Dell_Inspiron_15_5584_Troubleshooting|troubleshooting page|new_window=true] and confirm what issue you are having with your device. Keeping the backplate off for too long may result in components becoming damaged. Furthermore, when removing the backplate, clicking and snapping sounds are normal, however, the backplate is made of hard plastic that can easily snap.