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Dell Latitude E6400 bottom base cover assembly with 1394 port smart card slot and battery latch

DELL

DELL Latitude E6400 Bottom Base Cover Assembly FX273

SKU CH-BVVY-Z54SD

Replacement bottom base cover assembly for Dell Latitude E6400 includes 1394 port, smart card slot and battery latch

  • Replaces the worn chassis on a Latitude E6400
  • Includes 1394 port with cable for legacy peripherals
  • Smart card slot built in for secure logins
  • Battery latch assembly supplied for immediate fit
  • Matches Dell part numbers RX493, HT027, FX273, TN284

Replacement Base Cover for Latitude E6400

This new bottom base cover assembly is a direct replacement part for the Dell Latitude E6400 laptop. It restores the structural integrity of the chassis and includes the integrated 1394 port with cable, smart card slot, and battery latch assembly. Dell part number RX493 matches compatible references HT027, FX273, and TN284.

Suitable for Repairing a Specific Chassis

This assembly suits technicians or owners repairing a damaged base on a Latitude E6400 where the original FX273, HT027, or TN284 part is required. It is not for users needing a cover for different Latitude models or other laptop brands, as mounting points and port cutouts vary by chassis design.

Dell Part Number RX493 Confirms Fit

The decisive specification is the Dell part number RX493, which confirms compatibility with the Latitude E6400 and cross-references FX273, HT027, and TN284. Verify this number against your service manual or existing part before ordering to ensure correct fitment.

Highlights

  • Replaces the worn chassis on a Latitude E6400
  • Includes 1394 port with cable for legacy peripherals
  • Smart card slot built in for secure logins
  • Battery latch assembly supplied for immediate fit
  • Matches Dell part numbers RX493, HT027, FX273, TN284

Specifications

BrandDell

Questions about this item

Does my Dell Latitude E6400 need any other chassis parts to fit the FX273 base cover?

The FX273 assembly includes the 1394 port cable, Smart Card slot and battery latch, so no extra chassis pieces are required.

Will the RX493 base cover still accept the original docking connector on my E6400?

Yes, the RX493 part matches the factory mounting points and port cut-outs used by the Latitude E6400 docking connector.

How can I confirm the 1394 port on the new base cover is functioning after installation?

Plug a FireWire device into the 1394 port; if the system detects it in Device Manager the port is working.

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