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Small rectangular plastic cover with ribbon cable and circuit board visible

DELL

DELL Inspiron 8500 Power Button Cover 8T888

SKU CH-YQX8-KZDJX

Replacement power button cover with circuit board and ribbon cable for Dell Inspiron 8500 laptops

  • Genuine Dell replacement part ensures exact fit
  • Includes circuit board, ribbon cable and connector for full function
  • Restores power button operation on Inspiron 8500 laptops
  • Dell part numbers 8T888 and T2777 confirm compatibility
  • New condition guarantees reliable, long-lasting performance

Dell Inspiron 8500 Power Button Assembly

This genuine Dell replacement part restores the power control function on Inspiron 8500 notebooks. It arrives new and includes the circuit board, ribbon cable and connector as a complete assembly. The cover integrates the on/off switch for direct board-level repair.

Part numbers 8T888 and T2777

The assembly matches Dell part numbers 8T888 and T2777 for exact fitment on the specified model. It replaces a failed or damaged power button circuit without requiring separate ribbon or connector sourcing. Compatibility is limited to the Inspiron 8500 series.

Not for other Dell models or external repairs

This part will not fit other Inspiron generations, Latitude, Precision or XPS chassis. It does not address motherboard-level power delivery faults beyond the switch assembly. Buyers needing a different form factor or additional board components must source a separate kit.

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Price $3.99
Cheaper than about 93% of the 8,808 comparable items (median $16.99).

Specifications

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Brand nameDell

Questions about this item

Will this power button cover fit the Dell Inspiron 8500 chassis I already own?

Yes, it is built specifically for the Inspiron 8500 and includes the circuit board with ribbon cable and connector that matches the original part numbers 8T888 and T2777.

How can I confirm the ribbon switch is functioning correctly once installed?

Press the cover; the notebook should power on or off immediately with a crisp click and no sticking.

Does the package contain only the cover or the full switch assembly, and do I need any extra cables?

You receive the complete centre control assembly — cover, circuit board, ribbon cable and connector — so no separate parts are required.

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