Power connector cable
Description Spare part number
Power connector cable for use in computer models with Intel processors 448629-001
Power connector cable for use in computer models with AMD processors 430462-001
Before removing the power connector cable, follow these steps:
1.
Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.
Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.
Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and
then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.
Remove the battery (see 
Battery on page 53).
5.
Remove the following components:
a.
Hard drive (see 
Hard drive on page 54)
b.
Wireless module compartment cover (see 
WLAN module on page 57)
c.
Optical drive (see 
Optical drive on page 64)
d.
Keyboard (see 
Keyboard on page 66)
e.
Switch cover (see 
Switch cover on page 69)
f.
Display assembly (see 
Display assembly on page 71)
g.
Top cover (see 
Top cover on page 80)
h.
Speaker assembly (see 
Speaker assembly on page 92)
Remove the power connector cable:
1. Disconnect the power connector cable (1) from the system board.
2. Remove the power connector (2) from the clip built into the base enclosure.
Reverse this procedure to install the power connector cable.
94 Chapter 4   Removal and replacement procedures