Removing and installing components
Recommended tools
The procedures in this document may require the following tools:
• Philips screwdriver #1
• Flat-head screwdriver
• Plastic scribe
Screw list
NOTE: When removing screws from a component, it is recommended to note the screw type, the quantity of screws,
and then place them in a screw storage box. This is to ensure that the correct number of screws and correct screw type
is restored when the component is replaced.
NOTE: Some computers have magnetic surfaces. Ensure that the screws are not left attached to such surface when
replacing a component.
NOTE: Screw color may vary with the configuration ordered.
Table 1. Screw list
Component Secured to Screw type Quantity Screw image
LED daughter board Chassis M2x3 1
3.5-inch hard-drive
assembly
Chassis #6-32 1
3.5-inch hard drive Hard-drive cage #6-32 4
Wireless-card bracket System board M2x3 1
Solid-state drive/Intel
Optane
System board M2x3 1
LED daughter board System board M2x3 1
Power-supply unit cover Chassis #6-32 2
Power-supply unit Chassis #6-32 3
Ports bezel Chassis #6-32 1
Front I/O board Chassis #6-32 1
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