Removing the power button with fingerprint reader
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the base cover.
3. Remove the rear cover.
4. Remove the rear-cover bracket.
5. Remove the graphics-card fan.
6. Remove the system board.
NOTE: The system board can be removed and installed along with the heat sink. This simplifies the removal and
installation procedure and prevents damage to the thermal bond between the system board and heat sink.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the power button with fingerprint reader and provides a visual representation of the removal
procedure.
Steps
1. Lift the power button with fingerprint reader off the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
2. Remove the two screws (M1.6x1.8) that secure the power-button bracket to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
Removing and installing components
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