disconnecting cables, keep them evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins. When connecting cables, ensure
that the ports and connectors are correctly oriented and aligned.
CAUTION: Press and eject any installed card from the media-card reader.
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
Stand System-board shield M3x5 4
Hard-drive bracket Display-assembly base M3x5 1
Hard-drive bracket Hard drive M3x3.5 4
System-board shield Display-assembly base M3x5 5
Media-card reader cover Display-assembly base M3x5 1
Media-card reader Display-assembly base M3x5 1
Power-button board Display-assembly base M3x5 1
Microphone Display-assembly base M2x2.5 2
Speakers Display-assembly base M3 4+7.1 4
Fan Display-assembly base M2x2.5 3
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