Removing and installing components
NOTE: The images in this document may differ from your computer depending on the configuration you ordered.
Recommended tools
The procedures in this document may require the following tools:
ā Phillips screwdriver #0
ā Phillips screwdriver #1
ā 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 surfaces 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
Base cover Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2.5x6 7
Base cover Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
Captive screw
M2.5x2.5+5L
2
Battery Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2x3 3
Display panel Display assembly M2x2.5 2
Display panel Display assembly M2.5x2.5 6
Hard-drive assembly Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2x3 3
Hard-drive bracket Hard drive M3x3 4
Heat sink Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2x5 2
Heat sink System board Captive screw 4
2
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