10. Replace the screw (M2x3) that secures the power-button shield to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
11. Adhere the mylar tape that secures the power-button shield to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
Next steps
1. Install the power-adapter port.
2. Install the display assembly.
3. Install the system board.
4. Install the speakers.
5. Install the 4-cell battery or the 3-cell battery.
6. Install the base cover.
7. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Palm-rest and keyboard assembly
Removing the palm-rest and keyboard assembly
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the base cover.
3. Remove the 4-cell battery or the 3-cell battery.
4. Remove the speakers.
5. Remove the system board.
NOTE: The system board can be removed with the heat sink attached.
6. Remove the display assembly.
7. Remove the power-adapter port.
8. Remove the power button with fingerprint reader or power button.
9. Remove the touchpad.
About this task
The following image indicates the palm-rest and keyboard assembly and provides a visual representation of the removal
procedure.
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Removing and installing components