Removing and installing components
Recommended tools
The procedures in this document may require the following tools:
• Phillips 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 conguration ordered.
Table 1. Screw list
Component Secured to Screw type Quantity Screw image
Base cover Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2x6 4
Battery Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2x2 4
Battery Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M1.6x4 1
Touchpad bracket Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M1.6x2 3
Touchpad Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M1.6x2 2
I/O-board bracket Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2.5x3.5 2
I/O-board Palm-rest and keyboard
assembly
M2x3 1
Solid-state drive System board M2x2.5 1
Wireless-card bracket Wireless card and system
board
M2x2.5 1
2
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