Installing the base cover
1 Align the base cover tabs to the slots on the edges of the computer.
2 Press the edges of the cover until it clicks into place.
3 Tighten the 8 (M2.5 x 5.0) captive screws to secure the base cover to the computer.
4 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Battery
Removing the battery
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 Remove:
a MicroSD card
b SIM card tray
NOTE
: To remove both cards if equipped and no need to remove the blank ller
c Base cover
3 To remove the battery:
a Lift the ribbon, disconnect and remove the battery cable from the connector on the system board [1].
b Remove the 4 (M1.98 x 4 L) screws that secure the battery to the computer [2].
c Lift the battery from the computer [3].
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Removing and installing components