ExpressCard Reader
Removing the ExpressCard Reader
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the:
a. Batteries
b. Bottom chassis cover
c. PCIe heatsink assembly
d. Battery bay
e. Left I/O daughterboard
f. Smart card
3. Peel off the tape on the express card FPC connectors [1] and an extra tape on the connector [2] on the system board.
4. Disconnect the express card FPC connector [3] and pass it through the wall bridge [4].
5. Remove the two screws securing the faceplate and the six 'M2*5' screws securing the Smart card to the computer [1]
6. Lift and remove the express card up to remove it from the computer [2].
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Removing and installing components