9. Remove the heat-sink for integrated graphics or heat-sink for discrete graphics.
10. Remove the inner frame.
About this task
The figure indicates the location of the smart-card reader and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.
Steps
1. Disconnect the smart-card reader FFC from the connector on the USH daughter board.
2. Disconnect the touchpad buttons FFC and keyboard backlight FFC from the touchpad.
NOTE: For models shipped with a keyboard backlight from the touchpad.
3. Peel the smart-card reader FFC from the touchpad.
4. Remove the two (M2x2) screws that secure the smart-card reader to the computer.
5. Remove the smart-card reader from the computer.
Installing the smart-card reader
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
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Removing and installing components