Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the solid state drive carrier.
3. Remove the batteries.
4. Remove the base cover.
5. Remove the express-card reader.
6. Remove the smart-card reader.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the smart-card and express-card reader bracket, and provides a visual
representation of the removal procedure.
Figure 80. Removing the smart-card and express-card reader bracket
Steps
1. Remove the two (M2x3) screws that secure the smart-card and express-card reader bracket to the computer chassis.
2. Lift and remove the smart-card and express-card reader bracket from the computer chassis.
Installing the smart-card and express-card reader bracket
CAUTION: The information in this installation section is intended for authorized service technicians only.
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the smart-card and express-card reader bracket, and provides a visual
representation of the installation procedure.
Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
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