Removing and installing com ponents
during servicing
Removing and installing compo
nents
during servicing
Only q ualified technicians should repair yo ur notebook. Unauthorised
opening o r incorrect repair may greatly endanger the user (electric shock,
fire risk) and will invalidate your warranty.
Components
Serv icin g
After consulting the Hotline/Service Desk, you may remove and install the
components described in this chap ter yourself.
If you remove and install compone nts without consulting the Hotline/Service
Desk, then the warranty of your notebook will be voided.
Notes on installing and removing boards
and components
• Switch the notebook off and pull t he power plug out of the mains socket.
• Always remove the battery.
• Take care when you use the locking mechanisms on the battery and any other component.
• Never use sharp objects such as screwdrivers, scissors or knives as leverage to remove covers.
NotesBoardESD
Boards with electrostatic sensitive device s (ESD) are marked with the label
shown.
When handling boards fitted with ESDs, you must always observe the following
points:
• You must always discharge static build up (e.g. by touching a grounded
object) be fore working.
• The equipm ent and tools you use must be free of static charges.
• Remove the power plug from the mains supply befo re inserting or removing
boards containing ESDs.
• Always hold bo ards w ith ESDs by their edges.
• Never touch pins or conductors on boards fitted with ESDs.
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