Removing and installing components
during servicing
Removing and i nstalling compo
nents
during servicing
Only qualified technicians should repair your notebook. Unauthorised
opening or incorrect repair may greatly enda nger 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 d escribed in this chapter yourself.
If you remove and install components without consulting the H otline/Service
Desk, then the warranty of your notebook will be voided.
Notes on installing and removing boards
and components
• Switch the notebook off and pu ll t he power plug out of the ma ins socket.
• Always remove the battery.
• Take care when you u se the locking mechanisms on the battery and any other component.
• Never use s harp objects such a s screwdrivers, scissors or knives as l everage to remove covers.
NotesBoa rdESD
Boards w ith electrostatic sensitive d evices (ESD) are marked with the label
shown.
When handling boards fitted with ESDs, you m ust always observe the following
points:
• You must always discharge static build up (e.g. by touching a grou nded
object) before working.
• The equipment and tools you use mu st be free o f static charges.
• Remove the power plug from the mains supply befo re inserting or removing
boards containing ESDs.
• Always hold boards with ESDs by their edges.
• Never touch pins or c onductors on boards fi tted with ESDs.
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