Removing and installing components
during servicing
Removing and installing compo
nents
during servicing
Only qualified technicians should repair your notebook. Unauthorised
opening or incorrect repair may greatly en danger the user (electric shock,
fire risk) and will invalidate y our warranty.
Components
Serv icin g
You may remove and install the components described in this chapter yourself
after consu lting the Hotline/Help Desk.
If you remove and install components without consulting the Hotline/Help
Desk, then the warranty of your notebook will be voided.
Notes o n installing and removing boards
and components
• Switch the notebook off and pull the power plug out of the mains socket.
• Remove the battery.
• Take care when you use the locking me chanisms on the battery a nd any other component .
• Never use sharp objects suc
h as screwdrivers, scissors or knives as leverage to remove covers.
NotesBoa rdESD
Boards with electrostatic sensitive devices (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 b uild up (e.g. by touching a grounded
object) before working.
• The equipment and tools you use must be free of static charges.
• Remove the power plug from the m ains su pply b efore inserting or removing
boards containing ESDs.
• Always hold board s with ESDs by their edges.
• Never touch pins or conductors on boards fitted with ESDs.
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