Removing and inst alling components
during servicing
Removing and installing compo
nents
during servicing
Only qualified technicians should repair your notebook. Unauthorised
opening or incorrect repair may greatly endanger the user (electric shock,
fire risk) and will invalidate your warranty.
Components
Serv icin g
After c onsu lting the Hotline/Service Desk, you may remove and i nstall the
components described in this chapter yourself.
If you rem ove and install components without consulting the Hotline/Service
Desk, t hen the warranty of your n otebook will be voided.
Notes on installing and rem oving boards
and components
• Switch the notebook off and pull the 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 o r 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 build up (e.g. by touching a grounded
object) before working.
• The equipment and tools you use must be free of static cha rges.
• Remove the power plug from the mains supply before inserting or removing
boards containing ESDs.
• Always hold boards with ESD s by their edge s.
• Never touch pins or conductors on boards fitted with ESDs.
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