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 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 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 the p ower plug out of the m a ins socket.
• Always remove the battery.
• Take care when you use the locking mechanisms on the battery and any other component.
• Never use sharp objects suc
h as screwdrivers, scissors or knives as leverage to remove covers.
NotesBoa rdESD
Boards with electrostatic s ensitive de vice s (ESD) are marked with the label
shown.
When handling b oards fitted with ESDs, you must 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 must be free of static charges.
• Remove the power plug from the mains supply before inserting or removing
boards cont aining ESDs.
• Always hold boards with ESDs by their edges.
• Never touch pins or c onductors on boards fitted with ESDs.
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