Removing an d installing co mp onents
during servicin g
Removing and installing compo
nents
during servicing
Only qualified technicians should repair your notebook. U nauthorised
opening or 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, yo u may remove an d install the
components described 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 power p lug out of the mains socket.
• Always remove the battery.
• Ta ke care when you use the locking me chanisms 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 sensitive devices (ESD) are marked with the label
shown.
When handling boards fitted with ESD s, you m ust 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 charges.
• Remove the power plug from the mains supply before inserting or removing
boards containing ESDs.
• Always hold boards with ESDs by their edges.
• Never touch pins or conductors on boards fitted w ith ESDs.
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