Removing and installing c omponents
during servicing
Removing and installing compo
nents
during servicing
The illustrations show n below may differ from your actual device. They are
merely intended to clarify the principles involved.
Only q ualified technicians should repair your notebook. Unauthorised
opening o r incorrect repair may greatly endanger the user (electric shock,
fire risk) and will invalidate your warranty.
Components
Serv icing
After consulting the Hotline/Service Desk, you may remove and install the
components described in this chap ter yourself.
If you remove and install components without consulting the Hotline/Service
Desk, then the w arranty of y our notebook will be voided.
Notes on installing and removing boards
and components
• Switch the notebook off and pu ll the power plug out of the ma 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 such as screwdrivers, scissors or knives as leverage to remove covers.
NotesBoardESD
Boards with el
ectrostatic sensitive devices (ESD) are marked w ith the label
shown.
When handli
ng boards fitted w ith ESDs, you must always observe the following
points:
• You must alw
ays discharge static build up (e.g. by touching a grou nded
object) be
fore working.
• The equipm ent and tools you use m u st be free of static charges.
•Removeth
e power plug from the mains supply before inserting or removing
boards co
ntaining ESDs.
• Always hold boards with ESDs b y their edges.
• Never to
uch pins or c onductors on boards fitted with ESDs.
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