7. Release the ZIF connector (2) to which the keyboard cable is attached, and disconnect the keyboard
cable (3) from the system board.
8.
Remove the keyboard.
Reverse this procedure to install the keyboard.
Hinge cover
NOTE: The hinge cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 454685-001.
Before removing the hinge cover, follow these steps:
1.
Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.
Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.
Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and
then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.
Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 37).
5.
Remove the hard drive compartment cover (see
Hard drive on page 39).
6.
Remove the keyboard (see
Keyboard on page 48).
Remove the hinge cover:
1.
Turn the computer upside down, with the rear panel toward you.
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