HP Elitebook 1040

1. Release the ZIF connector (1) the NFC module cable is connected to, and then disconnect the NFC
module cable from the NFC module.
2. Detach the NFC module cable (2) from the computer. The NFC module cable is attached to the
computer with double-sided adhesive in two locations.
3. Detach the backlight cable (3) from the touchpad. The backlight cable is attached to the touchpad
with double-sided adhesive.
4. Remove the eight Phillips PM1.5 × 2.1 screws (4) that secure the touchpad to the computer.
5. Remove the touchpad (5).
To install the touchpad, reverse this procedure.
Card reader cable
To remove the card reader cable, use this procedure and illustration.
NOTE: The card reader cable is included in the Cable Kit, spare part number N09040-001.
Before removing the card reader cable, follow these steps:
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (see Preparation for disassembly on page 38).
2. Remove the bottom cover (see Bottom cover on page 38).
3. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 40).
Remove the card reader cable:
1. Release the ZIF connector (1) the card reader cable is connected to, and then disconnect the card
reader cable from the system board.
2. Release the ZIF connector (2) the card reader cable is connected to, and then disconnect the card
reader cable from the card reader.
Card reader cable
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