NFC sensor board
The NFC sensor board is located just above the right speaker (when viewed from behind). The NFC sensor
board is housed inside of a plastic holder and has two small cables connected to it. The location of the board
and an image of the board housed in its holder is shown in the following images.
To remove the NFC sensor board:
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (see
Preparing to disassemble the computer on page 27).
2. Remove the stand (see
Stand on page 29).
3. Remove the access panel (see
Access panel on page 33).
4. Remove the lower rear panel (see
Lower rear panel on page 59).
5. Disconnect the large right connector (1) and smaller left connector (2).
NOTE: The cables and connectors on this board are small and fragile. Use care when disconnecting/
connecting the cables to avoid breaking the connectors on the board.
6. Press to disengage the tab (3) that secures the plastic housing that secures the board to the computer.
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