5. Lift the rear edge of the keyboard (1) until it rests at an angle.
6. Release the keyboard (2) by sliding it back to disengage the tabs on the front edge of the keyboard
from the top cover.
7. Lift the rear edge of the keyboard (3) and swing it forward until it rests on the palm rest.
8. Release the zero insertion force (ZIF) connector (1) to which the keyboard cable is attached and
disconnect the keyboard cable (2) from the system board.
9.
Remove the keyboard.
Reverse this procedure to install the keyboard.
Switch cover
Description Spare part number
For use only in computer models with Intel processors;
Switch cover (includes LED board and cable and power button board and cable) 451312-001
Switch cover for use only with computer models sold at Best Buy (includes LED board and cable and
power button board and cable)
451599-001
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