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 following components:
a. Battery (see 
Battery on page 38).
b. Bottom door (see 
Bottom door on page 39).
c. Hard drive (see 
Hard drive on page 43)
d. Optical drive (see 
Optical drive on page 40)
e. Memory (see 
Memory modules on page 45)
f. WLAN module (see 
WLAN/Bluetooth combo card on page 47)
g. Keyboard (see 
Keyboard on page 49)
h. Metal heat shield (see 
Metal heat shield on page 51)
i. Fan (see 
Fan on page 52)
j. Top cover (see 
Top cover on page 53)
Remove the USB module.
1. Position the top cover in the normal upright position with the lid in the open position.
2. Disconnect the USB cable (1) from the system board.
3. Remove the cable (2) from the base enclosure.
4. Remove the 2 screws (3) that secure the USB module.
5. Lift the module (4) from the system board.
Reverse this procedure to install the USB module.
64 Chapter 4   Removal and replacement procedures