Power connector cable
NOTE: The power connector cable is included in the Cable Kit, spare part number 650369-001. For
more Cable Kit spare part information, see
Cable Kit on page 23.
Before removing the power connector cable, 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 service access cover (see
Service access cover on page 39).
6. Remove the keyboard (see
Keyboard on page 52).
7. Remove the fan (see
Fan on page 55).
8. Remove the top cover (see
Top cover on page 57).
9. Remove the speakers (see
Speakers on page 67).
10. Remove the system board (see
System board on page 68).
Remove the power connector cable:
1. Position the computer right-side up, with the front toward you.
2. Remove the WWAN and WLAN cables (1) from the routing channels in the base enclosure.
3. Remove the T8 2.5x3.0 screw (2) that secures the power connector bracket to the base
enclosure.
4. Remove the power connector bracket (3) from the base enclosure.
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