4–62 Maintenance and Service Guide
Removal and replacement procedures
Smart Card Reader
Before removing the Smart Card Reader, 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 4-7).
5. Remove the following components:
a. Bluetooth module (see “Bluetooth module” on page 4-9)
b. Mass storage device (see “Mass storage device” on page 4-11)
c. Optical drive (see “Optical drive” on page 4-23)
d. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 4-25)
e. Switch cover (see “Switch cover” on page 4-33)
f. Palm rest (see “Palm rest” on page 4-36)
g. TouchPad (see “TouchPad” on page 4-38)
h. Display assembly (see “Display assembly” on page 4-45)
i. Top cover (see “Top cover” on page 4-59)
Remove the Smart Card Reader:
1. Use a flat-bladed screwdriver 1 to release the hooks 2 on each side of the Smart Card Reader from the edges
of the base enclosure.
2. Press in on the Smart Card Reader 3 to release it from the ExpressCard assembly.
3. Remove the Smart Card Reader 4 from the ExpressCard assembly.
Reverse this procedure to install the Smart Card Reader.
Description Spare part number
Smart Card Reader (factory-installed on select models only) 591698-001
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