Connector types
IMPORTANT: Connector pins and connector gold ngers should not be touched directly with bare hands.
There are several dierent types of connectors on the system board with dierent requirements for cable
removal or insertion.
Flex cable
When connecting ex cables, push the cable completely, evenly into the connector.
When removing ex cables from a ZIF connector on the system board, always follow these steps:
1. Squeeze on the top of the retaining latch attached to the cable end of the connector.
2. Grasp the cable end of the connector and pull it straight out.
CAUTION: Always release connector latch before removing the cable. Otherwise, pulling the cable could
damage the cable pins and result in a failed device.
Horizontal installation cable
Use at tool to pull connector evenly. Do not pull on cable to remove.
Slide connector into receptacle on same horizontal plane as board and use at tool to push evenly into
receptacle.
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