Smart card reader
Description Spare part number
Smart card reader (includes cable)
The smart card reader bracket is available in the Bracket Kit, spare part number 848232-001.
848245-001
Before removing the smart card reader, follow these steps:
1. Turn o the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is o or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2. Disconnect the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer.
3. Disconnect all external devices from the computer.
4. Remove the bottom cover (see Bottom cover on page 29).
5. Disconnect the battery (see Battery on page 31).
Remove the smart card reader:
1. Release the ZIF connector (1) to which the smart card reader cable is attached, and then disconnect the
smart card reader cable from the system board.
2. Loosen the four captive Phillips screws (2) that secure the smart card reader to the base enclosure.
3. Remove the smart card reader (3).
Reverse this procedure to install the smart card reader and cable.
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