Removing the Modem
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.
CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface.
NOTICE: Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts.
1.Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."
2.Remove the center control cover.
3.Remove the keyboard.
4.Remove the metal shield that covers the modem:
a.Loosen the two captive screws that secure the metal shield.
b.Lift the shield on the side near the screw hole, slide the shield tabs out from under the edge of the computer base, and lay the shield aside.
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captive screw (2)
5.Remove the screw that attaches the modem.
6.Pull straight up on the attached
1modem cable
2modem screw
3modem
4modem connector on system board