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USB board
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USB board (includes cable) | |
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Before removing the USB board, 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 52).
5.Remove the following components:
a.Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 53)
b.Optical drive (see Optical drive on page 56)
c.Keyboard (see Keyboard on page 62)
d.Top cover (see Top cover on page 64)
Remove the USB board:
1.Position the computer upright with the right side toward you.
2.Disconnect the USB board cable (1) from the system board.
3.Remove the Phillips PM2.5×3.0 screw (2) that secures the USB board to the base enclosure.
4.Lift the USB board (3) straight up to remove it from the computer.
Reverse this procedure to install the USB board.
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