HP B1211VU, B1201VU, B1203VU, B1200, B1205VU, B1204VU, B1298TU, B1250TU, B1244TU, B1245TU manual Top cover

Top cover

Before removing the top cover, 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 37).

5. Remove the following components:

a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 41)

b. Optical drive (see Optical drive on page 48)

c. Keyboard (see Keyboard on page 50)

d. Switch cover (see Switch cover on page 52)

e. Display assembly (see Display assembly on page 54)

Remove the top cover:

1. Turn the computer upside down, with the front toward you.

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