HP 500 manual Removing the Switchboard PCA

Removing the Switchboard PCA

(User-Replaceable)

Required Equipment

•#0 Phillips screwdriver.

Removal Procedure

1.Unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery.

2.Remove the power button panel (page 2-9).

3.Remove the retaining screw from the switchboard PCA.

Caution: Wireless models only

When removing the switchboard PCA from the computer, be careful not to pull on the wireless cable that connects the display assembly to the PCA.

4.Insert a small flat-blade screwdriver through the narrow slot in the bottom case, and carefully pry the switchboard PCA off of the connector underneath.

5.Wireless models only: remove the wireless cable clip, and disconnect the wireless cable from the PCA.

6.Remove the PCA from the computer.

Screw, M2×3mm

Wireless cable clip attaches here

Figure 2-13. Removing the Switchboard PCA (wireless model shown)

Reassembly Notes

•Wireless models only: connect the wireless cable to the PCA, and reattach the cable clip.

•Insert the back end of the switchboard PCA into its opening in the top case, then press the PCA onto its connector.