Chapter 3 3-1

This chapter contains procedures on how to disassemble the notebook
computer for maintenance and troubleshooting.
To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools:
• Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic
discharge
• Flat-bladed screwdriver
• Phillips screwdriver
• Hexagonal screwdriver
• Tweezer s
• Plastic stick
The flowchart on the following page gives a clearer and more graphic
representation off the entire disassembly sequence. Please refer to it from
time to time, together with the screw list below. For a more detailed
disassembly procedure, please refer to the Service CD kit.
The screws for the different components vary in size. During the disa ssem bly
process, group the screws together with the corresponding components to
avoid mismatch when putting back the components.
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