Power connector cable
Description Spare part number
Power connector cable (includes power connector) 486864-001
Before removing the power connector cable, 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 43).
5. Remove the following components:
a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 46)
b. Optical drive (see Optical drive on page 44)
c. Keyboard (see Keyboard on page 56)
d. Switch cover (see Switch cover on page 58)
e. Speaker assembly (see Speaker assembly on page 60)
f. Display assembly (see Display assembly on page 62)
g. Top cover (see Top cover on page 69)
Remove the power connector cable:
1. Turn the computer upright with the right side toward you.
2. Disconnect the power connector cable (1) from the system board.
3. Remove the power connector (2) from the clip built into the base enclosure.
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