NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the Tablet-PC.

Removing the Keyboard

1Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 155.

2Remove the hinge cover (see "Removing the Hinge Cover" on page 174).

NOTICE: The keycaps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time- consuming to replace. Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard.

3Remove the two M2 x 3-mm screws to either side of the rotating hinge at the top of the keyboard.

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screws (2)

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keyboard tabs (4)

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palm rest

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keyboard-cable pull-tab

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keyboard-cable locking arm

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track stick-cable locking arm

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track stick cable

 

 

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Adding and Replacing Parts

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