Turn the notebook over so the top is facing up.
Turn the notebook over so the bottom is facing up.

Replacing the modem

To replace the modem:

1 Disconnect the AC adapter and modem and network cables and prepare the notebook by following the instructions in “Preparing the notebook” on page 6.

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3 Remove the battery by following the instructions in “Removing the battery” on page 7.

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5 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in “Replacing the keyboard cover” on page 19.

6 Remove the keyboard by following the instructions in “Replacing the keyboard” on page 23.

7 Remove both hinge covers by following the instructions in “Replacing the hinge covers” on page 41.

8 Remove the LCD panel from the notebook by following the instructions in “Replacing the LCD panel assembly” on page 45.

9 Remove the palm rest assembly by following the instructions in “Replacing the palm rest assembly” on page 48.

10 Remove the two screws that secure the modem to the notebook.

Screws

11 Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver or non-marring tool under the modem and gently pry it up about ¼ inch.

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