6.Gently lift around the edges of the top cover (1) and lift to remove the top cover (2).

When replacing the top cover, be sure that the following components are removed from the defective top cover and installed on the replacement top cover:

●Power button board and cable (see Power button board on page 45). Reverse this procedure to install the top cover.

Power button board

Description

Spare part number

 

 

Power button board (includes cable)

697901-001

 

 

IMPORTANT: Make special note of each screw and screw lock size and location during removal and replacement.

Before removing the power button board, follow these steps:

1.Shut down the computer.

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 35).

5.Remove the keyboard (see Keyboard on page 39).

6.Remove the top cover (see Top cover on page 43).

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