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Presario 1700 Series
Models: XL260, XL261, XL262, XL264, XL265, XL266, XL274, XL275, XL360, XL361, XL362, XL363, XL364, XL365, XL366, XL367, XL368, XL369, XL370, XL371, XL372, XL373, XL374, XL375, XL376, XL377, and XL378
Preparing the Notebook for Disassembly
Before beginning Removal & Replacement Procedures, complete the following steps:
1.Disconnect AC power and any external devices.
2.Remove the QuikDock (pg 8).
3.Remove the battery pack (pg 9).
Important: The battery pack should be removed before performing any internal maintenance on the Notebook.
ÅWARNING: Metal objects can damage the battery pack as well as the battery contacts in the battery compartment. To prevent damage, do not allow metal objects to touch the battery contacts. Place only the battery pack for the Compaq Presario 1700 Series Portable Notebook into the battery compartment. Do not force the battery pack into the bay if insertion is difficult.
ÄCAUTION: Do not crush, puncture, or incinerate the battery pack. Do not open a battery pack; this damages the pack, makes it unusable, and exposes potentially harmful battery components. No
Note: The Compaq Presario 1700 Series Portable Computers have several screws of various sizes that are not interchangeable. During disassembly, place screws in their correct location. During removal keep screws with their respective subassembly to make reassembly easy.