Top cover

NOTE: The top cover spare part kit includes the TouchPad board and cable, TouchPad button board and cable, and TouchPad bracket.

Description

Spare part number

 

 

For use only on computer models equipped with a fingerprint reader (includes fingerprint reader and

598801-001

cable)

 

 

 

For use only on computer models not equipped with a fingerprint reader

598802-001

 

 

Before removing the top cover, 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 44), and then remove the following components:

a.Memory module compartment cover (see Expansion memory module on page 48)

b.Wireless module compartment cover (see WLAN module on page 53)

c.Switch cover and keyboard (see Switch cover and keyboard on page 65)

d.Display assembly (see Display assembly on page 72)

Remove the top cover:

1.Turn the computer upside down, with the front toward you.

2.Remove the four rubber screw covers (1) on the front edge of the base enclosure.

3.Remove the two rubber screw covers (2) in the rear corners of the base enclosure.

Component replacement procedures 81