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 following components:

a.Remove the battery (see Battery on page 43)

b.Remove the service access cover (see Service access cover on page 44)

c.Remove the WLAN module (see WLAN module on page 50)

d.Remove the WWAN module (see WWAN module on page 53)

e.Remove the keyboard (see Keyboard on page 55)

f.Remove the top cover (see Top cover on page 60)

g.Remove the display assembly (see Display assembly on page 66)

h.Remove the Bluetooth module (see Bluetooth module on page 72)

i.Latch assembly (see Latch assembly on page 73)

Remove the speaker assembly:

1.Position the computer right-side up, with the front toward you.

2.Unplug the speaker cable (1) from the audio connector board, and note the routing channel of the speaker cable in the base enclosure.

3.Slide the the speakers and cables (2) from the base enclosure and lift to remove.

Reverse this procedure to install the speaker assembly.

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