Top cover

Description

Spare part number

 

 

Top cover

599569-001

 

 

Before removing the top cover, 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 36).

5.Remove the following components:

a.Switch cover (see Switch cover on page 37)

b.Keyboard (see Keyboard on page 39)

c.Speakers (see Speakers on page 46)

d.DVD-ROM drive (see DVD-ROM drive on page 43)

e.Palm rest (see Palm rest on page 48)

Remove the top cover:

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

2.Remove the 12 slotted T8 2.5×5.0 screws (1) and the 4 PM2.0×3.0 screws (2) that secure the top cover to the base enclosure.

3.If installed, remove the ExpressCard slot bezel (1), and remove the tape that attaches the top cover to the audio jacks.

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