Removal and replacement procedures

Component replacement procedures

This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider only parts.

There are as many as 16 screws that must be removed, replaced, and/or loosened when servicing the tablet. Make special note of each screw size and location during removal and replacement.

Rear cover

Description

Spare part number

 

 

In red finish for use only on tablet models equipped with 16-GB of system memory

730355-001

 

 

In silver finish for use only on tablet models equipped with 16-GB of system memory

730354-001

 

 

In red finish for use only on tablet models equipped with 8-GB of system memory

727909-001

 

 

In silver finish for use only on tablet models equipped with 8-GB of system memory

727659-001

 

 

Before removing the disassembling the tablet, follow these steps:

1.Turn off the tablet. If you are unsure whether the tablet is off or in Hibernation, turn the tablet on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

2.Disconnect the power from the tablet by unplugging the power cord from the tablet.

3.Disconnect all external devices from the tablet.

Remove the rear cover:

CAUTION: Before placing the tablet screen down, make sure the work surface is clear of tools, screws, and any other foreign objects. Failure to follow this caution can result in damage to the display screen.

1.Position the tablet with the top edge toward you.

2.Remove the two Torx T4M1.4×3.0 screws (1) that secure the I/O bezel to the tablet.

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Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures preliminary requirements