7. Lift the rear edge of the top cover (1) and swing it (2) up and forward until it rests at an angle.
8. Remove the top cover
Reverse this procedure to install the top cover.
System board
NOTE: All system board spare part kits include replacement thermal material.
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Before removing the system board, 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 37).
5. Remove the following components:
a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 40)
b. Optical drive (see Optical drive on page 48)
c. Switch cover (see Switch cover on page 50)
d. Keyboard (see Keyboard on page 52)
e. Display assembly (see Display assembly on page 56)
f. Top cover (see Top cover on page 63)
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