5 Removal and replacement procedures

CAUTION: Tablet and keyboard components described in this chapter should only be accessed by an authorized service provider. Accessing these components can damage the tablet/keyboard or void the warranty.

NOTE: HP continually improves and changes product parts. For complete and current information on supported parts for the tablet/keyboard, go to http://partsurfer.hp.com, select the country or region, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

Tablet replacement procedures

There are as many as 37 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.

Back cover

Description

Spare part number

 

 

For use on tablet models equipped with a fingerprint reader

766611-001

 

 

For use on tablet models not equipped with a fingerprint reader

778695-001

 

 

Before 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.

NOTE: When replacing the back cover, be sure that the fingerprint reader board (see Fingerprint reader board on page 41) and button board (see Button board on page 42) are removed from the defective back cover and installed on the replacement back cover.

Remove the back cover:

CAUTION: Before positioning the tablet with display panel facing 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 panel.

1.Turn the tablet upside down with the bottom edge toward you.

2.Separate the adhesive cover strip (1) from the bottom edge of the tablet.

3.Remove the four Phillips PM1x4 screws (2).

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