HP QX882US manual Security lock

Security lock

NOTE: The security lock is included with the base enclosure assembly, spare part number 652649-001.

Before removing the security lock, 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 48).

5.Remove the service access cover (see Service access cover on page 50).

6.Remove the following components:

a.Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 60)

b.Optical drive (see Optical drive on page 65)

c.Keyboard (see Keyboard on page 67)

d.Top cover (see Top cover on page 71)

e.Video card fan/heat sink assembly (see Video card fan/heat sink assembly on page 84)

f.Processor heat sink (see Processor heat sink on page 86)

g.System board (see System board on page 107)

Remove the security lock:

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

2.Remove the Torx 9M2.5×6.0 screw (1) that secures the security lock to the base enclosure.

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