4Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts
Computer replacement procedures
This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider only parts.
CAUTION: This computer does not have
NOTE: Details about your computer, including model, serial number, product key, and length of warranty, are on the service tag at the bottom of your computer. See Locating the serial number, product number, and model number on page 3 for details.
NOTE: HP continually improves and changes product parts. For complete and current information on supported parts for your computer, go to http://partsurfer.hp.com, select your country or region, and then follow the
There are as many as 42 screws that must be removed, replaced, and/or loosened when servicing the computer. Make special note of each screw size and location during removal and replacement.
Computer feet
NOTE: The computer feet are included in the Rubber Kit, spare part number
Before replacing the computer feet, follow these steps:
1.Turn off 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 the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer.
3.Disconnect all external devices from the computer.
Remove the computer feet:
1.Close the computer.
2.Turn the computer upside down with the front toward you.
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