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9 Disassembly/Reassembly
Note:
Power off the computer. Do not shut down to the Suspend or hibernation mode.
Do not add peripherals while the computer is in the Suspend or hibernation mode; abnormal operation may result.

9.1. Disassembly Instructions

9.1.1. Preparation

Before disassembling, be sure to make the following prepara-
tions.
• Shut down Windows and turn off the power.
• Disconnect the AC adaptor.
• Remove the optional DIMM memory card and PCMCIA card
if they are connected.
• Remove other devices if they are connected.
Attention:
• Please execute writing BIOS ID when you exchange the
Main Board.
• Parts (Sheet and rubber) etc. related various the Conductive
Cloth and Heat Spreader cannot be recycled. Use new part s.

9.1.2. Removing the Battery Pack and

HDD Pack

1. Open the Battery Cover.
2. Remove the Battery Pack.
3. Open the HDD Cover.
4. Remove the HDD Pack.
5. Remove the two Screws <N13>.
6. Remove the HDD Case A and the HDD Case B.
7. Remove the HDD
Screws <N13> : DXQT2+D4FNL

9.1.3. Removing the Touch Pad and Key-

board

1. Remove the Palm Rest Ass'y.
Note:
The Palm Rest Ass'y is firmly fixed with two-sided
tape.
Carefully remove the Palm Top Cover Sheet not to
damage it.
2. Remove the 4 Screws <N9>.
3. Remove the KBD Plate.
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Battery Pack
HDD Pack
HDD Case B
HDD Case A
HDD FPC
HDD
Heater
<N13>
<N13>
Hooks
Hooks
<N9>
<N9>
<N9>
KBD Plate
KBD Plate
Palm Rest Ass’y <N9>