Acer TravelMate 6493 Series Disassembly Instruction page 44

6. Pull out the left side of the casing to clear the I/O ports as shown.
7. Lift the mainboard rear edge first, as shown, and remove from the chassis.
CAUTION: Ensure the I/O ports at the bottom of the mainboard are clear of the bottom base to prevent
damage to the mainboard.
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