When replacing the system board, be sure that the following components are removed from the
defective system board and installed on the replacement system board:
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Memory module (see
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WLAN module (see
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WWAN module (see
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Modem module (see
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Processor (see
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Audio board (see
Remove the system board:
1.
Position the computer right-side up with the front toward you.
2.
Remove the M2.0x3.0 screw on the left of the system board (1).
3.
If this is a 17.3-in computer, remove the single M2.0 x 3.0 screw (2) that secures the optical drive
connector to the base.
NOTE:
4.
Lift the board at an angle (3) and remove the optical drive extender (4).
5.
Slide the board partially out of the base pan (5).
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Memory module on page
WLAN module on page
WWAN module on page
Modem module on page
Processor on page
Audio board on page
The 15.6-in computer does not use a separate optical drive connector.
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