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Disassembly
NOTE: All disassembly procedures assume that the system is turned OFF, and disconnected from any power supply (the
battery is removed too).
Maintenance Tools
The following tools are recommended when working on the notebook PC:
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M3 Philips-head screwdriver
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M2.5 Philips-head screwdriver (magnetized)
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M2 Philips-head screwdriver
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Small flat-head screwdriver
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Pair of needle-nose pliers
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Anti-static wrist-strap
Connections
Connections within the computer are one of four types:
Locking collar sockets for ribbon connectors
Pressure sockets for multi-wire connectors
Pressure sockets for ribbon connectors
Board-to-board or multi-pin sockets
2 - 2 Overview
To release these connectors, use a small flat-head screwdriver to
gently pry the locking collar away from its base. When replac-
ing the connection, make sure th e connector is oriented in the
same way. The pin1 side is usually not indicated.
To release this connector type, grasp it at its head and gently
rock it from side to side as you pull it out. Do not pull on the
wires themselves. When replacing the connection, do not try to
force it. The socket only fits one way.
To release these connectors, use a small pair of needle-nose pli-
ers to gently lift the connector awa y from its socket. When re -
placing the connection, make sure the connector is orie nted in
the same way. The pin1 side is usually not indicated.
To separate the boards, gently rock them from side to side as
you pull them apart. If the connec tion is very tight, use a small
flat-head screwdriver - use just enough force to start.
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