Hood Lock - HP 8100 - Elite Convertible Minitower PC Maintenance And Service Manual

Hood Lock

The hood sensor is located on the top of the rear chassis panel.
If the hood lock is secured to the chassis with security screws, you must use the Smart Cover
FailSafe Key to remove them.
NOTE: The Smart Cover FailSafe Key is a specialized tool available from HP. Be prepared; order
this key before you need it.
Perform any of the following to obtain a FailSafe Key:
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Order PN 166527-001 for the wrench-style key or PN 166527-002 for the screwdriver bit key.
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Refer to the HP Web site (http://www.hp.com) for ordering information.
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Call the appropriate number listed in the warranty or in the Support Telephone Numbers guide.
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly
2. Remove the computer access panel
3. Unplug the hood lock cable from the black connector labeled HLCK on the system board (1).
4. Remove the two screws (2) that secure the hood lock to the back of the computer.
5. Lift the hood lock toward the front and then out of the computer (3).
Figure 6-46
To reinstall the hood lock, reverse the removal procedure.
72 Chapter 6 Removal and Replacement Procedures Convertible Minitower (CMT) Chassis
Removing the hood lock
(Preparation for Disassembly on page
(Computer Access Panel on page
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