10. Use the Setup Utility program to set the date, time, and any passwords. See Chapter 7 "Using the Setup
Utility program" on page 87.
Replacing the power switch board
Attention:
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the "Important safety information"
on page v.
This section provides instructions on how to replace the power switch board.
To replace the power switch board, do the following:
1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets.
2. Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the computer cover" on page 51.
3. Locate the power switch board. See "Locating components" on page 12.
4. Remove the hard disk drive assembly. See "Installing or removing the hard disk drive assembly" on
page 53.
5. Disconnect the power switch board cable from the corresponding connector on the system board.
6. Remove the screw that secures the power switch board to the computer, and then pull the power
switch board to remove it from the computer.
Figure 47. Removing the power switch board
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