6.
Slide the keyboard back toward the display (1), and then rotate it forward (2) until it rests upside-
down on the palm rest.
7.
Release the zero insertion force (ZIF) connector (1) to which the keyboard cable is attached, and
disconnect the keyboard cable (2) from the system board.
NOTE:
Only disconnect the keyboard cable from the system board when replacing the
keyboard or removing the top cover. It is not recommended that you disconnect the cable unless
it is absolutely necessary.
8.
Remove the keyboard.
It is not necessary to disconnect the keyboard for any of the components listed here:
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memory module
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optical drive
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speakers
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