10. Install the system board. See "Replacing the system board" on page 178.
Note: Ensure that the internal speaker cable is routed underneath the system board.
11. Connect the cable of the new internal speaker to the internal speaker connector on the system board.
See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 34.
12. Reinstall the optical drive bracket. See "Removing and reinstalling the optical drive bracket" on page
124.
13. Reinstall the direct cooling air baffle. See "Removing and reinstalling the direct cooling air baffle" on
page 112.
What to do next:
• To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.
• To complete the installation or replacement, go to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 183.
Replacing the keyboard or mouse
Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Chapter
1 "Read this first: Important safety information" on page 1.
To replace the keyboard or mouse, do the following:
1. Disconnect the old keyboard cable or mouse cable from the computer.
2. Connect a new keyboard or mouse to one of the USB connectors on the computer. Depending on
where you want to connect the new keyboard or mouse, see "Locating connectors, controls, and
indicators on the front of your computer" on page 28 or "Locating connectors on the rear of your
computer" on page 28.
Figure 128. Connecting the USB keyboard or mouse
What to do next:
• To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.
• To complete the installation or replacement, go to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 183.
Completing the parts replacement
After completing the installation or replacement for all parts, you need to reinstall the computer cover and
reconnect cables. Depending on the parts you installed or replaced, you might need to confirm the updated
information in the Setup Utility program. See "Using the Setup Utility program" on page 65.
To reinstall the computer cover and reconnect cables to your computer, do the following:
1. Ensure that all components have been reassembled correctly and that no tools or loose screws are left
inside your computer. See "Locating components" on page 32 for the locations of various components
in your computer.
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